badloPaste a link to a public video, choose the quality and format, and your browser downloads it. Use it for videos you own or have permission to save, such as your own uploads or openly licensed content.
How to use the Online Video Downloader
- Copy the link to a public video.
- Paste it here and choose a format.
- Pick a quality, and the file appears in your browser's downloads.
What to expect
Choose your quality
Every quality the video offers is listed, with the highest first.
Video or audio
Save video as MP4, MKV or WEBM, or audio only as MP3, M4A or WAV.
Limits
Private, login-only and DRM-protected videos aren't supported, some sites block downloads, and the length limit is 2 hours.
What you can use the video downloader for
This tool is for saving videos you have the right to keep. Check the rights before you download anything, especially if you plan to share it.
- Backing up videos that you made and uploaded yourself.
- Saving lectures or talks that were published for free download.
- Getting videos released under an open license, such as Creative Commons.
- Saving the audio of your own recordings or podcasts.
Video formats
| Format | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MP4 | Phones, computers and editing apps | The most compatible choice |
| MKV | Desktop media players | A flexible container that holds many codecs |
| WEBM | Web pages | Takes longer, as the video is re-encoded |
Audio formats
| Format | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MP3 | Music players and older devices | Saved at 192 kbps |
| M4A | Apple devices and newer phones | AAC audio at 192 kbps |
| WAV | Audio editing | Uncompressed, so files are large |
Choosing a quality
The list shows the qualities available for your video, with the highest at the top, and an estimated file size where the site provides one. 1080p is a good choice for most screens. 720p saves space on a phone. 4K is worth it only if you have a 4K screen, and it can produce a very large file. A video can't be downloaded at a higher quality than it was uploaded in.
If your link doesn't work
- Make sure the video opens in a private browser window without logging in.
- Copy the full link, starting with https.
- Private, members-only, paid and DRM-protected videos can't be saved.
- Some sites block automated requests, so not every public link will work.
- Videos over 2 hours long aren't supported.
What to do with your files
If a video is for Instagram, a frame or thumbnail can be prepared with Instagram no crop. Need a different picture format? Try the image converter. You can see every tool on the home page.
Messages you may see
| Message | What it means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| No video was found at this link | The site isn't supported, or the link isn't a video | Check that you copied the video's own link |
| This video is private or needs a login | It isn't public | It can't be saved with this tool |
| This video is unavailable or was removed | It no longer exists at that link | Check that it still plays in your browser |
| This video is DRM protected | The publisher restricts copying | It can't be saved with this tool |
| The site may have blocked the request | The site refused the request | Try again later. Some sites always block this |
| Too many downloads are running | The server is busy | Wait a minute and try again |
How much space a video needs
File size depends on a video's length, quality and content. As a rough guide, one minute of 1080p video can range from about 15 MB to 50 MB, and 4K can be several times that. Fast action generally takes more space than a talking head. Before saving something long, check the size estimate if one is shown, and that you have enough free space. Audio is much smaller: at 192 kbps, an MP3 uses about 1.4 MB per minute.
Copyright and your responsibilities
Just because a video is public doesn't mean that you can freely copy or reuse it. Many sites' terms restrict downloading, and creators keep rights in their work. You are responsible for how you use this tool. If you are unsure, ask the owner for permission, or look for videos with a license that allows reuse.
Frequently asked questions
How do I download a video from a link?
Paste the link, choose a format and press the button next to the quality you want.
Can I save only the audio?
Yes. Choose MP3, M4A or WAV as the format.
Is it legal to download videos?
It depends on the video and the site's terms. Only download videos you own or have permission to save.
Why won't a link work?
The video may be private or removed, or the site may block downloads.
Where does the video go?
It downloads through your browser, like any other file. You can follow its progress or cancel it in your browser's downloads list.
Why does it take a few seconds to start?
The site has to find the video and prepare the file first. The page shows when the download has started.
Do I need to keep the page open?
You can leave the page, but keep your browser open until the download finishes.
Can I download a whole playlist?
No. Paste one video link at a time.
