YouTube to MP4 Converter

Paste a YouTube link to convert a video to MP4.

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Paste a YouTube link to see available MP4 qualities.

Convert a YouTube Video to MP4

Paste a YouTube video link into the converter above to see which MP4 resolutions are available for that video. Pick the option that fits your device and available storage, then download once processing finishes.

No account or software install is required. Available resolutions depend on the source video, so not every video offers every quality. If you only need the audio, use the YouTube to MP3 converter instead.

Converting Long Videos, Lectures, and Stream Replays

Longer source videos, such as full lectures, podcast uploads, or stream replays, take more time to process and produce larger files, especially at higher resolutions. Keep the browser tab open while the file is prepared, and choose a lower resolution if storage or bandwidth is limited.

RESOLUTION

MP4 Resolutions, and Why 4K Isn't Always There

Available MP4 resolutions depend on the source video and the options the converter returns.

LECTURES & PODCASTS360p

360p / 480p

Useful for lectures and interviews when a smaller file matters more than picture detail.

EVERYDAY CLIPS720p

720p HD

A good balance between picture quality and file size for everyday viewing.

SOURCE-DEPENDENT4K

1440p / 4K

Only available when the original upload was encoded at that resolution.

"My 4K download doesn't look like 4K"

A video uploaded below 4K cannot be converted into genuine 4K detail. Check the source video's available quality on YouTube before downloading.

Picked a quality and got no sound?

Some of YouTube's highest resolutions store video and audio as separate streams. If a quality comes through without sound, try another available option.

Before You Download

  • Check the available resolutions before choosing a file.
  • Compare file sizes if storage or mobile data is limited.
  • Confirm the downloaded file includes audio and plays on your device.

This converter doesn't trim clips

This tool downloads the full video rather than a selected segment. To save a specific moment, use a separate highlight or Short if one exists, or trim the downloaded MP4 with your device's video editor.

Converting on iPad and iPhone

Open the link in Safari and paste the video URL as usual. Once the file is ready, follow the download prompt; if asked where to save it, choose Save to Files and pick a specific folder so the file is easy to find afterward.

Check storage on long or high-resolution downloads

A long lecture or a high-resolution file can run several hundred megabytes. Check available storage before converting anything over an hour long or above 1080p.

How This Page Works

01

Copy the link

From the Share button on the video, or straight out of the browser address bar.

02

Paste it above

Use Paste or drop it in manually, then let the converter list what's available for that specific video.

03

Pick a resolution and download

Check the file size before downloading.

FAQ and Troubleshooting

Can I convert a YouTube video to MP4? +

Yes. Paste it above and the converter lists the MP4 resolutions it can process for that specific video.

How can I convert YouTube videos to MP4 for free? +

This page doesn't require an account or payment for the resolutions it shows. Paste a link, pick a quality, and download.

Why did my conversion stall on a long video? +

Long videos can take longer to process. Keep the page open while the download is being prepared. If it stalls, check your connection and try again.

The link won't accept my URL, what's wrong? +

Copy the full video URL from YouTube and try again. The link should point to a standard YouTube, youtu.be, or Shorts URL. If it still fails, the video may not be available to the converter.

Is downloading YouTube videos as MP4 legal? +

It depends on the content and your rights to it. Download only videos you own or have permission to save, and follow applicable laws and the platform's terms.