YouTube Video Downloader
Download YouTube Videos and Audio for Free
y2mate is a free online YouTube video downloader that lets you keep a copy of a YouTube video on your own device. Paste the address of a video or a Short and save it as an MP4 in 144p, 240p, 360p, 720p or 1080p, depending on the original upload, or keep only the sound as an MP3. Everything happens in your browser, so there is no program to install and no account to open. It works the same on Android phones, iPhones, tablets, Windows PCs and Macs, making it a handy YouTube downloader for any screen.
Need one format in particular? Our YouTube MP3 converter is the simplest way to keep just the audio of a song, podcast or lecture, while the YouTube MP4 converter is all about video in the resolution you prefer. Vertical clips have their own YouTube Shorts downloader. Every tool is free with no daily cap, needs no registration and handles files of up to 1 GB. Download YouTube videos once and watch them offline on a flight, a commute or anywhere without a signal.
How to Download YouTube Videos with y2mate
- Copy the link of a YouTube video or Short and paste it into the box above.
- Your download options open as soon as you paste; if you typed the link, press "Start".
- Open the Audio (MP3) or Video (MP4) tab, pick a quality, click "Download" and save the file when it is ready.
Why Use y2mate
- 100% free, with no limit on how many files you convert
- Lightweight pages that load quickly, even on mobile data
- No account, sign-up or login needed
- MP4 video from 144p to 1080p, plus MP3 audio files
- No apps, plugins or third-party software to install
Free and Unlimited
Convert and download as many YouTube videos as you like without paying a thing. There are no credits, no trials that expire and no daily quota, so every download stays free.
Simple, Clean Interface
The whole tool is one input box and a few clear buttons. Paste a link, choose MP3 or MP4, pick a quality and you are done, with no confusing menus or settings to learn first.
HD Quality Downloads
Keep videos sharp in Full HD 1080p or 720p, or pick 360p, 240p or 144p for a smaller file. If a video was uploaded in lower quality, you get the closest resolution it offers.
Quick Conversion
Files are prepared online, not on your device, so even an older phone can keep up. The moment your file is ready, the download button appears so you can save it.
No Software Needed
y2mate works entirely in the browser you already have. There is no program, app or extension to install, and no need to register or share an email address before you start.
Works on Every Device
Use it on Android and iOS phones, on tablets and on Windows, macOS or Linux computers. Any modern browser does the job, including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge and Opera.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is y2mate?
y2mate is a browser-based YouTube video downloader that costs nothing to use. It saves YouTube videos and Shorts as MP4 files from 144p up to 1080p, or extracts their sound as MP3, with no software or sign-up.
Is y2mate really free?
Yes, completely. Every conversion and download is free of charge. There is no premium plan, nothing locked behind a paywall and no payment details requested at any point.
Is there a limit on how many videos I can download?
No. Download as many videos and audio files as you need; there is no daily or monthly cap. The only restriction is size, with a 1 GB maximum per file, so if a very long video is larger than that in 1080p, simply choose a lower quality.
Which formats and qualities does y2mate support?
Videos are saved as MP4 in 1080p, 720p, 360p, 240p or 144p, depending on what the original upload offers. Audio is saved as an MP3 file. Pick the Video tab for MP4 or the Audio tab for MP3 on the download page.
Does the YouTube video downloader work on all devices?
Yes. Any device with a modern browser can use it, from Android phones, iPhones and iPads to Windows PCs, Macs, Linux machines and Chromebooks, in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Brave and more.
Is y2mate safe and legal to use?
y2mate runs in your browser, so you never run an installer, and we don't ask for an account or personal details. On the legal side, only download videos you own or have permission to use, and respect copyright. Our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy explain the details.
Do I need to install an app to download YouTube videos?
No. Everything happens online, so a web browser is all you need. Paste a link and save the MP3 or MP4 straight to your device, with no desktop program, add-on or mobile app.
Do I have to sign up or create an account?
No. There is no sign-up form, login or email step. You can start converting as soon as the page opens, and your downloads are never tied to a personal profile.
Can y2mate download subtitles and captions?
No. y2mate saves only the picture and sound, so YouTube's separate subtitle and caption tracks are not included. Text that the creator burned into the video image will still be visible in the MP4.
Tip: In the YouTube app, tap Share and then Copy link. Paste it above and the download options open by themselves, with no need to press Start.
Other link formats work too: youtu.be/Xq3vT9bLk2A or youtube.com/shorts/Xq3vT9bLk2A
After that, select the Audio or Video tab, pick a quality and download your file.
