YouTube MP4 Converter
Download YouTube Videos as MP4, up to 1080p
Save almost any public YouTube video as an MP4 file with the y2mate YouTube MP4 converter. Paste a link, choose a resolution from 144p up to 1080p and download the video with its sound included. MP4 is the most widely used video format, so your copy is easy to play on almost any device or to drop into a video editor. There is no software to install, no account to open and no fee to pay. Saving vertical clips instead? Try our YouTube Shorts downloader.
Main Features of y2mate MP4
- Free YouTube to MP4 downloads with no sign-up
- Five resolutions to choose from: 1080p, 720p, 360p, 240p and 144p
- Picture and sound together in a single MP4 file
- Audio-only MP3 available on the same download page
- No limit on how many videos you convert
- Runs in the browser on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac and Linux
Convert YouTube to MP4 in Four Steps
- Find the video on YouTube and copy its address from the browser bar, or use "Share" and then "Copy link" in the app.
- Put the link in the input field above. The video loads as soon as you paste it, or you can press "Start".
- Switch to the Video tab and press "Download" next to the resolution you want, from 1080p down to 144p.
- When the file is ready, press the "Download" button in the window that opens to save the MP4.
Free MP4 Downloads
Every conversion is free. You don't need an account, a subscription or a credit card, and you can come back whenever you want to save another video.
HD Quality up to 1080p
Choose Full HD 1080p or HD 720p for big screens, or a smaller 360p, 240p or 144p file to save space. Each video keeps its original shape, widescreen or vertical.
Quick and Easy to Use
Paste the link, pick a resolution and save the file. The steps are the same on a phone and on a computer, and nothing needs to be installed first.
YouTube MP4 Converter FAQ
What is a YouTube MP4 converter?
It is a free web tool that turns a YouTube link into an MP4 video file you can keep. You paste the link, choose a resolution and download a copy that plays offline, without the YouTube app or an internet connection.
Which video resolutions can I download?
The Video tab lists 1080p, 720p, 360p, 240p and 144p. Full HD 1080p and 720p look sharp on a laptop or TV, while the smaller sizes save space on a phone or a limited data plan. If a video doesn't exist in the quality you click, the converter gives you the nearest one that does.
Does the MP4 file include sound?
Yes. Every MP4 contains both the picture and the audio track, so there is nothing to merge afterwards. If you only need the sound, use the Audio tab on the same page or our YouTube MP3 converter.
Is there a file size limit?
Yes, each file can be up to 1 GB. Long videos in 1080p or 720p can go over that limit; if you see the size message, choose a lower resolution such as 360p, which makes the file much smaller.
How do I download YouTube videos to my iPhone or Android phone?
Copy the link from the YouTube app, open this page in your mobile browser and paste it into the box. Choose a resolution on the Video tab and save the file. Android stores it in the Downloads folder, and on iPhone or iPad, Safari puts it in the Files app under Downloads.
Is it safe to use this YouTube MP4 converter?
Yes. The site uses a secure HTTPS connection, the converter asks for no personal details, and you never have to install a program or extension. The only file you save is the MP4 you choose to download.
How many videos can I convert?
As many as you like. There is no daily quota and no waiting time between conversions, so you can save one video after another.
Why won't a video convert?
Private, deleted and otherwise restricted videos can't be fetched, and a few videos are not available for download at all. Check that the link opens on YouTube without signing in. Download links are also temporary, so if one stops working, paste the video link again for a fresh one.
Can I download any YouTube video I want?
Only download videos you have the right to keep, such as your own uploads, public-domain films and videos whose creator allows it, for example under a Creative Commons license. Please respect copyright and YouTube's Terms of Service, and don't re-upload or share other people's work without their permission.
