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Welcome to Y2Mate's YouTube Downloader, your reliable companion for saving YouTube videos and audio for offline viewing and listening. This service is built for speed, simplicity, and quality. You do not need to register, and there are no hidden fees. You can convert videos to popular formats like MP3 for audio-only listening or MP4 for full video, all with just a few clicks.
Whether you want to save a music video, extract a podcast-style audio track, or download clips for editing, our tool is designed to handle a wide range of tasks. The core strengths are:
We support a range of popular formats to cover most listening and viewing scenarios. Here are the main categories:
Understanding some technical aspects can help you choose the best option.
| Format | Codec | Typical Bitrate | Sample/Frame Rate | Typical File Size (per minute) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MP3 | LAME MP3 | 96–320 kbps | 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz | ≈0.9–2.4 MB/min (at 128–192 kbps) |
| AAC (m4a) | AAC | 128–320 kbps | 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz | ≈1.0–2.6 MB/min |
| WAV | PCM | 1411 kbps (CD quality) | 44.1 kHz | ≈10.1 MB/min |
| MP4 | H.264/AVC or H.265/HEVC | 500 kbps–30 Mbps (varies by resolution) | 24–60 fps | ≈4–225 MB/min (depends on bitrate and resolution) |
Choosing the right format depends on your device, use case, and desired balance between file size and quality.
Here are practical scenarios for common formats:
Our downloads are designed for broad compatibility across devices, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and most modern media players. MP3 and MP4 files work with nearly all players and editors. For WebM, check device support; most modern browsers and media players handle WebM well, but some older devices may require additional codecs or conversion.
We respect copyright and the rights of content creators. Use this YouTube downloader for content you own or content that is explicitly licensed for download. Downloading or distributing copyrighted content without permission may violate laws and terms of service. Always verify rights, and prefer content that is in the public domain or licensed for offline use. This tool is intended for personal, non-commercial use where permitted by the content creator and platform policies.
When choosing between formats, compare audio-focused formats with video-focused formats:
For faster access to common tasks, you can jump to these tools:
MP3 at 192–320 kbps provides a good balance between quality and file size for most listeners and devices. If you want higher fidelity and you have storage space, WAV is lossless but much larger.
No. This service is free and does not require registration. You can download soon after you provide a URL and select a format.
Video quality depends on the source and the option you select. You can typically choose up to 4K if the source supports it, but not all videos are available in every resolution.
File size depends on bitrate, duration, and format. Higher bitrates and longer videos yield larger files. Typical MP3 sizes per minute are smaller than video sizes for MP4 at the same duration due to the absence of video data.
If a download fails, try a lower bitrate or a different format, ensure the URL is correct, disable VPNs or proxies that may block the request, or refresh the page and try again. You can also use or again to retry the job.
Ready to download? Paste a YouTube link into the input, choose your format and quality, and click Download. It's free, fast, and high quality. For quick access, try our dedicated pages: and . Explore additional formats with .
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