YouTube video downloader
Paste a YouTube link, choose 1080p, 720p, a smaller size or MP3, and save the file. Free, no sign-up, no software.
How to download a YouTube video
- 01
Copy the video link
Click Share → Copy under the video, or copy the address from your browser bar.
- 02
Paste it into ClipNest
Paste the link into the box above and press Download.
- 03
Pick a size
Choose 1080p, 720p, a smaller size or MP3. The file saves to your Downloads folder.
Watch YouTube videos offline
A long flight, a commute without signal or a classroom with a weak connection: those are the moments when having the file matters. ClipNest saves YouTube videos as MP4 files that play on any phone, laptop or TV, with no app and no account.
Choosing the right quality
- 1080p is the sharpest size on the website and looks great on laptops and TVs.
- 720p is a good balance for phones and saves storage.
- 360p or 480p is fine for lectures and podcasts where the picture matters less.
- MP3 keeps only the sound; there is a dedicated YouTube to MP3 converter for that.
If a size is missing, the uploader didn't publish the video in that quality.
More YouTube tools
Use the YouTube Shorts downloader for vertical clips, the YouTube playlist downloader to save a series, and the YouTube video trimmer when you only need a few seconds.
Use it responsibly
Download videos you made, videos under a Creative Commons licence, or videos you have permission to keep. YouTube's terms may restrict downloading some content; respect them and the creator's rights.
Quick facts
- Best quality
- 1080p
- Formats
- MP4, MP3
- Free limit
- 60 per hour
- Sign-up
- Not needed
YouTube video downloader FAQ
What's the best quality I can download?
Up to 1080p on the website. If 1080p isn't listed, the video wasn't uploaded in that size.
Is there a download limit?
The website allows 60 free downloads per hour.
Can I download age-restricted or members-only videos?
No. Only public videos that play without signing in can be saved.
Does it work on Mac, Windows and phones?
Yes. ClipNest runs in any modern browser.
Why does a download have no sound?
Pick one of the MP4 sizes marked with audio, or choose MP3 for sound only.