YouTube video trimmer
Paste a YouTube link, set where the clip starts and ends, and download only that part. No editor needed.
How to trim a YouTube video
- 01
Paste the link
Copy the video link and paste it into the box above.
- 02
Set start and end
Turn on Trim and enter the start and end time, for example 1:05 to 1:42.
- 03
Download the clip
Pick MP4 or MP3 and press Download. Only your selection is saved.
Only the part you need
Often you don't need the whole hour: just the quote for a presentation, the step from a tutorial or the chorus of your own song. Trimming before you download saves time, storage and a trip through a video editor.
Good uses
- A short example from a lecture to show in class.
- The highlight of your own stream or video for social media.
- A sound clip as MP3 for a ringtone you recorded.
Tips
Enter times as minutes:seconds (or hours:minutes:seconds for long videos). Shorter clips are ready faster. If you need the full video, use the YouTube video downloader; for audio only, the YouTube to MP3 converter. The YouTube to MP4 converter explains which resolution to pick.
Use clips in line with the creator's rights and YouTube's terms; quoting short parts with credit is often fine for commentary, but check the rules where you live.
Quick facts
- Formats
- MP4, MP3
- Best quality
- 1080p
- Editor needed
- No
- Price
- Free
YouTube trimmer FAQ
How precise is the trim?
To the second. The clip starts and ends at the times you enter.
Does trimming lower the quality?
No. The clip keeps the quality you pick, up to 1080p.
Can I trim to MP3?
Yes. Choose MP3 to save only the audio of your selection.