YouTube Video Downloader in HD
Get YouTube videos and Shorts in 360p, 720p, 1080p and up to 4K when the uploader published it in 4K, plus audio-only files.
How to download YouTube videos
Three quick steps. Works on phone and computer.
Copy the link
Click Share under the video and then Copy, or copy the address from the browser. Shorts links work too.
Paste it above
Paste the link into the box at the top of this page and press Download, or tap Paste to do it in one step.
Choose the quality
Pick the resolution or MP3 you want and press Download. The file is saved to your device.
What you can download from YouTube
SocialMate always lists the best quality YouTube makes available for the post.
Full HD 1080p and 4K (2160p) when available
YouTube Shorts
Audio-only file (M4A/MP3)
Lower qualities for slow connections
YouTube downloader FAQ
Answers to the questions we get most often.
Why do the 4K and 1080p files say No audio?
YouTube stores its highest qualities as picture-only streams with a separate sound track. Choose a file without the “No audio” tag for a normal video with sound, or download both.
Is it allowed to download YouTube videos?
YouTube terms only allow downloads where YouTube offers a download button or link. Please download only your own videos or videos you have permission to use.
Is SocialMate free?
Yes. SocialMate is free to use, with no account and no software to install. It works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, Windows and Mac.
Where are my downloaded files saved?
On Android and computers files go to your Downloads folder. On iPhone and iPad, Safari saves them in the Files app under Downloads. From there you can save a video to Photos.
Does SocialMate keep a copy of my videos?
No. We do not store the videos you download. The download link we create expires automatically after a short time.
Can I download any video I find?
Please download only videos you created yourself or have permission to use. Respect creators and copyright. See our Copyright policy.
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