YouTube to MP4 Converter
Turn any YouTube link into a standard MP4 file that plays everywhere. Choose from 4K down to 360p — free and instant, right in your browser.
How it works
Paste the YouTube link
Copy the video URL from YouTube — watch links, youtu.be short links and Shorts links are all accepted — and paste it above.
Pick an MP4 quality
All available MP4 resolutions are listed with their file sizes, from 4K (2160p) down to lightweight 360p versions.
Download your MP4
Click the quality you want and the MP4 downloads directly — a universal file that plays on any phone, TV, or editing software.
True MP4 output
H.264 video in an MP4 container — the most compatible format there is. No codecs to install, plays on everything.
4K, 1080p, 720p and more
Every resolution the original upload offers is available, with file sizes shown before you download.
No conversion queue
Because we fetch YouTube's own MP4 streams, there's no waiting for server-side re-encoding — downloads start immediately.
Free, no installs
No converter software, browser extension or account. Everything happens on this page.
Convert YouTube videos to MP4 online
MP4 is the universal video format — every phone, smart TV, games console and editing program can open it. YTVidDown turns any YouTube link into a proper MP4 file: paste the URL, choose a resolution, and save. Unlike old-school converter sites, there is no slow re-encoding step, because YouTube already stores its videos as MP4 streams; we simply give you direct access to the highest-quality one.
That also means zero quality loss. A converter that re-encodes the video always degrades it slightly; downloading the original stream keeps every pixel the creator uploaded.
Which MP4 resolution should you pick?
For watching on a phone, 720p is the sweet spot — sharp on a small screen and light on storage. For a laptop, TV or projector, choose 1080p. Reserve 4K for editing footage or playback on a 4K display, and expect large files: around 1 GB per 10 minutes. If you're archiving many videos or on a slow connection, 480p and 360p keep files tiny while remaining watchable.
Every option on the download list shows its resolution so you can weigh quality against size before committing to the download.
YouTube to MP4 on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac
Nothing needs to be installed on any platform. On desktop, the MP4 lands in your Downloads folder, ready for VLC, QuickTime or a video editor. On Android it's saved to Downloads and indexed by your gallery. On iPhone, Safari routes it through the Files app, and from there you can add it to Photos or open it in LumaFusion, CapCut and similar editors.
Please use downloads responsibly: keep copies of your own uploads, videos you have permission to reuse, or openly licensed content. Redistributing copyrighted videos without consent is not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a YouTube video to MP4?
Paste the YouTube link into the box at the top of this page, press Download, then choose the MP4 resolution you want. The file downloads directly — no software needed.
Is the conversion really instant?
Yes. YouTube already stores videos as MP4 streams, so there is no re-encoding queue — you download the original file directly at full speed.
Can I get 1080p or 4K MP4 files?
Yes, whenever the original upload includes those resolutions. Everything from 4K down to 360p is listed with file sizes.
Does converting to MP4 lose quality?
No. Because the original stream is downloaded rather than re-encoded, the MP4 you save is identical in quality to what plays on YouTube.
Will the MP4 play on my device?
MP4 with H.264 is the most widely supported video format in existence — it plays on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, smart TVs and consoles without extra codecs.
Can I convert YouTube Shorts to MP4?
Yes. Shorts links work exactly the same way and download as vertical MP4 files.
Is this YouTube to MP4 converter free?
Completely free — no trial, no limits, no account. It's supported by ads.