How to use a YouTube video URL
- Copy the URL of a public YouTube video that you own or are authorized to download.
- Open the VGSAVE downloader.
- Paste the URL and select Get download options.
- Review the available video resolutions and choose a format shown by the source.
- Start the download and wait for the file to become available.
What quality can I download?
The available choices depend on the source video and its delivered formats. A source may provide 144p, 360p, 720p, 1080p, 1440p, 2160p, or other combinations. VGSAVE cannot create a higher-quality original than the source provides.
For more detail, see the 4K video downloader guide and video quality guide.
Why does a download sometimes fail?
Public video availability and media delivery can change. A URL can also stop working if the video is removed, restricted, unavailable in the current environment, or the platform changes how it serves media.
- Make sure the URL is complete and points to the intended video.
- Try detecting formats again.
- If a high-quality option fails, try another available quality.
- Check the download troubleshooting guide.
Can I download every YouTube video?
No. VGSAVE is intended for public content you own or are authorized to download. Platform terms, copyright, privacy, access restrictions, and other rules can apply.
YouTube Shorts
For short-form YouTube videos, see the dedicated YouTube Shorts downloader guide.