Save YouTube videos as MP4 from 360p to 1080p, 4K when available, or as MP3 audio. Pick the best quality for your device.
Not every video needs to be saved at the same size. SSYouTube is a YouTube video downloader built around choice: after you paste a link, it lists the MP4 qualities that exist for that video, from compact 360p through 480p and 720p up to 1080p Full HD. When the original upload also includes 4K, that option appears too. If you only want the sound, there is an MP3 choice as well. You decide how much detail you need, and you see the options before any file is created, so you stay in control of storage and data.
Resolution is the number of lines of detail in a picture, and more lines mean a sharper image but a heavier file. A 360p video is small and fine for a quick preview on a tiny screen. 720p is a balanced everyday choice for phones and tablets. 1080p suits laptops, monitors and televisions. 4K is for very large displays and careful editing work, and it only appears when the original video was uploaded in that size. The tool cannot add detail that the source never had.
The best download is the one that fits how you will watch it. If you are saving videos for a long commute on a small phone, a 480p or 720p file looks good and saves a lot of space. For a presentation on a big screen, choose 1080p. For a clip you plan to edit, the highest available size gives you more room to crop and zoom. This SSYouTube page gives you each option side by side, so you can balance sharpness against storage and mobile data in seconds.
Pick from a full ladder of MP4 sizes. Small 360p files save space, 720p balances size and clarity, and 1080p gives a sharp Full HD picture for bigger screens.
If the original upload includes a 4K version, SSYouTube lists it with the other choices. It is ideal for large displays and editing, but remember that 4K files are very big.
Turn any suitable video into an audio file. The MP3 option is perfect for songs, podcasts and talks, and it uses a fraction of the storage that a video would need.
The list of qualities appears right after you paste the link, so you can compare sizes and choose with confidence instead of guessing which download to start.
Watching offline saves mobile data. Download a 480p or 720p copy on wifi at home, then enjoy the video later without streaming it again and using your data allowance.
No signup, no app and no extension. Open the page on your phone, tablet or computer, paste a link and download. The site works on all modern browsers over HTTPS.
Copy the link of the YouTube video you want. In the app, tap Share and then Copy link. In a browser, copy the full address from the top bar of the video page.
Paste the link into the box above and press Download. Within a moment the page shows the list of MP4 qualities for that video, plus the MP3 audio option.
Decide on the size you need, such as 720p for a phone or 1080p for a big screen, and press the download button on that row. The file saves straight to your device.
Use these six tips to pick the right MP4 size or MP3 file, so every download looks good, plays smoothly and does not waste storage or mobile data.
Choose 360p when space is tight. These files are the smallest, which makes them useful on older phones with little storage or on a slow mobile connection. The picture is soft on large screens, but it is perfectly watchable on a small display for talks or tutorials. You can always return to the list and download a larger version later if the small one is not enough.
Choose 480p or 720p for daily viewing on phones and tablets. This range gives a clear picture on screens up to about ten inches, keeps file sizes reasonable and plays smoothly on most devices. It is the sweet spot for most people who watch videos offline. If you are unsure, start at 720p and move up or down depending on how the video looks on your screen.
Choose 1080p for laptops, monitors and televisions. Full HD shows fine text and detail much better, so it suits lessons with on screen code, slideshows, travel footage and music videos. Expect a bigger file, so check your free storage first, especially for long videos. A quick glance at your remaining storage before you press the button can save you from a failed download.
Choose 4K only when it is offered and you really need it. This option appears only if the original upload contains 4K, and the files are very large. It makes sense for big displays or editing projects, but it is overkill for a phone screen. Most phone owners will never miss 4K, while owners of large monitors and televisions often will.
Choose MP3 for music, podcasts and interviews. The audio option can reach 320 kbps, which is enough for clear listening on headphones and speakers. An MP3 is far smaller than any video, and it keeps playing when your phone screen is locked. Many people keep a music folder of MP3 files and a separate folder of MP4 videos for different moods and devices.
Remember that the original video sets the limit. If a clip was uploaded only in 720p, you will not see 1080p or 4K for it. Quality can also differ between videos, so always check the list that appears after you paste each new link. When a size you expected is missing, simply choose the next best one on the list and carry on.
SSYouTube gives you a clear menu of choices: MP4 from 360p to 1080p, 4K when the source offers it, and MP3 audio up to 320 kbps. Think about your screen, your storage and your data plan, pick the matching size, and download in a few clicks. The service is free, needs no signup and runs in any modern browser, so your next video is only a pasted link away. Please save only content you have the right to download.
After you paste a YouTube link, SSYouTube lists the MP4 qualities that exist for that video. These usually range from 360p up to 1080p Full HD, and 4K appears when the original upload offers it. You can also choose MP3 audio. The exact list depends on how the creator uploaded the video, so it can differ from one link to another.
Yes, but only when the original video includes a 4K version. The tool cannot create extra detail that is not in the source. If 4K is available, you will see it in the list. These files are large, so make sure you have enough free storage and a stable connection before you start downloading.
For most phones, 720p is a great balance of sharpness and file size, and 480p is a good choice if storage or mobile data is limited. Use 1080p if you plan to cast the video to a television or watch it on a large tablet, where the extra detail is easier to notice.
The MP3 option saves only the audio track, with quality up to 320 kbps. That is clear enough for most music, podcasts and talks on headphones or speakers. The audio quality still depends on the source video, so a very low quality upload will not sound better after it is saved as MP3.
The list is based on what the uploader provided. Older videos, screen recordings and clips shared in low resolution may exist only in 360p, 480p or 720p. In that case, SSYouTube shows those sizes only. A higher resolution cannot be added afterwards, so you will always see the best sizes that truly exist.
It is free to use, with no signup and no app to install. SSYouTube runs in your web browser on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac and more, and the connection uses HTTPS. Please download only videos you own, videos with a free licence, or videos you have permission to save.