YouTube Video Downloader
Download YouTube videos online for free. Convert any YouTube video to MP3, MP4, or 15+ formats. Fast, browser-based downloads with no sign-up required.
Browse YouTube Categories
Open a category page to browse recent YouTube videos by topic, then jump straight into the downloader from any result.
CutYT is the fastest and most reliable YouTube video downloader. Paste any YouTube URL to download as MP4, save in MKV or WebM, or extract audio as MP3, download lossless FLAC, save Apple-friendly M4A, or download WAV for editing. For short-form links, use the YouTube Shorts MP3 and MP4 downloader. If you are downloading on mobile, follow our iPhone YouTube download guide.
How to Download from YouTube
Copy the URL
Copy the YouTube video link from the browser address bar or the Share button.
Paste & Choose Format
Paste the link in the input above and pick MP3 audio, MP4 video, M4A for Apple devices, or WAV for editing. If you want smaller lossless files, choose FLAC. If you are unsure about video formats, see our MP4 vs WebM vs MKV guide.
Convert
Click Convert and wait a few seconds while we process the video.
Download
Click the Download button to save the file to your device.
Why Use CutYT for YouTube
Multiple Formats
Convert to MP3, MP4, MKV, WebM, FLAC, WAV, AAC, and 10+ more formats.
HD 720p Downloads
Download videos up to HD 720p, or lower when the source video is lower resolution.
Single-Link Downloads
Download one YouTube video or Short at a time from a direct link.
No Registration
Start downloading immediately, no account, no sign-up, no personal data collected.
Mobile Friendly
Works perfectly on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices with just a browser.
Fast Processing
Our servers process videos in seconds, not minutes.
Benefits
Offline Viewing
Watch YouTube videos anywhere without an internet connection.
Save Data
Download once and replay without using mobile data.
Audio Extraction
Pull just the audio from music videos, podcasts, and lectures.
Content Archiving
Save important videos before they are removed or made private.
How CutYT Compares
Most downloaders limit you to a few formats or require software. Here's how CutYT stacks up against typical alternatives.
| Feature | CutYT ✓ Best | Typical Downloaders |
|---|---|---|
Price | Free forever | Free trial / paid |
Formats supported | 15+ (MP4, MP3, WAV, FLAC, MKV…) | 2–4 formats |
Max video quality | HD / 720p | 720p – 1080p |
Software install required | No - 100% browser-based | Usually yes |
Trim / cut before download | Yes | Rarely |
Registration required | No | Often yes |
Multi-platform support | YouTube + 100+ sites | YouTube only |
Download limits | Unlimited | 3–10 per day |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, CutYT is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or limits on the number of downloads.
No software installation is needed. CutYT works entirely in your web browser on any device: desktop, tablet, or mobile.
Video downloads are capped at 720p HD. If the source video is lower resolution, we use the highest available option under that limit.
No, CutYT supports individual YouTube videos and Shorts, not full playlist downloads.
Yes, CutYT works on all modern mobile browsers. On iPhone, use Safari; on Android, use Chrome or any browser. For the exact save flow on iPhone, read our YouTube on iPhone guide.