Download Youtube video on Iphone, Ipad or Mac

Has it ever occurred to you that downloading videos from YouTube is a piece of cake now? As an Apple user, we bet you have encountered too many restrictions when trying to download a video. To ease your pain, we give you a unique chance now.

How to download YouTube videos to your iPhone

Want to download a YouTube video? Here’s how to do it.

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Compared to other streaming services, learning how to download YouTube videos to your iPhone isn’t as straightforward a process as it could be. If you’ve ever used Netflix, Disney Plus, watched an Apple TV Plus show, or kicked back with any of the popular streaming services, you’ve likely come across a scenario where you’ve wanted to watch content from the service offline, and it’s been a relatively simple exercise.

Whether it be a plane, train, or other automobile, we’ve all ended up in a scenario where enjoying our favorite television shows and movies needed to happen without the benefit of a WiFi or cellular connection. Thankfully, most of the streaming services offer the option to download at least some titles on their platform for offline viewing.

But what about YouTube? What if I want to watch MKBHD, Rene Ritchie, or iJustine when I’m on a plane? Well, YouTube also lets users download videos from the platform for offline viewing. However, it is reserved to a subset of users.

Download videos with YouTube Premium

Right now, you need to be a YouTube Premium subscriber in order to download videos responsibly from the video service to your iPhone as YouTube says that downloading videos otherwise is a violation of their terms of service.

YouTube Premium currently costs $11.99 per month or $22.99 for YouTube Premium for families which allows you to share your Premium membership with up to five members of the same household.

If you sign up for YouTube Premium or are an existing member, you’re ready to download a video from YouTube. Keep in mind that downloaded videos stay within the YouTube app, just like Netflix and other streaming services. So, don’t uninstall the YouTube app before hopping on the plane or you’ll delete all of the videos you just downloaded. Not that anyone uninstalls YouTube anyway.

How to download YouTube videos to your iPhone

1. Open the YouTube app on iOS.

YouTube app (Image credit: Joe Wituschek)

2. Find and tap on the video that you want to download.

YouTube search (Image credit: Joe Wituschek)

3. Tap on the Download button in the menu underneath the video.

Download button (Image credit: Joe Wituschek)

How to find your downloaded videos

1. Tap on the Library section in the bottom menu.

Library button (Image credit: YouTube)

2. Your downloaded videos will be located in the Downloads section.

Downloads section (Image credit: Joe Wituschek)

YouTube, just like the other streaming services, has made downloading and enjoying videos offline a breeze – even if it’s not immediately obvious exactly who can do so. If you’re about to head out on vacation and want to enjoy your favorite YouTubers on the plane, YouTube Premium is a no brainer so you can watch videos wherever, even without a WiFi or cellular connection.

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Download Youtube video on Iphone, Ipad or Mac

Has it ever occurred to you that downloading videos from YouTube is a piece of cake now? As an Apple user, we bet you have encountered too many restrictions when trying to download a video. To ease your pain, we give you a unique chance now.

Go ahead and find the video you wanted to download from Youtube to your apple device for a long time. Guess what? You can download the video while you watch it. You just need to install “SaveFrom.Net Helper!” – a free browser extension meant to ease your job when downloading videos from YouTube on iPhone.

Install SaveFrom.net Helper by clicking here: Install

How to download videos from Youtube to Mac?

In case you are wondering how a certain video from YouTube you want to download can be saved on your Mac, you must remember that “SaveFrom.Net Helper!” has to be installed on your device.

Here how it actually works! While you are watching the video you want to download, you will have to use the mouse above this video and you will notice a green button. Click on it and wait. Immediately, the extension will show you the options of formats and quality you will save the video. Make your choice and start to download the video. Nothing easier than that!

Make notice that you do the same thing when you are scrolling down the wall.

Install SaveFrom.net Helper by clicking here: Install

Download Youtube videos to Iphone

For Iphone users, it is also easy to download a Youtube video. You can do it online, directly on SaveFrom.Net website. Here are the easiest steps to follow:

1. Find and copy the URL of the video from YouTube

Go to YouTube, type the title of the video or a keyword, find the right one, copy its URL.

2. Open SaveFrom.net and paste the video URL

In your browser, open a new window and go to the SaveFrom.net website. When you open the website, paste the video URL into the input field.

Our video downloader offers a list of options for the quality and format of the video to be saved on your iPhone.

3. Make a choice of preferred quality and format and start the downloading process

Find the drop-down list, make a choice of a preferred format and quality resolution, and click on the download button. Mind that after choosing the format and quality the downloading process will start automatically. If not, take the above suggestion. Isn’t it easy and quick?

Questions & Answers

Is there a particular number of videos I can download from YouTube to my Iphone or Ipad?

By using our video downloader for an iPhone or Ipad you have no restrictions in numbers, hours, or days. Find videos on YouTube, Facebook, or any other websites and download them freely.

What is the exact place that the video is saved?

As any other file, by default, it will be saved in the “Download” folder of your operating system. Mac OS, Windows, and Linux always save files in the default folder. All browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and Brave use the default download folder.

What about Iphones or Ipads, can I save videos on these devices?

Yes, without any troubles. See the above methods, choose one and start to download as soon as possible. Note, that there is no need to save the video in documents folder!

Do you have any storage of the YouTube videos I download?

No, we do not store any file on our server. When using our video downloader for Iphone the is only a search of the link you paste onto the input field for any downloadable links.

Why when I try to save the video to an Iphone or Ipad, it is playing and not saving?

It is not happening so often, but if you try to download a video and it starts playing, you should not worry. What you can do is to tap “Save As” option and the downloading process will start immediately.

How to download videos from Youtube to my Mac?

1. Copy the video’s link from the browser’s address bar, Command + C (Mac);
2. Open SaveFrom.net and paste it in the input field;
3. Сhoose the preferred quality and format options;
4. Click the ‘Download’ button;
5. That’s all!

How to save YouTube videos using iOS on iPhone or Ipad?

1. Open the YouTube website and open the video you want to download;
2. Tap the “Share” button, then just “Copy” the Link;
3. Go to Safari browser and open Savefrom.net;
4. Double tap in the text box and paste your link to video;
5. Select the quality of a video and click to Download;
6. If a pop-up web page opens, use the Tabs button to close it;
7. If an alert appears, confirm that you want to download the video.

When I am using your website, do you pursue the links I paste into the input field?

No! With all respect to our users’ privacy, we do not keep records of any links you paste into the input field.

What are the quality and format options for saving a video on a device?

We offer the most common options for formats (MP4) and quality (SD, HD, FullHD, 2K, 4K), but it all depends on the source. If the videos were uploaded it in 1080p, then it will be saved in the same quality.

Is it possible to use this browser extension on mobile phones or tablets?

To download a video from Youtube or other sites on Iphone or Ipad it is possible but you must access our website via your mobile browser as our browser extension is working only with desktop browsers.

How to: Download YouTube Videos on Your iPhone

A couple of years ago, it was really effortless to download YouTube videos to your iPhone using third-party apps. But, things change fast, especially in the tech world. Today, these apps don’t work. Nowadays people struggle to find different ways for downloading YouTube videos on their iPhones. And, if you are still wondering whether it is even possible, I would tell you that it definitely is. You just need to know the right method. And, that’s why we are here. In this article, you will learn how to download YouTube videos on your iPhone.

Watching YouTube videos offline is long overdue. Currently, the offline-watching feature is available in the United States with a monthly paid subscription. This service is called YouTubeRed. It allows downloading your favorite videos to iDevices, without any additional apps.

However, YouTubeRed is NOT available in all countries. Additionally, many folks don’t want to pay the monthly fee. However, we all want to have that option to save YouTube videos and watch them later when internet connections aren’t available.

The good news is that in this article you can learn how to download YouTube videos on your iPhone for free. Additionally, for those of you who want some extra functionalities, there are some ways with initial, one-time payments, which are entirely worth for the money, and far better than a monthly subscription. So, no matter what is your choice, here you will find the method for downloading YouTube videos that will fit your needs.

Download YouTube Videos Using an iOS App

Aside from the non-working YouTube downloaders which I’ve mentioned before, some new ones can get the job done for you. The app that we will use in this section is Documents by Readdle. This is a free app in the Apple App Store. Here are the steps for downloading YouTube videos.

1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or any other iDevice and search for Documents by Readdle.
2. Download the app to your device.
3. Launch the app and click on the Browser icon in the rightlower
4. Type “savefromnet” in the search bar and click on the Go
5. Now click on the savefrom.net from the search results.

Get the URL of the YouTube Video You want to Download

To continue the procedure for downloading videos from YouTube, you need to get the URL of the particular video you want to download. Here you can see how to do that.

1. Open the YouTube app on your iPhone and search for the video you want to download.
2. Once the video starts to play, click on it and you will see an arrow in the top right corner.
3. Tap on that icon and select CopyLink from the offered choices.
4. Once you click the button, the link is copied to your clipboard and you can paste it wherever you want.

If you are not using the YouTube app, you can navigate to the YouTube website on Safari or any other browser and do the following steps.

1. Search for the video you want to download.
2. Copy the link from the addressbar. (Just tap and hold on the address bar and the Copy option will appear)
3. Stop the video and go back to the DocumentsbyReaddle

Save Your YouTube Video to Your iPhone

1. In the Documents by Readdle, tap on the whitebox and paste the URL (tap and hold for a second and the Paste option will appear).
2. Click on the drop-down button next do Download to see your different resolution options.
3. Select the resolution you want (for the highest quality pick the highest resolution).
4. Tap on the Download button and name the video according to your likings.
5. Click on the Save button (or Done on the Keyboard), and the download process will start.
6. Once the downloading finishes, your video will appear in the Download folder within the Documents menu option of the app.

Saving the Video in a Custom Location

If you want to save your video to a custom location on your iPhone, you can do that with a simple drag and drop action. By default, the videos are saved in your Camera Roll. However, they are not available in the Videos App.

1. For moving the video, tap and hold on it while it pops up.
2. Now, drag the video to a location where you want to place. If you want to move it out of the Downloads folder, drop it on the Back button in the top left corner.
3. Tap on the video again and drag it to the PhotoAlbums, and then to AllPhotos.
4. Now your video should appear in the VideosAlbum.

Note: While downloading videos from YouTube we recommend using a Wi-Fi connection. Videos are often relatively big files, especially if you choose a higher resolution. If you are using your carrier’s data plan, this process may consume a lot of your data allowance.

Additionally, if you are concerned that these videos are taking up too much space on your iDevice, choose a lower resolution when downloading. Also, do not forget to delete all the videos that you don’t need from your iPhone’s memory.

Download YouTube Videos Using Your Computer

If for any reason you do not want to use a third-party app and go through all the steps explained above, you can use your computer to download YouTube videos. After that, you can transfer these videos to your iPhone. And, when we talk about your computer, there are many different converters you can use to download videos from YouTube.

Some of them are free, and others may charge a one-time fee. In this method, we will use Softorino’s YouTube converter. It offers a free trial and charges a one-time fee for the full version. The good thing with the paid converters is the ad-free experience as well as the highest viewing quality. Here is the YouTube videos’ download procedure using your computer.

Note: It may take some time to carry out the process, especially if you are downloading a lot of videos. This process is faster compared with the other methods for downloading YouTube videos. Additionally, all the videos will automatically appear in your Videos App. So, you will not need to move them to other folders.

YouTubeRed

YouTubeRed is an app that allows downloading and playing videos offline but is limited to the United States only. Offline watching is also available in some other countries as a part of the main YouTube app. In India for example, YouTube offers an overnight downloading service. It allows users to download videos overnight at discounted data rates by mobile operators. Later users can watch the downloaded videos offline. This service is also not available in all countries. However, you should check if you have it in your country, because there isn’t a strict list with all the covered countries.

If YouTube doesn’t allow native downloading videos in your country, you can use some of the methods explained above.

Why Do You Need to Download Videos?

Having videos stored on your iPhone or any other iDevice is convenient for times when you don’t have an active internet connection. Also, it is advantageous for times when your internet connection is not stable or fast enough to handle watching videos online. Some of the most common scenarios are taking a long car ride, taking a trip on a plane, visiting an area (mountains) where there is no internet. In these situations downloaded YouTube videos are a great way to interact yourself.

Is Downloading YouTube Videos Legal?

Legally speaking, here is the real picture. YouTube broadcasts content through the internet for its users. YouTube converters allow users to watch YouTube videos when internet broadcasting is not available. That is called “time-shifting.” This is formally legalized in the USA, back in 1984, and it is determined as “fair use” for personal watching. “Personal” is the crucial term here. So, according to the 1984 ruling, downloading and saving content for your personal needs is completely legal.

However, YouTube has terms of services that do state otherwise:

“You shall not download any Content unless you see a “download” or similar link displayed by YouTube on the Service for that Content.You shall not copy, reproduce, make available online or electronically transmit, publish, adapt, distribute, transmit, broadcast, display, sell, license, or otherwise exploit any Content for any other purposes without the prior written consent of YouTube or the respective licensors of the Content. YouTube and its licensors reserve all rights not expressly granted in and to the Service and the Content.”

The 1984 ruling was based on the technology which people rarely use nowadays (videorecording on VHS tapes). But, if we must compare, downloading video is very similar to recording it elsewhere for later use. YouTube converters are like DVR for YouTube.

Until the court systems create new statements involving the internet and explicitly downloading and saving web videos, the rule of 1984 stands. So, it comes to your personal likings on how you interpret the law and what you consider as personal use.

Conclusion

YouTube is already working on a free offline service which we will be able to use in the future. It will allow all the users to download videos and watch them offline, without needing a Wi-Fi or data connection. However, while this service is in progress, you can use the methods from above for downloading your favorite YouTube videos to your iPhone. Additionally, you can use these methods for downloading any video that has a URL. So, you are not limited to downloading only YouTube videos. You can also download videos from other sites. Feel free to try out these methods and share your experience with us.

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