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Download YouTube videos in high quality
Paste any YouTube link and download the full video as an MP4 file — in the best available quality, straight to your phone or computer. Free, no signup.
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What quality can I download?
Cutter.yt downloads in the highest quality the video was uploaded in.
4K Ultra HD
2160p downloads when the original video was uploaded in 4K. Perfect for big screens.
Full HD 1080p
Crystal-clear 1080p video. Great for editing, archiving, or watching offline.
Mobile-ready HD
720p downloads are fast and perfect for viewing on phones and tablets.
MP4 format
All downloads are MP4 — compatible with every device, player, and video editor.
How to download a YouTube video
Three steps, 30 seconds.
1
Copy the YouTube link
Open YouTube, find your video, and copy the URL from the address bar or share sheet.
2
Paste it above
Paste the link into the input field at the top of this page. The video is detected instantly.
3
Tap "Download full video MP4"
Click the red button and your MP4 download starts automatically. No signup, no waiting room.
Download FAQ
Yes. Cutter.yt downloads in the highest quality available for that video — including 4K Ultra HD (2160p) when the creator has uploaded in that resolution. Most videos are available in 1080p or higher.
Yes, Cutter.yt is designed mobile-first. Open this page in Safari or Chrome on your phone, paste the link, and tap Download. The MP4 file saves directly to your Downloads or Files app.
Most videos start downloading within a few seconds. Speed depends on the video length, quality, and your connection. A 10-minute 1080p video typically starts in under 15 seconds.
Only download videos you own, have created, or have explicit permission to download. Respect YouTube's Terms of Service and copyright law in your country. Cutter.yt is a tool — it's your responsibility to use it lawfully.
Yes, YouTube Shorts URLs are supported. Just paste the Short's link and download it the same way.
No. Downloads are processed on-demand and streamed directly to your device. We don't permanently store your videos.
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Use our YouTube cutter to set exact start and end times and download only the part you need — no full video required.
Free YouTube video downloader — 4K, 1080p, 720p MP4
Cutter.yt is a free online YouTube downloader that lets you save any YouTube video as an MP4 file. Whether you want to download a YouTube video in 4K, 1080p Full HD, or 720p HD, simply paste the video URL and click Download — no app install, no account needed.
Our YouTube to MP4 converter works directly in your browser, on any device. It's one of the fastest ways to download YouTube videos to your phone, tablet, or computer. Perfect for offline viewing, video editing, creating content, or archiving videos you've created.
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