MP4 · 144p – 1080p
YouTube to MP4 Converter - Y2Mate
Playlist link: we'll save this one video, not the full list.
Tap a quality to download
When your file is ready, tap Download. It goes to your Downloads folder and this page stays open.
Save YouTube videos as MP4 with Y2Mate, in the quality you want from 144p up to Full HD 1080p. You see each file size before you download.
MP4 qualities at a glance
A higher number means a sharper picture and a bigger file. Y2Mate lists every quality the video offers.
- 1080pFull HD for big screens, laptops and TVs, when you want the sharpest picture the video offers.
- 720pHD for phones and tablets: a clear picture at a sensible size, and a good choice for most people.
- 480pSaves data and storage while the picture stays easy to watch on a phone.
- 360pSmall and quick to download, fine for talks, lessons and simple clips.
- 240p · 144pFor very slow connections, or when space on your phone is short.
How to download a YouTube video as MP4
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Copy the link
In the YouTube app, use Share and Copy link. On a computer, copy the video address from the top of your browser.
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Paste and pick a quality
Paste the link above. Y2Mate opens the MP4 tab and lists every quality from 1080p down to 144p, each with its file size.
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Tap a quality and save
Tap the quality you want. When the MP4 is ready, tap Download to save it, while this page stays right where it is.
Before you download
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Sizes are shown before you start, so you know how much space and data a file needs.
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When the file is ready, tap Download. It is saved to your Downloads folder like any other download.
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Shorts keep their vertical shape, so they fill your phone screen when you play them.
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Use Wi-Fi for big files, especially long videos in 1080p, to save your mobile data.
YouTube to MP4 FAQ
How do I download a YouTube video as MP4?
Copy the link of the video, paste it into the box at the top and wait a moment while Y2Mate lists the qualities. Tap 720p or any other row, then tap Download when the MP4 is ready.
What is the highest quality I can get?
The highest quality is 1080p Full HD, when the video has it. Lower qualities down to 144p are listed as well, each with its file size, so you can choose the one that suits your screen and storage.
Why are some files much bigger than others?
A higher quality holds more detail, so it needs more space, and a long video adds up quickly. Y2Mate shows the size of every quality before you tap it, so you can pick the one that fits your phone and your data plan.
Can I save YouTube Shorts as MP4?
Yes. Paste the link of a Short and save it like any other video. The MP4 keeps its vertical format, so it plays full screen on your phone.
Will the MP4 play on my phone?
Yes. MP4 plays on almost every phone, tablet and computer without extra apps. Open it from your Downloads folder, the Files app or your gallery.
Where do downloaded videos go on iPhone?
Safari saves them in the Files app, in the Downloads folder. From there you can play the video, share it or use Save Video to add it to Photos.