Download Video From Link
Paste a public video link from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok or Facebook to see the download options available for it, then choose the file you want to save.
Only download content you own or are authorized to save. Instagram links are recognised but currently can't be downloaded.
Download Videos from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok & Facebook
Each platform has its own page with details. Availability below reflects what we have actually tested, including the limits. See the supported sites and tools.
YouTube Video Downloader
AvailableGet a real list of downloadable options for a public video or Short. Only files that exist for that specific video are offered.Accepted links: Public video links (youtube.com/watch, youtu.be) and Shorts. Private, unlisted, members-only, age-restricted and live videos are not supported.Instagram Video Downloader
Currently unavailableInstagram links are recognised, but Instagram blocks reading them without a signed-in session, so downloads are currently unavailable. The page explains why.Accepted links: Public Reel and video post links (instagram.com/reel, instagram.com/p) are recognised, but Instagram currently blocks reading them without a login, so they can't be downloaded yet.TikTok Video Downloader
AvailableGet a real list of downloadable options for a public TikTok video, in whatever quality TikTok provides for it.Accepted links: Public video links (tiktok.com/@user/video/...) and short links (vm.tiktok.com, vt.tiktok.com). Private accounts are not supported.Facebook Video Downloader
Works for many public videosGet a real list of downloadable options for a public Facebook video. Facebook blocks some public videos from being read, and when that happens you'll see a clear message.Accepted links: Public video links (facebook.com/watch, facebook.com/video.php, m.facebook.com). Some public videos can't be read, and private or group-restricted videos are not supported.
How to Download a Video from a Link
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Copy the video link
Copy the address of a public video from your browser's address bar or the app's Share menu.
- 02
Paste it into the tool and check it
Paste the link into the box at the top of this page and select Check Video Link.
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Choose an option and save the file
Pick one of the options shown for that video, then select Download.
Want more detail? Read the step-by-step guide to downloading a video.
Choose Your Video Format and Quality
The options you see depend on the video you checked and on what this tool can process. Only files that actually exist for that link are listed.
- MP4 video
- Video and sound saved together in one file. We list only files the source offers as a single stream, so the top resolution can be lower than what you see on the original site. For example, YouTube often exposes just a 360p file this way, while some TikTok videos show higher vertical resolutions.
- MP3 audio
- Extracts the sound and converts it to MP3 at 128, 192, 256 or 320 kbps. Those numbers describe our conversion, not the quality of the original audio, and a higher number does not improve a poor recording.
1080p or 4K is never assumed. If a video doesn't provide it as a single file, it won't appear. Not sure what to pick? Read MP4 vs MP3 or 720p vs 1080p vs 4K.
More Free Video Tools
These work from the same kind of link, for one specific job.
- Video to MP4Save a supported video as a standard MP4 file that plays on almost any phone, computer or TV.Save a video as MP4
- Video to MP3Pull just the audio from a video and save it as an MP3 at 128, 192, 256 or 320 kbps.Convert a video to MP3
- Thumbnail DownloaderSave the cover image of a video in the original size the source provides.Download a video thumbnail
- Video TrimmerKeep only the part you need. Set a start and end time (up to 10 minutes) and save just that clip.Trim a video clip
- Video CompressorMake a video smaller for sharing or storage with a choice of three compression levels.Compress a video
Download Videos on iPhone, Android or Desktop
It works in the browser on every device. Paste the link, check it, and download.
- iPhone
- Use Safari. Confirm the download when asked, and the file is saved to the Files app, usually in Downloads. From there you can move a video to Photos. Read how to download videos on iPhone.
- Android
- In Chrome, the file goes to your Downloads folder and shows up in the Files or Downloads app. Read how to download videos on Android.
- Desktop
- Files go to your browser's default download folder. Open the browser's download list to find them. Read where downloaded videos are saved.
Why Isn’t My Video Link Working?
The message you see points to the cause. These are the common ones.
Incomplete or invalid link
“That doesn't look like a valid video link.” Copy the whole address again, starting with https://.
Private or restricted video
“This content may be private or restricted.” Only public videos can be processed, and we don't ask for logins.
Deleted or unavailable video
“This video is unavailable.” Open the link in your browser first to confirm it still plays.
Unsupported link type
“This link is not currently supported.” Use a video link from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok or Facebook. Instagram links currently show that the downloader is unavailable.
Temporary processing problem
“We couldn't process this link.” TikTok and Facebook sometimes fail on the first try. Wait a moment and check again. Some public Facebook videos can't be read at all.
Too many requests
“Too many requests.” Wait a minute before checking another link.
Still stuck? Read why a video download is not working, or check the supported sites and tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which platforms does this work with?
YouTube and TikTok links are supported. Facebook works for many public videos, but Facebook doesn't let us read all of them. Instagram links are recognised, but Instagram currently requires a sign-in to read almost every video, so they can't be downloaded right now.
How do I use a copied video link?
Paste it into the box at the top of this page and select Check Video Link. When the options appear, choose the file you want and select Download.
What quality can I download?
Whatever the checked video actually offers as a single file. That varies by video and platform, and higher resolutions such as 1080p or 4K appear only when the source provides them that way.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes. It runs in any modern mobile browser on Android and iPhone, so there is no app to install. Downloaded files land in your browser's usual download location.
Can I download private videos?
No. Only public videos can be processed. We never ask for your login to get around a restriction, and private, deleted or login-only videos won't work.
Do I need an account or to install anything?
No. There's no signup and nothing to install. Paste a link and check it.
What am I allowed to download?
Only content you own, have permission to save, or are otherwise clearly authorized to download. Copyright and each platform's terms still apply after a file is saved.
Have a video link ready?
Paste it into the tool at the top of the page and see what's available.
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