Download YouTube Videos in HD (Up to 1080p)

Whether you're archiving a tutorial, saving a lecture for offline review, or keeping a copy of your own upload, Vidgrab lets you download full-length YouTube videos as standard MP4 files — in the best resolution the source actually offers, up to 1080p Full HD.

Step 1: Copy the video URL

Grab the link from YouTube's share button or your browser's address bar. Either format works:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXXXXXXXXXX
https://youtu.be/XXXXXXXXXXX

Step 2: Paste it into Vidgrab

Head to vidgrabyt.com, paste the URL, and select Analyze Video. Vidgrab reads the video's actual available formats — so the resolution list you see only shows options that genuinely exist for that video. You won't be offered a 1080p download for a video that only goes up to 480p.

Step 3: Choose a resolution and download

Depending on how the video was originally uploaded, you'll typically see:

• 360p — smallest file, good for slow connections or quick previews
• 480p — reasonable balance for casual viewing
• 720p — solid default for most content
• 1080p Full HD — best quality available, largest file size

Pick the resolution that fits your needs and select Download. The file saves as a standard .mp4 that plays on any device without extra codecs or software.

Why the resolution list changes video to video

Not every YouTube video is uploaded or processed at every resolution. Older videos, lower-resolution source footage, or certain live-stream recordings may cap out below 1080p. Vidgrab shows you the real list pulled directly from the video's available formats, rather than a generic set of options that might not actually exist — so what you see is what you'll actually get.

Common use cases

• Archiving your own content — keeping local backups of videos you've uploaded yourself
• Offline access — saving tutorials, lectures, or documentaries for viewing without an internet connection
• Research and reference — keeping a local copy of material you're studying or citing
• Slow or unreliable connections — downloading once instead of re-streaming repeatedly

Ready to try it? Download a YouTube video now →