How to Download YouTube Videos

Save YouTube videos to watch later. Keep any video, short, or music on your device.

4K (2160p)

Max Quality

Formats

Free

Price

~30s

Avg Time

Step-by-Step Guide

Copy the YouTube Link

Go to YouTube and find the video you want. Copy the link from the top of your browser. You can also tap Share and copy the link.

Paste the Link

Go to BlackHole and paste the link in the box. We'll know it's a YouTube video right away.

Pick Your Quality

Choose how clear you want the video: 360p, 480p, 720p, 1080p, or Max. Pick Audio if you just want the sound.

Download

Click Download. Your video will be saved to your device!

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Paste a YouTube link and download in seconds — no software needed.

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Pro Tips

✓720p looks great and doesn't take up too much space
✓Pick MP3 for music videos if you just want the song
✓YouTube Shorts work the same as regular videos
✓If it doesn't work, try again - sometimes that helps!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free to save YouTube videos?▼

Yes! BlackHole is totally free. Just create a free account with Google and start downloading — takes seconds.

What quality can I pick?▼

You can pick 360p, 480p, 720p HD, 1080p Full HD, or Max (up to 4K if the video has it). You can also save just the audio as MP3.

Can I save YouTube Shorts?▼

Yes! Shorts work just like regular videos. Paste the link and save it.

Why won't some videos download?▼

Some videos only work in certain countries. Some are only for grown-ups. Private videos can't be saved. Try a different video!

Can I save a whole playlist?▼

Right now, you can save one video at a time. Save each video you want from the playlist.

Supported Formats

MP4WebMMP3M4A