Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about VidGrab.
General
VidGrab is a free online tool that lets you download YouTube videos in MP4 format or convert them to MP3 audio. No sign-up, no software installation – just paste a URL and download.
Yes, completely free! We support the service through non-intrusive display advertising. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or limits for personal use.
No account or registration is required. Simply paste your YouTube URL, select a format, and click download.
VidGrab is a browser-based tool that works on all modern devices including Windows PCs, Macs, iPhones, Android phones, and tablets.
Downloads & Formats
We support MP4 (in various resolutions up to 4K/2160p), MP3 audio (up to 320kbps), and WebM format.
We support resolutions up to 4K (2160p) where available. The resolution options depend on what the video uploader provided on YouTube.
Yes! Select the "MP3 Audio" tab, paste your YouTube URL, and choose your preferred bitrate (320kbps, 192kbps, or 128kbps).
Available quality options depend on the original upload on YouTube. Some videos are only available in lower resolutions.
Most downloads complete within 15–60 seconds depending on video length, quality, and your internet connection speed.
Legal & Privacy
This is a complex question. Downloading videos for personal offline viewing may be permitted under fair use in some jurisdictions. However, YouTube's Terms of Service technically prohibit downloading without express permission from YouTube or the content creator. Commercial use of downloaded content is generally prohibited. You are responsible for ensuring your use complies with applicable laws.
No. We do not permanently store any videos. Temporary files are deleted from our servers automatically within 1 hour. We collect only standard server logs (IP, browser type) for analytics. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
Yes, we use essential cookies for site functionality and advertising cookies for Google AdSense. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
Technical
Please ensure: (1) The URL is a valid YouTube video URL, (2) The video is publicly available (not private or age-restricted), (3) Your browser allows file downloads, (4) You have a stable internet connection.
No. We are unable to download age-restricted or private videos as they require account authentication.
Currently we support single video downloads only. Playlist downloading is on our feature roadmap.
All modern browsers are supported: Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+, and mobile browsers.