On Android you can save YouTube videos with Chrome, Samsung Internet or Firefox. There’s no need to install an APK from an unknown source.
Step 1: Copy the video link
In the YouTube app, tap Share under the video (or the arrow on a Short) and choose Copy link.
Step 2: Paste it into Youtube4DL
Open www.youtube4dl.com in your browser, long-press the box, tap Paste and press Start.
Step 3: Download the file
Choose MP4 or switch to the Audio tab for MP3, then tap Download. A notification shows the progress.
Step 4: Find your video
- Tap the “Download complete” notification to open the video.
- Or open the Files (or My Files) app and go to Downloads.
- Most gallery apps show new videos automatically; if yours doesn’t, open the file once from Downloads.
Save mobile data
720p looks sharp on most phone screens at a fraction of 1080p’s size. Download big files on Wi-Fi.
Troubleshooting
- If Chrome says the download was blocked, tap Keep or check Settings → Site settings → Automatic downloads.
- If a new tab opens when you tap Download, switch back to the Youtube4DL tab – your file is downloading there.