How to Download YouTube Videos and Shorts to Your PC
Learn how to download supported YouTube videos and Shorts on Windows, choose available quality up to 4K, and respect creator and platform rights.
YouTube is the largest video platform in the world, but saving videos locally is still harder than it should be. Whether you need offline access, want to archive a channel, or collect footage for a compilation, ClipsDownloader makes it simple.
ClipsDownloader YouTube downloader interface showing channel mode with quality options up to 4K
Why download YouTube videos locally?
- Offline access — watch on planes, trains, or anywhere without internet.
- Content archiving — channels and videos can disappear at any time.
- Video editing — import clips directly into your editing software.
- Repurposing — turn long videos into shorter clips for other platforms.
How it works with ClipsDownloader
- Copy the YouTube video or Shorts URL.
- Paste it into ClipsDownloader.
- Choose your quality (up to 4K when available).
- Click download — done.
No browser extension, no shady website, no ads. Just a clean Windows app that does the job.
YouTube Shorts too
Supported Shorts use the same basic workflow. Availability and quality depend on the source. Download only your own uploads, authorized material, or content you may lawfully use.
Quality options
ClipsDownloader lets you pick the resolution that fits your use case:
- 4K (2160p) — maximum quality for archiving or large screens.
- 1080p — standard HD, great for most editing workflows.
- 720p / 480p — smaller files when storage matters.
The available audio track and final file depend on the source and selected format. Verify the result before archiving or editing.
Batch downloads
Need to grab multiple videos? Queue them up and let ClipsDownloader handle everything in parallel. Track progress from the dashboard and find your files in your download history.
YouTube officially supports downloads of your own uploads and specific offline features; it says you cannot download another user’s video through the standard creator download feature. Review YouTube’s official guidance and copyright rules before downloading or republishing.
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ClipsDownloader dashboard showing download statistics and activity tracking
Get started
ClipsDownloader is available for Windows at a one-time price of €39.99. No subscription, no hidden fees.