How to Download YouTube Videos on a PC or Mac Without Software
Save a public YouTube video on Windows, macOS or Linux using only your browser. No installer, extension or account needed.
Choose a download tool
Download in four steps
Open the video on YouTube and copy the address from the browser bar. Open yt1s.ink, paste the link and choose a quality: 720p is a good default, 1080p suits large monitors and 360p keeps the file small.
Click Download and wait while the file is prepared. The browser then saves it like any other download, normally into your Downloads folder.
Playing the file
MP4 plays in every desktop player, including the built-in apps on Windows and macOS. M4A audio plays in Windows Media Player, macOS Music, VLC and most browsers.
If a player cannot open the file, try VLC, which is free and handles almost any format.
If the browser blocks the download
Some browsers warn about downloads from sites they do not know. If you started the download yourself from this page, you can keep it. Check that your antivirus is not blocking the Downloads folder, and make sure there is free disk space.
Avoid sites that tell you to install a program or browser extension to download a video.
Conclusion
Copy the link, paste it, choose a quality and download. Only save videos you have permission to keep.
FAQ
Do I need to install software on my computer?
No. Everything happens in the browser.
Where is the file saved?
In your browser's download folder, usually Downloads.
Which quality should I choose on a PC?
720p for most screens, 1080p for large or high resolution monitors.