HOW TO DOWNLOAD YOUTUBE VIDEOS

Summary

In this video, the host explains how to download YouTube videos to your mobile device for free. The first method covers downloading your own videos directly through the YouTube app, useful for re-uploading or recovering content. The second method is for downloading videos from other creators, with the option to save them within the YouTube app for offline viewing. However, users are reminded to respect copyright laws, as downloading videos for storage outside the app is illegal. The video provides helpful tips while emphasizing the importance of adhering to YouTube’s policies.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ensure your YouTube app is updated before downloading videos.
• 😀 You can download your own YouTube videos to your mobile device for offline use.
• 😀 To download your videos, go to the profile section in the YouTube app, and select the 'Videos' tab.
• 😀 Tap the three dots next to the video and choose 'Save to device' to start downloading your own video.
• 😀 When downloading someone else's video, check the options below the video for a download button.
• 😀 If the download option is not directly visible, check the three dots near the buttons to find the download option.
• 😀 Downloaded videos from other creators are stored within the YouTube app, not in your phone's regular file manager.
• 😀 Videos downloaded via the YouTube app can only be accessed offline within the app itself.
• 😀 It's illegal to download other creators' videos to your device storage without permission, as it infringes on copyright.
• 😀 Only download your own videos to your device storage to avoid copyright violations.
• 😀 Be mindful of YouTube's policies and copyright laws when downloading videos.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of this video?

The video provides a tutorial on how to download YouTube videos to a mobile phone for free, explaining various methods for both personal and third-party videos.

What should you do before attempting to download your own videos from YouTube?

Before downloading your own videos, make sure your YouTube app is up to date by checking the app store for the latest version.

How can you access your uploaded videos on the YouTube app?

To access your uploaded videos, open the YouTube app, go to your profile section, and navigate to the 'Videos' tab.

What is the process for downloading your own videos from YouTube to your phone?

To download your own videos, find the specific video in your profile section, tap the three dots next to the video, and select 'Save to device.'

What happens when you download someone else’s video on YouTube?

When you download someone else’s video through the YouTube app, it is saved within the app for offline viewing, and not directly to your phone's storage.

What should you do if you don't see a download button below the video player?

If the download button isn't visible, tap the three dots near the video controls, and you may find the download option in the menu.

Where are videos downloaded from the YouTube app stored?

Videos downloaded through the YouTube app are stored within the app itself and can be accessed through the 'Downloads' section, not in the phone’s regular file manager or gallery.

Is it legal to download other creators' videos to your phone’s storage?

No, downloading other creators' videos to your phone’s storage without their permission can infringe on copyright laws and is illegal.

Can you re-upload downloaded videos from other channels to other platforms?

No, you should not re-upload videos downloaded from other channels, as it violates copyright and YouTube's policies. The downloaded videos are meant for personal offline viewing only.

What is the key message regarding copyright in this video?

The key message is to be mindful of copyright laws and YouTube's policies when downloading videos. Users should only download their own videos to their device’s storage and respect other creators' rights.