3 Most Common Ways To Convert YouTube Videos To Mp4

If you want to convert YouTube videos to MP4 format, we have got you covered. In this blog, I’ll jot down the three most common ways to convert YouTube videos to MP4. Let’s get started!

Method 1: Use Online Converters

There are many tools available online that can convert YouTube videos to MP4. Follow these steps to use them correctly:

Copy the YouTube Video URL

• Go to YouTube
• select the video you want to download
• copy its URL from the address bar

Choose an Online Converter

Use a famous online video converter website like ytmp3.cc, y2mate.com, or convert2mp3.net.

Paste the URL

Paste the YouTube video URL into the converter’s input field.

Select MP4 Format

Choose MP4 as the output format. Select the quality or resolution if asked.

Convert and Download

• Click the “Convert” or “Start” button.
• Click the link to download the MP4 file to your computer after the process completes.

Method 2: Use Software or Browser Extensions

The second method is to use software or browser extensions to download and convert YouTube videos. Keep in mind these methods can download malware or encroach on YouTube’s terms of service.

Install a Video Downloader Extension

•  Install a browser extension like “Video DownloadHelper” for Firefox or “SaveFrom.net Helper” for Chrome.

Open YouTube

• Go to YouTube and play the video you want to download.

Download the Video

• Tap the extension icon in your browser.
• Follow the prompts to download the video in MP4 format.

Method 3: Use VLC Media Player (Advanced)

Use VLC Media Player for a more technical approach to download and convert YouTube videos to MP4.

Open VLC Media Player:

Download and install VLC.

Navigate to Media

• Go to the “Media” menu
• Select “Open Network Stream”

Paste the YouTube Video URL

Paste the YouTube video URL into the network URL box.

Adjust Settings

• Click on the dropdown arrow next to “Play”
• Select “Convert”

Select MP4 as Output

In the Convert window, choose MP4 as the profile

Select Destination and Start Conversion

• Click “Browse” to pick where to save the converted file
• Tap “Start” to start the conversion and downloading process.

These methods will surely help you convert YouTube videos to MP4 format easily. However, try to respect copyright laws and YouTube’s terms of service while downloading videos.