YouTube Shorts Downloader
Download YouTube Shorts for free in HD, MP4, and multiple quality options. Fast, secure, and no registration required. Perfect for content creators repurposing vertical videos.
Download YouTube Shorts for free in HD, MP4, and multiple quality options. Fast, secure, and no registration required.
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How It Works
Copy the YouTube Shorts URL
Open the YouTube Short on mobile or desktop, tap the Share button, and copy the Shorts link. Works with any publicly available Short.
Paste the Shorts URL in the downloader
Paste the Shorts URL into the input field above and click 'Get Short' to load available quality options for your vertical video.
Select quality and download your Short
Choose your preferred quality (360p to 1080p vertical) and click 'Download'. Your Short saves directly to your device in 9:16 format, ready for TikTok, Reels, or editing.
Supported Formats & Quality
| Quality | Resolution | File Size | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360p | 640×360 | ~5-8 MB/Short | Quick previews, stories |
| 480p | 854×480 | ~10-15 MB/Short | Standard mobile viewing |
| 720p HD | 1280×720 | ~20-30 MB/Short | Instagram Reels, Facebook |
| 1080p Full HD | 1080×1920 (Vertical) | ~30-50 MB/Short | TikTok, professional repurposing |
* File sizes are approximate and vary based on video content and compression.
Popular Use Cases
Repurpose Shorts Across All Platforms
Download your YouTube Shorts to instantly share on TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels, and Snapchat. Create once, distribute your vertical video everywhere for maximum reach.
Multi-Platform Content Strategy
Backup client Shorts and repurpose vertical videos across multiple accounts. Perfect for agencies managing TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube simultaneously with consistent short-form content.
Archive Your Best Performing Shorts
Protect your viral Shorts and trending content from platform changes or deletions. Download high-performing vertical videos to analyze, repurpose, or compile into highlight reels.
Source Material for Client Projects
Download Shorts for editing, adding captions, or creating compilation videos. Extract vertical content in full quality for professional editing in Adobe Premiere, CapCut, or Final Cut Pro.
Competitor Analysis & Inspiration
Study successful Shorts in your niche. Download vertical videos to analyze trends, hooks, and content strategies that drive engagement on short-form platforms.
Save Favorite Shorts Offline
Keep your favorite cooking recipes, workout routines, life hacks, and tutorial Shorts available offline. Watch anytime without internet or worry about content being removed.
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💡 Pro Tips
Repurpose your Shorts across all platforms instantly
Download your YouTube Shorts and upload to TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels, and Snapchat Spotlight. Maximize your reach by distributing the same vertical video everywhere. Use PostPlanify to schedule posts across 9 platforms simultaneously.
Always download in 1080p for best repurposing quality
When repurposing Shorts across platforms, always download in 1080p (1080x1920 vertical). Each platform re-compresses videos, so starting with the highest quality ensures your content looks crisp on TikTok, Reels, and beyond.
Archive your viral Shorts before they're taken down
Protect your best-performing content. If a Short goes viral but uses questionable music or contains content that might be flagged later, download it immediately as backup. Many creators lose their top content to copyright strikes.
Download competitor Shorts for trend analysis
Study what's working in your niche. Download top-performing Shorts from competitors to analyze their hooks, pacing, captions, and editing style. Identify patterns in viral content (never reupload others' work—use for inspiration only).
Create compilation videos from your best Shorts
Download multiple Shorts and edit them into a longer YouTube video or tutorial. Repurpose your short-form content into long-form compilations, "best of" reels, or educational content for different audience segments.
Add professional captions and branding before cross-posting
Download your Shorts, import into CapCut or Adobe Premiere, add custom captions, branded intros, or CTAs, then upload to other platforms. This customization increases engagement and brand recognition across TikTok and Instagram.
Build a swipe file of high-performing vertical videos
Download successful Shorts in your niche (yours and competitors') to build an inspiration library. Organize by hook type, topic, or style to reference when creating new content. Study what drives views and engagement.
Test different first 3 seconds across platforms
Download your Short, create multiple versions with different opening hooks, and test them on TikTok vs Instagram vs YouTube. Each platform's algorithm favors different hook styles—optimize for each audience.
Save trending audio Shorts before audio is removed
If you create a Short with trending audio that might be temporary or region-restricted, download it immediately. This preserves the original audio version before copyright claims or platform removals change it.
Extract clips for longer YouTube videos or podcasts
Download your Shorts and repurpose them as B-roll, intro clips, or segment highlights in full-length YouTube videos. Turn 60-second vertical content into engaging transitions or examples in educational content.
Create platform-specific versions with custom CTAs
Download one Short, then create three versions: one with "Follow on TikTok," another with "See more on Instagram," and a third with "Subscribe on YouTube." Platform-specific CTAs increase conversion rates significantly.
Backup client content for agency portfolios
Social media managers and agencies: Download all client Shorts immediately after posting. Build a portfolio library to showcase your work, even if clients delete content or you lose account access later.
Common Issues & Solutions
Browser Compatibility
🖥️Desktop Browsers
📱Mobile Browsers
Works on All Browsers
Processing happens server-side, so no browser plugin or extension is required. Works seamlessly across all modern browsers and devices.
Privacy, Security & Compliance
Your Privacy Matters
Our service operates with complete transparency. We exclusively work with publicly accessible social media content and maintain a strict no-storage policy. No videos are retained on our infrastructure after download completion, ensuring your activity remains private.
Secure by Design
Every connection is protected with industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption. All video processing occurs through secure protocols, and we never request personal credentials or account access. Your downloads are delivered securely to the user after temporary processing, without permanent storage or redistribution.
Legal Responsibility
Important Notice: This tool is intended for personal use only and should be used exclusively for downloading content you own or have explicit permission to download. Users must verify they have proper authorization before downloading any content.
Downloading content from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms may violate their Terms of Service. You are solely responsible for compliance with all applicable copyright laws, intellectual property protections, platform usage agreements, and local regulations. Unauthorized distribution, reproduction, or commercial use of copyrighted material is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
⚠️ DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
By using this service, you acknowledge and agree that: (1) You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and platform terms of service; (2) You will only download content you own, created, or have explicit permission to download; (3) PostPlanify is not liable for any misuse, legal consequences, or violations resulting from your use of this tool; (4) This service is provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind.
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