YouTube Shorts are vertical videos up to 60 seconds long, competing with TikTok and Instagram Reels. Our Shorts downloader lets you save these bite-sized videos for offline viewing or sharing.
What Are YouTube Shorts?
Launched in 2020, Shorts is YouTube's short-form video format. Designed for mobile viewing, these vertical videos (9:16 aspect ratio) appear in a dedicated Shorts feed and can be up to 60 seconds long. They've become incredibly popular for quick entertainment and tutorials.
Downloading Shorts
Shorts use the same URL format as regular videos (youtube.com/shorts/xxxxx). Simply copy the URL from the Shorts player or share button, paste it into our downloader, and save the video. Downloads are in MP4 format at the original quality.
No Watermarks
Unlike TikTok, YouTube Shorts don't have platform watermarks. Downloaded videos come clean, just as the creator uploaded them. Any branding you see is added by the creator, not YouTube.
Use Cases
People download Shorts for various reasons:
- Offline viewing - Watch without internet on commutes
- Content curation - Save favorite clips
- Inspiration - Study trending content formats
- Sharing - Send to friends on other platforms
Respecting Creators
Shorts creators put effort into their content. Download for personal use and always credit creators if you share their work elsewhere. Consider subscribing to creators whose content you enjoy.