Once the video starts playing, click 'Window' and then 'Media Information'.Paste the URL (link address) of the YouTube video you want to download.Open VLC and then select File, Open Network.Steps to download YouTube videos using VLC media player It is recommended to subscribe to YouTube Premium for downloading videos. This how-to is for informational purpose only. And the procedure is as easy as using VLC.ĭisclaimer: According to Google’s Terms of Service for YouTube, “You shall not download any Content unless you see a ‘download’ or similar link displayed by YouTube on the Service for that Content.” So, it is illegal to download YouTube videos.
All you need is the VLC media player installed on your system. While YouTube does allow you to save some videos for offline watching, with a little effort, you can download them in HD as well. There's nothing worse than losing Wi-Fi or data coverage when you're halfway through your favorite video on YouTube.