YouTube 4K Video Downloader
Download YouTube videos in true 4K Ultra HD, 1440p, and 1080p Full HD — online, free, and with no software to install. Pick your resolution and codec and save the video exactly as it was uploaded.
How to Download YouTube Videos in 4K
Paste the video link
Copy the YouTube URL of a video that was uploaded in 4K and paste it into the downloader.
Select 2160p (4K)
Every available resolution is listed. Choose 2160p for 4K, 1440p for 2K, or 1080p for Full HD, then pick a codec.
Download in full quality
Start the download and watch real-time progress, speed, and ETA. The high resolution file is delivered as an MP4.
Real 4K Downloads, Not Upscaled Copies
YouTube serves high resolution video and audio as separate streams. This 4K video downloader fetches the original 2160p video stream and the best audio track, then merges them into one file — so what you save is the real 4K upload, not an upscaled or re-recorded copy.
HDR videos keep their HDR stream where available, and high frame rate uploads keep their frame rate.
2160p 4K, 1440p 2K, 1080p Full HD, and 720p HD
HDR and high frame rate preserved where the source has them
AV1 and VP9 for efficient high resolution files
H.264 for maximum playback compatibility
Choosing the Right Codec for 4K
Most 4K content on YouTube is encoded in VP9 or AV1, which produce much smaller files than H.264 at the same quality. Choose AV1 or VP9 if your device or editor supports them, or H.264 when you need the file to play absolutely everywhere.
Not sure? Modern browsers, VLC, and recent phones play all three.
No Desktop App Needed
Traditional 4K downloaders require installing a desktop program. This one runs entirely in your browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS — paste a link and download.
Credits are counted per minute of video regardless of resolution, so 4K costs the same as 720p. You get 5,000 free credits when you sign up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download a YouTube video in 4K?
Paste the YouTube link, choose 2160p (4K) from the quality list, pick a codec, and press download. 4K only appears if the video was uploaded in 4K.
Why don't I see a 4K option?
The video wasn't uploaded in 4K. The downloader lists every resolution YouTube has for that video, and it cannot exceed the original upload.
Does downloading in 4K cost more credits?
No. Credits are based on video length only — one credit per minute — so 4K costs the same as any other quality.
Can I download HDR or 60fps videos?
Yes. HDR streams and high frame rate uploads are preserved when the source provides them.
Is this 4K video downloader free?
Yes. There's no software to buy or install. Use it as a guest or create a free account for 5,000 credits.