We all love YouTube. In fact, YouTube is the most popular video hosting site in the Internet.
When you are searching for a specific video online, chances are that YouTube will already have it because the site contains billions of videos with millions more being uploaded daily by everyday people like you and me. Because of how huge YouTube is, minutes or hours can go by as you browse through their video archives.
Although, it's easy enough to download videos from YouTube with a PC, the same cannot be said with a smartphone. Downloading videos from YouTube can be really cumbersome and hectic. And in terms of file size, it can be a time-consuming.
But there are applications that can easily help you solve these problems. One of the best I'll recommend is KEEPVID.
About KeepVid
KeepVid is an app that enables people to safely and legally download their favorite videos for free from YouTube on their mobile phones for offline viewing or personal use.
In addition to YouTube, you can also utilize KeepVid to download videos from other sites such as Instagram, Facebook, Vimeo, Daily Motion, VEVO, Yahoo! Video, Megavideo, Metacafe, and the like.
In this tutorial, I will specially walk you through the process of how to download videos from YouTube for free with keepVid app on your mobile. There are 5 methods below that you can use with keepvid. So let's begin.
How to download videos from YouTube with KeepVid
Before you begin, you need to first download and install the KeepVid Android on your mobile.
Go to the official webpage of KeepVid Android, and click the "Download" button. The KeepVid Android apk file will then be downloaded on your Android device.
Alternatively, you can choose to download the APK file from the keepVid site to your PC if you have one and then transfer the file from there to your Android device.
Note: In case this is the first time you are installing apps from third-party sites, you’ll need to enable “Unknown Resources” in your phone's Settings since Android phones generally don't allow downloads from outside play store.
Method 1. Using Smart Clipboard
Step 1
Go to YouTube on your mobile and find the video you want to download. Then tap the Share option and choose "Copy link".
Step 2
KeepVid Android will automatically detect the video URL and ask you whether you want to download it. Tap OK to continue and KeepVid Android will go to YouTube and play your video.
Step 3
Now tap the Download button beside the video URL (the blue circle with a white arrow facing down).
Step 4
After you tap on the Download button, a pop-up dialog will appear asking you to choose the video and audio quality you want. If you don't know which video quality to pick, go with MP4 480p, as it has the best mobile compatibility and consumes less data and space. After making your selection, KeepVid Android will start downloading the video.
Step 5
When the download finishes, you’ll get the downloaded video in the Downloaded tab at the top of the page. You can can also find your downloaded videos in the KeepVid folder in your phone's file manager.
Method 2. Downloading Directly with Download Button
Step 1
Launch keepvid and tap the thumbnail of YouTube on the homepage. The app will navigate you to the YouTube site.
Step 2
There's a Download button beside every video you play. Tap the Download button (the blue circle with a white arrow facing down).
Step 3
A pop-up dialog will be displayed asking you to select the video and audio quality you want. If you don't know which video quality you want, pick MP4 480p as it works best on mobile since it consumes less data and space.
Step 4
After making your choice, tap the Download button to start downloading video.
Step 5
When the downloading process finishes, you’ll get the downloaded video in the Downloaded tab at the top of the page. Or you can can find your downloaded videos in the KeepVid folder in your phone's file manager.
Method 3. Copying and Pasting Links Manually
Step 1
After installation, open the YouTube app on your phone or go to the site through a web browser. Copy the link of the video you want to download. You'll find it at the address bar at the top of the page.
Step 2
Head over to your KeepVid app and tap on the YouTube thumbnail on the homepage.
Step 3
Now paste the link of the video in the bar on the top of the page. (Or you can just tap on the cross button at the bottom of the KeepVid Android homepage and paste the link to the input field that comes up). The video will then start playing.
Step 4
Tap the Download button beside the video (the blue circle with a white arrow facing down).
Step 5
A pop-up dialog will appear asking you pick the video and audio quality you want for your video. If you are unable to make a decision, I recommend you go for MP4 480p as it is best compatible for mobile devices and consumes less data and space.
Step 6
After your selection, tap the "Download" button and your download will begin.
Step 7
When the downloading process finishes, you’ll get the downloaded video in the Downloaded tab at the top of the page. Or you can can find your downloaded videos in the KeepVid folder in your phone's file manager.
Method 4. Sharing YouTube Videos
Step 1
Open YouTube, and select the video you want to download.
Step 2
Tap the Share option below the video screen and the KeepVid option will appear in the drop-down menu.
Step 3
Choose KeepVid in the sharing list. KeepVid Android will analyze the video URL and then display the pop-up dialog asking you to select the video and audio quality you want. If you are unable to make a decision, I recommend you go for MP4 480p as it is best compatible for mobile devices and consumes less data and space.
Step 4
When the downloading process finishes, you’ll get the downloaded video in the Downloaded tab at the top of the page. Or you can can find your downloaded videos in the KeepVid folder in your phone's file manager.
Method 5. Downloading Directly From The Web page
Step 1
Open the YouTube app on your phone or go to the site through a web browser. Copy the link of the video you want to download. You'll find it at the address bar at the top of the page.
Step 2
Go to your web browser and type www.keepvid.com on the address bar. You will be taken to KeepVid official homepage.
Step 3
When the site is opened, scroll down to "KeepVid for Android" and tap it. You will then be taken to a new page.
Step 4
Paste the link of the video you want to download in the bar at the top of the page.
Step 5
Now tap on the Download button Do not click on the large green "Download" button. A pop-up dialog will appear asking you pick the video and audio quality you want for your video. If you are unable to make a decision, I recommend you go for MP4 480p as it is best compatible for mobile devices.
Step 6
After your selection, tap the "Download" button and your download will begin.
Step 7
When the downloading process finishes, you’ll get the downloaded video in the Downloaded tab at the top of the page. Or you can can find your downloaded videos in the KeepVid folder in your phone's file manager.
Warning: Be careful of the ads. KeepVid never requires you to sign up or register. KeepVid.com is a free online website to download videos and it will not charge you for the download.
So that's it on how to download videos for free from YouTube with KeepVid on your mobile phone. If you have any questions or encountered any problems, you can check on the FAQ on KeepVid.com for more information.
If you have tried KeepVid, please feel free to give your view at the comments section. And do share the article with your buddies on your Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and other social media.
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