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How to Convert YouTube to MP4 in HD
Download YouTube videos as HD MP4 files at 720p or 1080p quality. Beginner guide with step-by-step instructions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Find your YouTube video
Navigate to the YouTube video you want to download in HD.
2
Copy the URL
Copy the video URL from your browser address bar.
3
Open a YouTube to MP4 converter
Visit a web-based YouTube to MP4 downloader.
4
Paste the URL
Paste the URL into the input field and start the conversion.
5
Select HD quality
Choose 720p HD or 1080p Full HD from the quality options.
6
Download the MP4
Click the Download button and save the HD MP4 file to your device.
MP4 is the most universal video format, playing on every device from smartphones to smart TVs. Downloading YouTube in MP4 HD gives you a clean video file you can watch anywhere offline.
Frequently Asked Questions
720p has 1280x720 pixel resolution and 1080p has 1920x1080 pixels. 1080p is sharper but has a larger file size (~2x bigger).