How to download Youtube videos on iPhone

LAST UPDATED: DEC 29, 2022

YouTube videos may be downloaded on your iPhone using either the official YouTube app or a third-party video downloader app or website.

Download youtube videos using a video downloader app or website

If you wish to download a Youtube video to your Camera Roll, you need to use an app or website to download the video to your iPhone. Just provide the video URL, and the website or app will convert and download it as a video file.

NOTE: Many cybercriminals use these free video downloader apps and websites to install malware, get into your device, and conduct fraudulent activities. Trend Micro recommends using the official Youtube app as this is the legal and ethical way to download your favorite YouTube videos.

Download youtube videos using the Youtube app

1. Open the Youtube app, then look for the video you wish to download.
2. Tap Download. Youtube may ask you to upgrade to Youtube Premium to download a higher video quality.
3. Note that you can watch the downloaded videos within the Youtube app only. To see your videos, go to the Library, then tap Downloads.

Organize Your Video and Photo Collections

Your iPhone may use a lot of storage if you download videos, images, and other files. Use an iOS cleaner tool like Trend Micro Cleaner One to organize and regularly clean your device, including your downloaded Youtube videos, images, and GIFs in your Albums. Download Cleaner One for iOS for FREE.