How to Download YouTube 4K Videos for Free

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YouTube offers 4K content on thousands of videos. You can save them locally for offline viewing in full Ultra HD quality — no software installation, no account needed.

Paste a YouTube 4K video URL below:

Supported 4K Quality Options

2160p (4K)
1440p (2K)
1080p (Full HD)
720p (HD)

How to Download a YouTube 4K Video

  1. Find a 4K YouTube video. Look for the 4K or 2160p badge in the video quality settings (⚙️ icon on YouTube).
  2. Copy the video URL from your browser address bar or tap Share → Copy Link in the YouTube app.
  3. Open Y2meta YouTube to MP4 and paste the URL.
  4. Click Start. Y2meta will process the video and display quality options.
  5. Select 2160p (4K) or 1440p (2K) from the quality dropdown.
  6. Click Download. The MP4 file saves directly to your device.

Things to Know Before Downloading 4K

  • File size: A 10-minute 4K video is 1–3 GB. Make sure you have enough storage.
  • Not all videos have 4K: Only videos uploaded in 4K will have the 2160p option. If 4K is not available, the highest available quality will be shown.
  • Playback: Use VLC, Windows Media Player, or any modern player that supports H.264/H.265 to play 4K MP4 files.
  • Wi-Fi recommended: 4K files are large — download on Wi-Fi to avoid mobile data charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I download YouTube videos in 4K for free?

Yes. Y2meta is completely free with no subscription, no account, and no download limit.

Does 4K download work on iPhone?

Yes. Open Y2meta in Safari on iPhone, paste the YouTube URL, and select 4K. The file saves to your Files app.

How large is a 4K YouTube video download?

Typically 1–3 GB for a 10-minute video. Longer videos will be proportionally larger.

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