YouTube Downloader for Windows

Ballad VideoDownloader is built for YouTube first: paste a video URL, pick resolution and format, and save files to your PC for offline viewing.

Download YouTube videos with a simple paste-link workflow

Choose MP4, MP3, and other formats when the source provides them

Resolutions up to 8K / 4K / 1080p when available from YouTube

Windows only for now · macOS coming later

Why download YouTube with Ballad

YouTube-first workflow

Most downloads start on YouTube. The app prioritizes a smooth paste-link experience for single videos before you expand to playlists or other sites.

Quality you can choose

After pasting a URL, pick from the resolutions and formats YouTube actually offers for that video—no inflated promises beyond the source.

Windows desktop app

Run a dedicated Windows downloader instead of fragile browser tricks. Free download with optional one-time license plans.

How to download YouTube videos

Paste the YouTube URL

Copy the video link from your browser and paste it into Ballad VideoDownloader.

Choose resolution & format

Select 8K / 4K / 1080p / 720p (or other listed options) and a format such as MP4 or MP3.

Save and watch offline

Start the download, then open the output folder when it finishes.

FAQs

Can I download YouTube videos on Windows?

Yes. Ballad VideoDownloader is a Windows app for saving YouTube videos (and many other sites) locally.

What quality can I get?

When YouTube provides them, you can choose options such as 8K, 4K, 1080p, and 720p, plus common formats like MP4 and MP3.

Is downloading YouTube videos legal?

Only download content you own, have permission to save, or that is otherwise lawfully available for personal use. Follow YouTube’s terms and copyright law.

Do you support playlists and livestreams?

Yes on compatible YouTube links. See the playlist and livestream guides for step-by-step details.