Full Video Downloader: how it works
- 1Paste the YouTube link into EzCutter above.
- 2Set the start to 0:00 and the end to the video's full length (or any section you want).
- 3Choose a resolution — up to 1080p free, 1440p and 4K with Supporter.
- 4Download the MP4. Long videos take longer to process, so keep the tab open.
Full-length downloads with Supporter
Free clips on EzCutter are capped at three minutes. Supporter removes that cap, so you can download a whole video from start to finish — a two-hour podcast, a full lecture or a long livestream replay — as a single MP4, in up to 4K where the source allows it.
Supporter is a simple 30-day pass rather than a subscription, and it also unlocks 256/320 kbps MP3 audio.
Often you don't need the whole thing
Long-form videos are long. If you're after one segment of a stream or a single chapter of a course, cutting only that part is faster, uses less storage and skips editing later. Paste the chapter timestamps from the description straight into the start and end fields — EzCutter understands formats like 1:02:30.
Clips up to three minutes are free, so highlights, quotes and chapters under that length cost nothing.
Audio-only for long listens
For podcasts and talks you'll only listen to, switch to MP3 Audio. Full-length MP3 audio is free at 128 kbps with no length limit, and the file is a fraction of the size of the video.
Frequently asked questions
Can I download a full YouTube video for free?
Free video clips are up to three minutes. Full-length video downloads need Supporter. Full-length MP3 audio is free at 128 kbps.
How long does a long video take?
Processing time grows with length and resolution. A few minutes of 1080p is quick; a multi-hour 4K video takes considerably longer.
Does it work with livestream replays?
Finished livestreams that are available as regular videos work. Streams that are still live can't be downloaded.
Can I clip any YouTube video?
Use EzCutter for videos you own, videos with a Creative Commons or similar licence, or clips you have permission to reuse. You are responsible for respecting the creator's rights and YouTube's terms. Private and age-restricted videos may not load.
More answers on the EzCutter FAQ.