There are many ways to download music from YouTube, ranging from simple and free to paid third-party services. In this guide, we’ll dive into the different methods that will help you download your favorite songs to your device quickly and easily.
Ways to Download Music from YouTube
All methods of downloading music from YouTube are divided into several types: the official method via a subscription, computer applications, online converters, browser extensions, using Telegram bots, and applications for Android and iPhone. Let’s take a closer look at each of them.
Using YouTube Music Premium
To legally download music from YouTube, you can use a YouTube Music Premium subscription. This service allows you to save audio files for offline listening via a mobile application on Android, iPhone, and iPad devices.
The usage procedure is as follows:
- Subscribe to YouTube Music Premium. You can do this by upgrading your account to the premium version through the official website.
- Launch the YouTube Music app on your mobile device.
- Find the song or playlist you want to download.
- Click on the download icon. To download a playlist, first open its settings and select the download option.
Downloaded music is only available in the YouTube Music app and with an active subscription.
Using computer applications
If you want to save music from YouTube to your computer, there are special programs for that. Here are some examples:
4K video downloader
This program allows you to download videos and extract audio from them in various formats.
- Install 4K Video Downloader on your PC.
- Copy the link to the desired video from YouTube.
- Paste the URL into the program and select the “Extract Audio” function.
- Specify the desired format and sound quality, select a folder to save and click “Extract”.
MediaHuman YouTube to MP3 Converter
The program supports downloading multiple files simultaneously and automatic conversion of video to MP3 audio format. The process is as follows:
- Install MediaHuman YouTube to MP3 from the official website.
- Copy the link to the video from YouTube.
- Paste the link into the program and select the desired format.
- Click on the download button.
MP3Studio YouTube Downloader
This is a handy application for downloading music from YouTube and offers many formats to choose from.
Online Converters
Using online converters requires caution, as some sites may contain advertisements and possibly malware. If the services you install are not suitable for you or you do not like them, there are many online analogues that may suit you. For example, the following services:
- dirpy.com
- ontiva.com
- mp3dl.cc
- nl.onlinevideoconverter.pro
- motionbox.io/tools/youtube-to-mp3
- x2download.com
- charger.to
Browser extensions
To quickly download music from YouTube, you can use browser extensions:
- YouTube Downloader: This extension adds a download button directly to the video page. It allows you to select the audio quality and format.
- Video Download Help: Works the same way and offers a wide range of formats and settings.
- Save from: It allows you to download video and audio directly from the browser, supports many formats.
Upload music using Telegram bots
For Telegram users, there are several bots that can help download music from YouTube:
- @YtbAudioBot: A popular bot for converting videos to MP3. Just send a link to the video and the bot will quickly convert it into an audio file.
- @Gozilla_bot: This bot supports not only YouTube but also other video platforms. It allows you to download both audio and video in different formats.
Download Music from YouTube on Android
For Android users, there are many applications that allow you to download music from YouTube:
- Snap tube: An application that allows you to download videos and music from various platforms, including YouTube. It maintains high download quality and is easy to use.
- VidMate: An application with similar functionality that also allows you to download music and videos from YouTube.
- Video: A powerful application with a built-in browser and support for creating playlists. Supports downloading in various formats.
Download Music from YouTube to iPhone
There are also affordable ways for iPhone users to download music from YouTube. As mentioned earlier, you can use the official YouTube Premium app or a YouTube Music subscription, which allows you to download all the music and even clips. But all downloaded data remains encrypted and cannot be listened to in other players and will be deleted from your device after the subscription ends.
Some apps from the App Store such as Snap tube or TuneFab YouTube Music Convertercan be downloaded directly from the app store and can help you bypass the restrictions of paid subscriptions.
Source: VG Times
Christina Moncayo is a contributing writer for “Social Bites”. Her focus is on the gaming industry and she provides in-depth coverage of the latest news and trends in the world of gaming.