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How do I save a youtube video to my computer?

Feb 23, 2016 5:17AM PST

There is an auto repair video that I want to save on my laptop and take to an area without internet to view. I don't see any copy or down load button on youtube to do this. Is this even possible?

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Try YOUT
Feb 23, 2016 8:52AM PST

Watch the youtube and as it's playing change the URL from youtube to yout

Save as MP4 and play with VLC Player if the PC doesn't play it. Yes times have changed but we'll see how long yout lasts.

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Remember It's Against Youtube's TOS To Copy Such Content
Feb 23, 2016 10:28AM PST

unless there is a "download" button shown. At the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/t/terms

Section 5. (B) & (C) say:

B. Content is provided to you AS IS. You may access Content for your information and personal use solely as intended through the provided functionality of the Service and as permitted under these Terms of Service. You shall not download any Content unless you see a “download” or similar link displayed by YouTube on the Service for that Content. You shall not copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, broadcast, display, sell, license, or otherwise exploit any Content for any other purposes without the prior written consent of YouTube or the respective licensors of the Content. YouTube and its licensors reserve all rights not expressly granted in and to the Service and the Content.

C. You agree not to circumvent, disable or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Service or features that prevent or restrict use or copying of any Content or enforce limitations on use of the Service or the Content therein.

Sorry.

Grif

Post was last edited on February 23, 2016 10:29 AM PST

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I know this but
Feb 23, 2016 10:48AM PST

It's a big world and such may not apply in their country. VLC Player for example violates patents in some countries too but since it's written in a certain country, they can publish it world wide.

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I've Never Been A "Mother May I" Kind Of Guy....
Feb 23, 2016 3:58PM PST

I'm just providing info for those might want it.

Hope this helps.

Grif

Post was last edited on February 23, 2016 3:59 PM PST

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For now, give Yout a try.
Feb 23, 2016 4:23PM PST

If Youtube must, they'll take them out.

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just like VCR for TV shows
Feb 23, 2016 4:09PM PST
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Youtube video Download
Feb 23, 2016 11:21PM PST

Use Keepvid.com

Irrelevant link removed by moderator.

Post was last edited on February 24, 2016 12:05 AM PST

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Found this trick on PC magazine
Feb 24, 2016 4:12PM PST