How To Download Music From YouTube (5 Different Ways)

YouTube serves as an extensive collection of music across various genres and periods. However, there are instances where having offline access to your favorite tracks becomes crucial — for a road trip, a workout, or simply to save on data. Fortunately, there are multiple ways (both free and paid) to download YouTube videos and audio on your device.

One option to download music is YouTube Premium, which provides a legitimate, ad-free means to download videos and music for offline listening. If you prefer not to pay for offline music access, various third-party tools are available. Additionally, certain websites offer online services that convert YouTube videos into downloadable audio files.

Below, we share five different ways of downloading music from YouTube on your mobile device or computer. However, before you proceed, it is essential to note that when you're using apps from outside sources to download stuff, you must be careful about how you use them. Follow the rules of copyright and licensing — don't use the downloaded stuff for business without permission. Stick to downloading for your own enjoyment and ease, and you'll be on the right side of the law.

If the music you want to download is not available on YouTube Music, you can use a third-party app to download files from YouTube. YouTubeMP3 is a simple and fast website that you can use to download music from YouTube in MP3 format. You just need to paste the YouTube video URL, click the convert button, and download the MP3 file. You can also use this website to download music from YouTube playlists.

YouTubeMP3 does not require any registration, installation, or payment. It is compatible with various browsers — Chrome, Firefox, and Opera, with support for Safari coming soon — and devices such as Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. The only downside is that you can only download music in MP3 format and cannot choose the audio quality or bitrate. If you want to download music in other formats, such as M4A, FLAC, or WAV, you need to use other websites or tools.

The conversion time on YouTubeMP3 is approximately 4–5 minutes, depending on the video size. However, this may vary depending on your internet speed, browser, and device.

Another option to use is YouTube Downloader, which can help you download content from entire playlists or channels as well as automatically fetch newly uploaded content for you to enjoy. Beyond YouTube, the tool extends its support to various platforms such as Twitch, Vimeo, Facebook, and more. It also supports a wide range of video resolutions, from HQ and HD to 4K and 8K.

It is available for Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu. YouTube Downloader offers both free and paid plans. The free plan allows you to download 20 videos. If you want unlimited access, consider purchasing a subscription. To use YouTube Downloader:

1. Download YouTube Downloader on your device.
2. Launch it and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. Click on the Paste link option in the top-left corner and paste the link of the targeted video.
4. Click on the Output format option and choose your desired format and quality.
5. Click on the download icon with the video to start the download.

The file will now be downloaded and saved to the location you chose when installing YouTube Downloader. If you want it to download any new videos uploaded to your favorite channel or playlist, click on the Tracking option and select Add.