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YouTube Playlist & Video Downloader

Download YouTube playlists, videos, and Shorts you own or have permission to use as MP4 files in a ZIP. MP4 is always included. Select Include MP3 audio for free to add audio to the same ZIP without extra credits.

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Confirm rights

Use owned or permitted videos

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Paste creator link

Video or playlist URL

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Repurpose content

Clips, captions, CTAs

Creator-owned content only

Use this tool only for YouTube videos you own, manage, or have explicit permission to download and repurpose. Postly does not support unauthorized downloading, copying, redistribution, or infringement.

Need help or want to report misuse? Contact support@postly.ai.

Already have the original file? Repurpose and publish with Postly.

5 free videos every 30 days · Shared across our websites

Video Pass works with all five downloaders across our seven websites. Optional MP3 audio is free and uses no extra credits.

Link types: Videos · Shorts · Playlists Output: Video files in a ZIP

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Samples fill the link only. Quality and availability depend on the source.

ZIP links are temporary. Retrieve only content you own or have permission to use.
5 free videos every 30 days. Each playlist video counts individually.

Every download includes MP4 video. Select the free MP3 option to add audio to the same ZIP without extra credits. Select playlist videos below before downloading. Unauthorized downloading, redistribution, or copyright infringement is not permitted.

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Supported for creator-owned or permission-based content: watch URLs, Shorts, live links, playlist links.
Tip: This creator tool is for content you own, manage, or have explicit permission to download and repurpose. Follow YouTube terms and copyright law.
Terms of Use

This free creator utility is provided for convenience. You may only retrieve, download, or repurpose content you own, manage, or have explicit permission from the rights holder to use. Some platforms restrict downloading; check their terms before proceeding.

We do not support unauthorized copying, redistribution, or infringement. We do not host or proxy media longer than necessary; short-lived temp files are used for creator ZIP retrievals, and links may expire quickly.

All trademarks and content belong to their respective owners. To report misuse or request help, contact support@postly.ai.

YouTube Playlist Downloader

Download multiple videos from a YouTube playlist without processing every link separately. Paste a playlist URL, load its entries, and choose the videos you own or have permission to use. Download selected files as an MP4 ZIP, with up to 20 videos per job and your remaining allowance applying to each video.

How to download a YouTube playlist

  1. Copy the URL of the YouTube playlist.
  2. Paste it into the Postly downloader and load the playlist.
  3. Select the permitted videos within your available allowance.
  4. Review the available format or quality options.
  5. Download the MP4 ZIP and continue in Postly with the prepared content.

YouTube Shorts Downloader

Paste a supported YouTube Shorts URL to retrieve a Short you own, manage, or have permission to reuse. Download YouTube Shorts as MP4 files in a ZIP and check the framing and captions before adapting the video.

Use Postly to create, repurpose, schedule, and publish social content. Review the destination’s supported formats before uploading your finished asset.

YouTube Video Downloader

The YouTube video downloader retrieves permitted individual videos as MP4 files in a ZIP. Paste a supported video URL, review available formats, and start processing.

A tutorial or interview can supply a series of focused ideas. Select the relevant playlist entries or save one Short, then review each file before reuse.

Supported YouTube links and limits

Supported link types include youtube.com/watch?v=…, youtu.be/…, youtube.com/playlist?list=…, and youtube.com/shorts/…. Playlist entries can be selected after loading the playlist.

Private, deleted, or restricted media may be unavailable. Follow any session instructions shown in the downloader. Download only content you own or have permission to use, and follow platform terms and copyright law.

YouTube downloader questions

How do I download a YouTube playlist?
Paste the playlist URL and load its entries. Select the videos you are permitted to use and start the MP4 ZIP job. Select up to 20 videos per job within your remaining allowance.
Can I download individual videos from a playlist?
Yes. Select only the entries you want after the playlist loads. Each selected video counts separately toward your allowance.
Can I download YouTube Shorts?
Yes. Paste a supported youtube.com/shorts/ link for content you own, manage, or have permission to use. Restricted or unavailable Shorts may not download.
What format are YouTube videos downloaded in?
The tool delivers MP4 files in a ZIP archive. Review available formats with the Formats control; quality depends on the source. Select Include MP3 audio for free to add MP3 alongside the MP4 files. MP3 uses no additional Video Pass credits.
Is the Postly YouTube downloader free?
You get 5 free video downloads every 30 days, shared across these tools and websites. An optional 100-video pass costs $4.99 and is valid for 30 days. Each playlist video counts individually.
How can I reuse a downloaded YouTube video with Postly?
A tutorial or interview can supply a series of focused ideas. Select the relevant playlist entries or save one Short, then review each file before reuse. Use Postly to create, repurpose, schedule, and publish social content. Prepare media for the formats supported by the destination before uploading.
What YouTube videos am I permitted to download?
Only download videos you own, manage, created, or have explicit permission to retrieve and reuse. Follow copyright law and platform terms. Private, age-restricted, region-restricted, deleted, or otherwise unavailable media may not download.
Can I download a YouTube playlist to MP3 with the videos?
Yes. Check Include MP3 audio for free before downloading. The ZIP contains MP4 video plus MP3 audio when the source has audio. MP4 is always included. Only videos count toward your free allowance or 100-video pass; MP3 files use no extra credits. If audio cannot be prepared, the ZIP includes the MP4 and an explanation.
Does the Video Pass work across all YouTube downloader sites?
The $4.99 Video Pass includes 100 video downloads for 30 days across Postly, Scalyn, Mapyn, Chatyn, Clipyn, Postyn and WPyn, covering YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Verify the same email to restore your pass on another site. Each playlist video counts once; optional MP3 audio is free.

Turn a YouTube video into a publishing plan

A tutorial or interview can supply a series of focused ideas. Select the relevant playlist entries or save one Short, then review each file before reuse. Use Postly to create, repurpose, schedule, and publish social content.

  1. 1. Choose a useful source

    Start with one video you own or have permission to reuse. Note the sections that answer a customer question and keep the original title and source URL with the asset.

    Choose a useful source

  2. 2. Prepare each destination

    Create a focused clip or use the original video, then review framing, captions and destination requirements. Write a title and call to action that fit the next audience.

    Prepare each destination

  3. 3. Schedule and review

    Upload the prepared asset to Postly, select the connected destinations and review the schedule. Compare the published content in analytics before repeating the campaign.

    Schedule and review

Already have the original file? Start with the product publishing workflow. Compare plans and included features.