How to Download YouTube Videos on iPhone — No App Needed
Download YouTube videos on iPhone and iPad without installing any app. MP3Extra works directly in Safari or Chrome — save YouTube videos as MP3 audio or MP4 video to your iPhone for free. No jailbreak, no shortcuts app, no third-party apps required.
Step-by-Step: Download YouTube on iPhone
Open YouTube on Your iPhone
Open the YouTube app or youtube.com in Safari. Find the video you want to download and tap the Share button below the video.
Copy the Video Link
In the share menu, tap "Copy link" to copy the YouTube video URL to your clipboard.
Open MP3Extra in Safari
Open Safari (or Chrome) and go to mp3extra.com. Tap the input field and paste the YouTube URL you copied.
Choose MP3 or MP4
Select MP3 if you want audio only (music, podcasts) or MP4 if you want the video. For MP4, choose 720p or 1080p for HD quality.
Download to Your iPhone
Tap Download. The file will be saved to your iPhone's Files app in the Downloads folder. You can find it later in Files > On My iPhone > Downloads.
iPhone Download Tips
- Use Safari for the smoothest experience — Chrome also works
- Downloaded MP3 files can be added to Apple Music for playback
- MP4 files play in the Files app or can be imported to the Photos app
- Works on all iPhones — iPhone 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and newer
- Also works on iPad and iPod touch with the same steps
Related YouTube Download Questions
How do I download YouTube videos on iPhone?
Open Safari or Chrome on your iPhone, go to mp3extra.com, paste the YouTube video URL, choose MP3 or MP4, and tap Download. The file will be saved to your iPhone's Files app or Downloads folder. No app installation needed.
Can I download YouTube videos without an app?
Yes. MP3Extra is specifically designed to download YouTube videos without any app. It works in your web browser on any device — iPhone, Android, PC, Mac, tablet. No software installation or browser extension is needed.
Does MP3Extra work on iPad and tablets?
Yes. MP3Extra works perfectly on iPad, Samsung tablets, Amazon Fire tablets, and any other tablet with a modern web browser. The responsive design adapts to your screen size automatically.