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How to Download YouTube Videos to a USB Drive

YouTube is one of the most popular video-sharing platforms in the world, where you can watch, upload, share, comment, and like millions of videos on various topics. Whether you want to learn something new, be entertained, or get inspired, YouTube has something for everyone.

But what if you want to watch your favorite YouTube videos offline, or save them for later viewing, or share them with your friends or family who don’t have internet access? In that case, you might want to download YouTube videos to a USB drive.

A USB drive, also known as a flash drive or a thumb drive, is a small and portable device that can store data such as photos, music, documents, and videos. You can plug it into any computer or device that has a USB port and access your files easily. A USB drive is useful for storing videos because it has a large storage capacity, it is fast and convenient, and it is compatible with most devices.

Downloading YouTube videos to a USB drive has many benefits. You can watch your videos anytime and anywhere without worrying about internet connection or data usage. You can also backup your videos in case they get deleted or removed from YouTube. You can also edit, convert, or burn your videos to DVDs if you want.

However, downloading YouTube videos to a USB drive also has some challenges. YouTube does not provide an official way to download videos from its platform, as it may violate its terms of service or infringe on the rights of the video creators. Therefore, you will need to use some third-party tools or services that can help you download YouTube videos. You will also need to be careful about the quality, format, size, and legality of the videos you download.

In this article, we will show you three methods that you can use to download YouTube videos to a USB drive. These methods are:

Using Open Video Downloader on a computer
Using VLC Player on a computer
Using an online video downloader service

We will explain each method step by step and provide some screenshots for your reference. We will also give you some tips and warnings for using these methods safely and effectively.

Method 1: Using Open Video Downloader on a Computer

Open Video Downloader is a free open source tool that makes it easy to download any YouTube video on Windows and macOS. You can get it from here. To install it on Windows, click the GET icon to install the Microsoft Store version, as the other version doesn’t work on some Windows PCs. On a Mac, click the Download button, then double-click the downloaded file to install the app.

Here are the steps to use Open Video Downloader on a computer to download YouTube videos to a USB drive:

Launch Open Video Downloader on your computer and click the YouTube icon on the top left corner.
Go to YouTube on your web browser and find the video you want to download. Copy the video URL from the address bar.
Paste the video URL into the search box in Open Video Downloader and press Enter. The tool will analyze the video and show you the available download options.
Select the download preferences you want, such as the format, quality, and file size. You can also choose to download only the audio or the subtitles if you want. Then, click the Download button at the bottom right corner.
The tool will start downloading the video to your computer. You can see the progress and speed of the download on the bottom left corner. You can also pause, resume, or cancel the download if you want.
When the download is complete, you can find the downloaded video on your computer by clicking the Folder icon next to the Download button. The default location is C:\Users\YourName\Videos\Open Video Downloader on Windows and /Users/YourName/Movies/Open Video Downloader on macOS.
Plug your USB drive into your computer and open it. Then, drag and drop the downloaded video from your computer to your USB drive. You can also copy and paste the video if you prefer.

Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded a YouTube video to your USB drive using Open Video Downloader. You can now watch it offline or share it with others.

Method 2: Using VLC Player on a Computer

VLC Player is a free and open source media player that can play almost any video or audio file format. It also has some hidden features that allow you to download YouTube videos on Windows and macOS. You can get it from here. To install it on Windows, click the Download VLC button, then run the downloaded file and follow the instructions. On a Mac, click the Download VLC button, then drag and drop the VLC icon to your Applications folder.

Here are the steps to use VLC Player on a computer to download YouTube videos to a USB drive:

Launch VLC Player on your computer and click Media on the menu bar. Then, select Open Network Stream from the drop-down menu.
Go to YouTube on your web browser and find the video you want to download. Copy the video URL from the address bar.
Paste the video URL into the network URL box in VLC Player and click Play. The video will start playing in VLC Player.
While the video is playing, click Tools on the menu bar and select Codec Information from the drop-down menu. A new window will pop up with some information about the video.
Copy the URL from the Location box at the bottom of the window. This is the network stream URL of the video.
Open a new tab on your web browser and paste the network stream URL into the address bar and press Enter. The video will start playing in your web browser.
Right-click on the video and select Save Video As from the menu. A new window will pop up where you can choose the location and name of the file. You can also change the file extension to .mp4 if you want.
Click Save and the video will start downloading to your computer. You can see the progress and speed of the download on the bottom of the window. You can also pause, resume, or cancel the download if you want.
When the download is complete, you can find the downloaded video on your computer by opening the folder where you saved it.
Plug your USB drive into your computer and open it. Then, drag and drop the downloaded video from your computer to your USB drive. You can also copy and paste the video if you prefer.

Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded a YouTube video to your USB drive using VLC Player. You can now watch it offline or share it with others.

Method 3: Using an Online Video Downloader Service

An online video downloader service is a website that allows you to download YouTube videos without installing any software on your computer. There are many online video downloader services available on the internet, but not all of them are reliable and safe. Some of them may contain malware, viruses, pop-ups, ads, or other unwanted content. Some of them may also have limited features, such as low quality, restricted formats, or slow speed.

Therefore, you need to be careful when choosing an online video downloader service. Here are some tips to help you choose a good one:

Check the reviews and ratings of the service from other users and experts.
Check the security and privacy policies of the service and make sure they do not collect or share your personal information or data.
Check the supported formats and quality options of the service and make sure they meet your needs.
Check the speed and stability of the service and make sure they can download videos quickly and smoothly.
Check the terms and conditions of the service and make sure they do not violate YouTube’s terms of service or infringe on the rights of the video creators.

One of the online video downloader services that we recommend is Y2mate. It is a free, fast, and easy-to-use service that supports various formats and quality options. It also has a clean and simple interface that does not contain any malware, viruses, pop-ups, ads, or other unwanted content. It also respects YouTube’s terms of service and does not infringe on the rights of the video creators.

Here are the steps to use Y2mate to download YouTube videos to a USB drive:

Go to YouTube on your web browser and find the video you want to download. Copy the video URL from the address bar.
Go to Y2mate on another tab on your web browser and paste or services and make sure they meet your needs.
Always check the speed and stability of the tools or services and make sure they can download videos quickly and smoothly.
Always check the terms and conditions of the tools or services and make sure they do not violate YouTube’s terms of service or infringe on the rights of the video creators.
Always scan the downloaded videos for any malware, viruses, or other unwanted content before transferring them to your USB drive.
Always format your USB drive to a compatible file system, such as FAT32 or NTFS, before transferring the videos to it.
Always eject your USB drive safely from your computer after transferring the videos to it.

We hope you found this article helpful and informative. If you have any feedback or questions, please feel free to leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about downloading YouTube videos to a USB drive:

Q: Can I download YouTube videos to my phone or tablet?	A: Yes, you can. You will need to use a mobile app or a mobile-friendly website that can help you download YouTube videos. Some examples are TubeMate, VidMate, SnapTube, Y2mate, etc. However, you will also need a USB OTG cable or adapter that can connect your phone or tablet to your USB drive. Then, you can transfer the downloaded videos from your phone or tablet to your USB drive.
Q: Can I download YouTube videos to my smart TV or game console?	A: Yes, you can. You will need to use a streaming device or a media player that can connect your smart TV or game console to your USB drive. Some examples are Chromecast, Roku, Fire TV Stick, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, etc. Then, you can play the downloaded videos from your USB drive on your smart TV or game console.
Q: Can I download YouTube videos in 4K or 8K resolution?	A: Yes, you can. You will need to use a tool or a service that supports 4K or 8K resolution. Some examples are Open Video Downloader, VLC Player, Y2mate, etc. However, you will also need a device and a display that can support 4K or 8K resolution. Otherwise, you will not be able to enjoy the full quality of the videos.
Q: Can I download YouTube videos with subtitles?	A: Yes, you can. You will need to use a tool or a service that supports subtitles. Some examples are Open Video Downloader, VLC Player, Y2mate, etc. However, you will also need a device and a player that can support subtitles. Otherwise, you will not be able to see the subtitles on the videos.
Q: Can I download YouTube videos legally?	A: It depends. YouTube’s terms of service state that you are not allowed to download any content from its platform unless you see a download button or link on it. However, some video creators may give you permission to download their videos for personal use or fair use. You should always respect the rights of the video creators and follow the law when downloading YouTube videos.

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