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How to Download YouTube Videos in 4K Quality

February 4, 2026
3 min read
YouTube 4K Guide

Watching videos in 4K resolution is an amazing experience. The crisp details and vibrant colors make everything look lifelike. But what if you have a slow internet connection or want to watch these high-quality videos offline?

In this guide, we'll show you exactly how to download YouTube videos in 4K quality using VidMate Downloadz. It's free, fast, and doesn't require installing any suspicious software.

Why Download in 4K?

4K (or Ultra HD) offers four times the resolution of standard 1080p HD. This means:

  • Sharper details on large screens
  • Better clarity even when zooming in
  • Future-proofing your video collection

Step 1: Get the Video Link

First, go to YouTube and find the 4K video you want to save. Make sure the video is actually available in 4K (look for the "4K" or "2160p" option in the quality settings gear icon).

Click on the Share button below the video player and select Copy link. Alternatively, you can just copy the URL from your browser's address bar.

Step 2: Paste URL in VidMate Downloadz

Open VidMate Downloadz in a new tab. You'll see a large input box at the top of the page.

Paste the link you just copied into this box. You can right-click and select "Paste" or use the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+V on Windows, Cmd+V on Mac).

Step 3: Select 4K Quality

Once you paste the link, our system will automatically analyze the video. In the format dropdown menu, look for the video quality options.

Select the option that says WebM (4K) or MP4 (4K). Note: Sometimes 4K videos are only available in WebM format due to YouTube's encoding. This format plays well in most modern players like VLC.

Step 4: Download and Enjoy

Click the Download button. Your video will start downloading immediately. Depending on your internet speed and the video length, it might take a few minutes since 4K files are large.

Pro Tip

Make sure you have enough storage space on your device! A 5-minute 4K video can easily be over 500MB.

Conclusion

Downloading 4K videos doesn't have to be complicated. With VidMate Downloadz, you can build your offline collection of high-quality videos in seconds.

Ready to try it out? Go to the downloader and start saving your favorite 4K content now!