How to download videos from YouTube to camera roll iPhone?

To download videos from YouTube to your iPhone camera roll, follow these steps:

1. Install an App: Search for and install the Documents by Readdle app from the App Store.
2. Open Documents App: Launch the app and navigate to the browser in the bottom-right corner.
3. Find a Converter: In the browser, go to a YouTube converter site like Y2Mate or SaveFromNet by typing the URL in the search bar.
4. Get the Video URL: Open YouTube, find the video you want to download, and copy its URL.
5. Paste the URL: Go back to the converter site in the Documents app and paste the URL in the designated field.
6. Download the Video: Click the download button and choose the format and resolution you want. The video will start downloading.
7. Save to Camera Roll: Once the download is complete, go to the Downloads folder in the Documents app, and tap on the video. Select the ‘Share’ button and then ‘Save Video.’ The video will now appear in your iPhone camera roll.

To successfully download YouTube videos to the camera roll on an iPhone, I used an app named Shortcuts. Here’s the process I followed:

1. Install Shortcuts App: It’s available in the App Store for free.
2. Get the Download Shortcut: I searched for ‘YouTube downloader’ shortcuts on Safari. There are several available on websites like RoutineHub.
3. Add the Shortcut: By following instructions on RoutineHub, I added the shortcut to my Shortcuts app.
4. Copy the YouTube Link: Then, I went to YouTube, copied the video URL I wanted to download.
5. Use the Shortcut: I opened the Shortcuts app, ran the YouTube downloader shortcut, and pasted the video link when prompted.
6. Download and Save: The shortcut automated the process, downloaded the video, and asked if I wanted to save it to my camera roll. I confirmed, and it appeared in my Photos.

The process was smooth and didn’t require any complex steps.

Here’s a method that involves using your computer:

1. Install 4K Video Downloader: I downloaded and installed 4K Video Downloader on my PC.
2. Copy YouTube Link: I searched for the video on YouTube, then copied its URL.
3. Paste in 4K Downloader: I opened 4K Video Downloader, clicked on ‘Paste Link,’ chose the desired format and quality, and started the download.
4. Transfer to iPhone: After downloading, I connected my iPhone to the computer and used iTunes to transfer the video. I added the video to iTunes, synced with my iPhone, and then the video showed up in my camera roll.

This method uses a computer for those who don’t mind the extra step, ensuring high-quality downloads.

Here’s an alternative approach that worked for me, without needing additional apps:

1. Use Safari for Download: I opened Safari on my iPhone and searched for an online downloader like Converto.io.
2. Copy YouTube URL: I then copied the URL of the YouTube video I intended to download.
3. Download Process: On Converto.io, I pasted the video link and selected the download option. After choosing the format and resolution, I clicked ‘Convert.’
4. Download and Access: Once the conversion was done, I downloaded the file. The file was saved in the Files app.
5. Move to Camera Roll: I went into the Files app, found the video, tapped ‘Share,’ and selected ‘Save Video’ to move it to my camera roll.

This method didn’t involve downloading any extra applications, making it straightforward and efficient.

Another simple method I found is as follows:

1. Download and Install a Similar App: Try using Video Saver Pro.
2. Obtain YouTube Video URL: Copy the YouTube video URL to be downloaded.
3. Open Video Saver Pro: In the app, use the browser to visit a YouTube to MP4 downloader website.
4. Paste and Convert: Paste the video link in the downloader, select the appropriate format, and download.
5. Save to Camera Roll: Once the video is downloaded, open it, tap the 3-dot menu, and select ‘Save to camera roll.’

These steps are straightforward for users preferring an all-in-one app solution without needing a computer or multiple apps.