Can I download 4K YouTube videos for free?
Yes. Creating a free PulseDL account unlocks 4K (2160p) Ultra HD video downloading. Guest users can download up to 1080p Full HD resolution without an account.
Ultra HD Downloads
4K YouTube Downloader (2160p)
Download YouTube videos in crisp 4K (2160p) and 2K (1440p) resolutions directly in your browser. Register a free account to unlock Ultra HD downloads.
Guest: up to 1080p
MP4 · WebM · MP3 · AAC · WAV
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High-Bitrate 4K Video Conversion
Enjoy high-definition nature documentaries, cinematic video clips, and gaming videos on 4K monitors or TV screens. PulseDL preserves pristine 2160p video streams with high frame rate options.
At a glance
Guest and registered limits for formats, quality, and recovery. Compare Guest and Registered.
- Install required
- No — runs in the browser
- Guest quality limit
- Up to 1080p (no account needed)
- Registered quality limit
- Up to 2160p (4K)
- Playlist features
- Playlist analyzer, video selection, and bulk download
- Supported formats
- Video: MP4 and WebM · Audio: MP3, AAC, and WAV
- If you refresh
- Downloads continue on the server; recover completed files from History
- Account required
- Not required for guest downloads up to 1080p
- Responsible use
- Only download content you are authorized to download — see Terms
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Install required | No — runs in the browser |
| Guest quality limit | Up to 1080p (no account needed) |
| Registered quality limit | Up to 2160p (4K) |
| Playlist features | Playlist analyzer, video selection, and bulk download |
| Supported formats | Video: MP4 and WebM · Audio: MP3, AAC, and WAV |
| If you refresh | Downloads continue on the server; recover completed files from History |
| Account required | Not required for guest downloads up to 1080p |
| Responsible use | Only download content you are authorized to download — see Terms |
4K Downloader FAQs
Why do I need a free account for 4K video downloads?
4K video streams require significantly higher server bandwidth and processing power. Free registration helps prevent automated abuse while keeping 4K downloads accessible to genuine users.
What resolutions are included in the 4K tier?
The registered 4K tier supports 1440p (2K Quad HD) and 2160p (4K Ultra HD) resolutions whenever provided by the original YouTube upload.
Responsible use
Whether a download is permitted depends on the content, your rights to use it, the platform’s terms, and applicable law. Only download content you are authorized to download — for example your own uploads, material you have permission to save, Creative Commons content, or other uses allowed where you live. This is not legal advice. See Terms of Service and our Copyright page.