YouTube Playlist Downloader for iPhone & iPad

iPhones have a reputation for making downloads hard, but since iOS 13 Safari has a real download manager — and that is all you need. No app from the App Store (there isn’t one that does this anyway), no convoluted Shortcuts, no computer. Paste the playlist link in the box above and save the videos you want straight to your iPhone or iPad.

How to download a playlist on iPhone, step by step

1. In the YouTube app, open the playlist and tap Share → Copy link. 2. In Safari, open this page, paste the link and tap Get Playlist Videos. 3. Tap Download on each video you want, choose MP4 or MP3, and confirm when Safari asks "Do you want to download…?".

Where do downloads go on iPhone?

Tap the blue arrow icon at the top of Safari to see active downloads. Finished files live in the Files app → iCloud Drive (or On My iPhone) → Downloads. From there you can play them directly, move them to a folder, AirDrop them to a Mac or save a video to your Photos library (share → Save Video).

iPhone-specific tips

Keep videos out of iCloud – if your iCloud storage is tight, change Safari’s download location to On My iPhone in Settings → Apps → Safari → Downloads.
Play MP3s – audio files play from the Files app; to use them in the Music app you need to sync via a computer, so most people simply play from Files.
Offline flights – download before you leave Wi-Fi; a 90-minute video at 720p is roughly 1 GB.
First tap opens an ad? Close that tab and tap the download button again — the second tap delivers the file.

Using an Android phone? The Android guide covers Chrome and the Files app there. For music-only playlists, the playlist to MP3 converter keeps the files small enough for any iPhone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work without installing anything?

Yes. Safari’s built-in download manager (iOS 13 and later) handles the files; the playlist tool runs entirely on this page.

Can I save the videos to my Photos app?

Yes. After downloading, open the MP4 in the Files app, tap the share icon and choose Save Video. It then appears in Photos like any recording.

Why does the App Store have no YouTube downloader?

Apple’s guidelines prohibit apps that download YouTube content, so a browser-based tool like this one is the practical way to do it on iOS.

Does it work on iPad and in Chrome for iOS?

iPad works exactly like iPhone. Chrome and other iOS browsers use Safari’s engine and can download too, but Safari gives the smoothest experience with the Files app.

Do downloads use my iCloud storage?

Only if Safari is set to save into iCloud Drive. Switch the download location to On My iPhone in Settings → Apps → Safari → Downloads to keep files local.

Disclaimer: YouTube Multi Downloader is not affiliated with YouTube or Google. This tool is intended for personal and educational use with content you own or have permission to download. Do not download copyrighted material without the owner’s consent, and do not republish downloaded videos on other websites. All product names, logos and brands are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only. Read more about YouTube’s copyright policy.

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