How can I copy a video and save it from a website?

Answered by James Kissner

To copy and save a video from a website, you can follow the steps below:

1. Find the URL of the video: Locate the webpage that contains the video you want to save. For example, if you want to download a video from YouTube, go to the YouTube website and find the video you wish to save. Copy the URL from the address bar of your browser.

2. Visit a video downloading website: There are various online tools available that allow you to download videos from different websites. One popular option is Keepvid (www.keepvid.com). Open Keepvid in a new tab or window.

3. Paste the video URL: In Keepvid, you will find a text box where you can paste the URL of the video you want to save. Right-click in the text box and select “Paste” or use the keyboard shortcut “Ctrl + V” to paste the URL.

4. Click on the Download button: After pasting the video URL, click on the “Go” or “Download” button next to the text box. Keepvid will start analyzing the URL and fetching the available download options for the video.

5. Choose video quality and format: Once the analysis is complete, Keepvid will display a list of available download options for the video. You can choose the desired video format (e.g., MP4, WebM) and quality (e.g., 360p, 720p) from the options provided.

6. Start the download: After selecting the desired video quality and format, click on the “Download” button next to the option you prefer. A dialog box may appear asking you to save the video file. Choose a suitable location on your computer and click “Save” to start the download.

7. Wait for the download to complete: The video download process may take some time, depending on the size of the video file and your internet connection speed. Be patient and let the download complete.

8. Access your saved video: Once the download is finished, you can navigate to the location on your computer where you saved the video. You can then play the video using a media player or transfer it to another device for offline viewing.

It’s important to note that downloading videos from certain websites may violate their terms of service or copyright laws. Be sure to check the website’s terms of use and ensure that you have the necessary rights to download and save the video.

By using online video downloading tools like Keepvid, you can easily copy and save videos from websites. Just paste the video URL, choose the desired quality and format, and start the download process. Remember to respect copyright laws and only download videos for which you have the necessary permissions.