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Copy a public link
Open one public video, Short, Reel, or video Pin and copy its link.
Use a direct media URL
Public media downloader
Online video downloader for public videos.
Paste a public YouTube video, Instagram Reel, Facebook video, or Pinterest video Pin link. Onezot shows the video and audio formats available from the source.
Live analyzer · public links only · up to 500 MB Server-side validated
iPaste URL → Analyze → Choose format → Download. Only save public media you own or have permission to use.
No installation
Use a modern browser
One link at a time
Paste a direct public URL
Four platforms
YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest
Video and audio
Choose from available formats
#HowItWorks
Download in three simple steps
Start with a direct public link to one media item.
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Paste it into Onezot
Paste the link above and select Analyze Link to see available formats.
Check the title and options
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Choose a format
Pick an available video quality or audio format, then save the file.
Quality depends on the source
#Platforms
Download from supported platforms
Choose a platform and paste a public link to one video.
YouTubeVideos and Shorts
YouTube video downloader
The formats shown depend on the video and what its source makes available.
- Paste one public video or Shorts link
- Check available video quality
- Choose audio when the source offers it
InstagramPublic Reels
Instagram Reel downloader
The formats shown depend on the video and what its source makes available.
- Paste one public Reel link
- Save an available video format
- Private and login-only Reels are unsupported
FacebookPublic videos
Facebook video downloader
The formats shown depend on the video and what its source makes available.
- Paste a public video or Watch link
- Check the formats the source offers
- No Facebook password is needed
PinterestVideo Pins
Pinterest video downloader
The formats shown depend on the video and what its source makes available.
- Paste one public video Pin link
- Use a pin.it link when it opens the video
- Boards and image Pins are unsupported
#WhyOnezot
Clear choices for public media
Check a link, review the available formats, and choose the file you need.
Check a public link
Onezot reads the media details and formats available from the source.
Time varies by source
See your options
Review available video quality, audio formats, and estimated file sizes.
Video · MP3 · M4A · WAV
Use any modern browser
Open Onezot on a phone, tablet, or computer without installing an app.
Mobile and desktop
Simple page
The link field, format choices, and download buttons are easy to find.
Clear steps
#DownloaderGuide
Download public video and audio
Learn which links work, what each format means, and why some videos cannot be saved.
How an online video downloader works
Paste a link to one public video. Onezot checks its title, length, and available video or audio formats. Choose an option and save the file in your browser. You do not need an extension or account.
The original video sets the limit. A 480p upload cannot become true 1080p, and a private or deleted post cannot be made public. If a format is missing, try another available option or use the source platform's own download feature.
Check the title and preview before you choose a file. This helps you catch a link that opens the wrong video or a different post. The format list is based on what the source offers at the time you check it, so the choices can change later.
Choose video quality or an audio format
Choose up to 1080p for a large screen, up to 720p for everyday viewing, or up to 480p for a smaller file. The actual quality depends on the source. A vertical Short, Reel, or video Pin stays vertical.
For audio downloads, choose MP3 for broad device support, M4A for a smaller modern format, or WAV when you need an uncompressed output file. Converting audio to a higher bitrate or WAV does not improve the original sound.
An estimated file size is only a guide. The final file may be larger or smaller after the video and audio are prepared. If you have limited storage or mobile data, try a smaller available video option first. Onezot has a 500 MB limit for each download.
Supported public links
Use a direct link to one public video. Profiles, feeds, playlists, boards, and private groups are not single video links. These are the common link types Onezot checks:
YouTubeIndividual public videos and Shorts
youtube.com/watch, youtu.be, youtube.com/shortsInstagramIndividual public Reels
instagram.com/reelFacebookPublic video posts and Watch links
facebook.com/watch and public post URLsPinterestIndividual public video Pins
pinterest.com/pin and pin.itCopy the address from the video itself or use its Share button. A link to a channel, profile, playlist, search page, or Pinterest board can look similar but does not point to one downloadable video. Short links such as youtu.be and pin.it are accepted when they lead to supported public media.
Public access can change. A creator may remove a post, make it private, or limit it to a country or age group. If a link stops working, open it in a browser where you are signed out. If the video is not available there, Onezot will not be able to open it either.
When saving a copy can help
Your own videos
Keep a copy of a public video or Short you posted, if the source makes a downloadable format available.
Approved client work
Save a Reel or video Pin when its owner has given you permission to use it.
Teaching and research
Keep permitted public videos for a lesson or offline reference, with a note of the source.
Offline viewing
Save media you are allowed to keep when you expect to have limited internet access.
What happens after you choose Download
Onezot prepares the file
The link check shows what may be available. When you choose a format, Onezot prepares that file from the public source. Some videos have separate picture and sound tracks, so a video download can take longer than the first link check.
Keep the browser page open while the file is being prepared. The time depends on the source, the file size, and your connection. If the source stops serving a format during this step, try analyzing the link again and choose another available option.
Your browser saves it
When the file is ready, your browser starts the download. It may ask you to choose a folder or allow the file. Onezot cannot choose your device's save location, so check the browser's Downloads list if you do not see the file right away.
Before sharing a saved video or audio file, check the creator's permission and the source platform's rules. Keep the original link with the file if you need to credit the creator or find the post later.
Why a public link may not work
Open the link in a private browser window. If it opens a profile, feed, or sign-in page instead of one video, copy the video link again. A video may also be deleted, limited by region or age, or missing a usable format.
Onezot cannot open private accounts, paid content, or DRM-protected media. For restricted content, ask the owner for the file or use the platform's official save option.
A format can also fail after analysis if the source removes it or the file is over 500 MB. Analyze the link again, then try a smaller available quality. Live broadcasts are not supported while they are still running; try again after the broadcast ends and the recording is public.
Works across phones, tablets, and computers
Use Onezot in a modern browser on Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, macOS, Linux, or ChromeOS. Your browser decides where the file is saved. Check its Downloads area if you cannot find it.
Larger video files need more storage and data. For a quick mobile copy, choose a smaller available quality. Keep the page open while the download runs.
On a phone, the saved file may appear in the browser's download list or in the device's Files app. On a computer, it usually goes to the folder set in your browser. If your browser asks where to save the file, choose a location you can find again.
Use public links responsibly
Paste only public links you are comfortable sending to the service. Do not paste private links, account tokens, or someone else's credentials. Onezot does not ask for your social media password.
A public video is not automatically free to reuse. Save media you own, have permission to keep, or may lawfully use. Follow copyright rules and the source platform's terms.
Platform and format guide
Find the right link and file format
Each platform uses different links and offers different formats. Check the guide below before downloading.
YouTube video and Shorts downloader
Open one public YouTube video or Short and copy its Share link. A youtube.com/watch, youtube.com/shorts, or youtu.be address can work. Paste it into Onezot and check that the title matches the video you meant to save. A channel page or playlist is not a direct video link.
YouTube videos can offer different picture qualities and separate audio tracks. After analysis, choose an available video option for viewing or an audio format for permitted listening. A higher number on a button is a target, not a promise that the original upload has that quality.
If a video is private, removed, region restricted, or only available after sign-in, Onezot may not be able to open it. Live broadcasts are not available until they end and a public recording exists. For your own uploads, the original file or YouTube's official tools may be the better source.
Instagram Reel downloader
Use the link to one public Instagram Reel, usually an instagram.com/reel address. Copy the Reel's link rather than the account profile or your feed. Onezot checks the video details and shows a format only when the public source makes one available.
Reels are often vertical, so the saved video keeps the source shape. The file quality depends on the Reel that Instagram serves. Downloading a smaller copy can save mobile data, but it cannot add detail that was not in the original video.
A public profile does not mean every Reel is accessible to a downloader. Deleted, private, age limited, or login-only posts may fail. If you have permission to use a Reel but its link is restricted, ask the creator for the original file.
Facebook video downloader
Paste a link to one public Facebook video or Watch page. A link copied from the video is more useful than a link to a page, group, or news feed. Before downloading, confirm the title and preview so you know Onezot found the right clip.
Facebook may offer more than one video quality, or it may offer only one. Choose from the options Onezot finds for that post. If you want a smaller file for a phone, try a lower available quality. Audio and picture quality still come from the source video.
Videos inside private groups, friends-only posts, and clips that require an account are outside Onezot's public-link workflow. If the link does not open in a signed-out browser, request the video from its owner or use a save option provided by Facebook.
Pinterest video Pin downloader
Open one public video Pin and copy its pinterest.com/pin or pin.it link. Onezot checks the Pin for a video stream. A board link, search result, or image Pin will not provide a video file, even if the page contains moving previews elsewhere.
Video Pins may be tall or square. The downloaded file keeps the source video's shape, while the available file size and quality depend on the Pin. Some video Pins have no useful audio track, so audio choices may be unavailable.
If a short pin.it link leads to the wrong Pin, open it in your browser and copy the full Pin address. For moodboards, presentations, or offline reference, keep the creator's name and source link with any copy you are allowed to save.
Compare video quality and audio formats
| Choice | Maximum target | Output type | Useful for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | Up to 1080p | Video | Large screens or editing |
| 720p | Up to 720p | Video | Everyday viewing |
| 480p | Up to 480p | Video | Smaller files for mobile |
| Audio | Not applicable | MP3, M4A, or WAV | Listening or editing |
#FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Simple answers about supported links, file formats, and saving public media.
What is Onezot?
Onezot is an online video downloader for supported public links. Paste one link, check the available formats, and save a file in your browser.
Which websites does Onezot support?
Onezot checks individual public YouTube videos and Shorts, Instagram Reels, Facebook videos and Watch links, and Pinterest video Pins.
Can I download Instagram Reels?
Paste a direct link to one public Instagram Reel. If a usable video format is available, Onezot will show it. Private and deleted Reels do not work.
Can I download Facebook videos?
Paste a public Facebook video or Watch link. Available formats and quality depend on that video. Posts that need a login or group access do not work.
Can I download Pinterest videos?
Paste a public video Pin or pin.it link that opens one video. Image Pins, boards, private Pins, and removed Pins are not supported.
Can Onezot save YouTube audio as MP3?
For a supported public YouTube video or Short, Onezot may offer MP3, M4A, or WAV output when audio is available. Converting to a higher bitrate cannot improve the source audio.
Does Onezot work on mobile devices?
Yes. Use a modern browser on iPhone, iPad, Android, or a computer. Your browser controls where downloads are saved.
Do I need to install an app or browser extension?
No. Onezot runs in your browser. You do not need an account, app, or extension.
Why is my link not working?
Check that the link opens one public video. Private, deleted, age-restricted, region-restricted, and login-only posts may fail. Profiles, playlists, and boards are not single video links.
Which video quality should I choose?
Choose up to 1080p for a large screen, up to 720p for everyday use, or up to 480p for a smaller file. Actual quality depends on the source.
Does Onezot store the links I paste?
Onezot sends the link to its server to check available media formats. Do not paste private or confidential links, access tokens, or account-restricted URLs.
Can I use downloaded media in my own content?
A public link does not give you permission to republish a video. Use media you own, have permission to use, or may lawfully reuse, and follow the source platform's terms.
Use media responsibly
Download media you own, have permission to save, or may lawfully use. Follow copyright rules and each platform’s terms.
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