How to Download Video from Website on Google Chrome

You must install an extension in Google Chrome in order to download videos from any website. The Chrome Web Store offers a secure download and installation option for this browser extension.

You must click on the tool icon next to the address bar on the website where the video you wish to download is located after installing the extension. The content is typically downloaded in mp4 or m3u8 formats.

Videos thumbnail downloaded via Google Chrome can be shared via messaging apps, social networks, and email. Likewise, videos saved on your PC can be played when you are offline.

Next, discover the step-by-step guide to downloading FB videos using chrome extensions.

1. Access the Chrome Web Store via Google Chrome

Open Google Chrome and go to the Chrome web store. In the browser extension store, you can find different tools.

2. Search for “4saved” in the Chrome Web Store

Click on the “Extensions and search themes” field in the top right corner of the page and type “4saved” (without quotes) to search for the extension to download videos from any website in Google Chrome.

Then, on the results screen, click on “4saved Video Downloader” to proceed.

3. Click “Use in Chrome” to install the extension

Click the “Use in Chrome” button on the right side of the 4saved page to install the extension in your browser. Choose “Add extension” from the pop-up window that shows at the top of the browser to continue.

4. Go to the website with the video you want to download

Go to the webpage you want to download videos from in Google Chrome. Then, play the video for the extension to recognize the media.

5. Use the extension to download videos in Google Chrome

Click on the 4saved extension, the black and yellow icon in the right corner of the address bar, to open the download options. Then, click on the down arrow icon to download the video using Google Chrome.

Important: Videos in mp4 format should download automatically, and the content will be saved in the “Downloads” folder. For other formats, you will need to proceed to the next step in the guide.

6. Click “Save” to download the video to your PC.

Videos in m3u8 format will be redirected to a new page. Wait for the bar to reach 100% and click the black “Save” button to download the media to your PC.

Can I download videos from YouTube or social media using Google Chrome?

Third-party websites like Keepvid.to and SaveFrom.net allow you to download YouTube videos and store them on your computer. An alternative is to use the app to save the videos for offline viewing after subscribing to YouTube Premium.

You can download videos from Instagram or other platforms using third-party services like Instagram Stories Viewer and SnapTwitter for social media. You can also download Reels from Instagram’s mobile app, but the videos will have a watermark and will not include licensed music.

Why can’t I use the extension to download videos on YouTube?

Chrome Web Store rules prevent Google Chrome extensions from downloading videos from YouTube, streaming services, and news sites. This is a measure to protect the copyright of content posted on these platforms.

Why can’t I send someone the video I downloaded in Google Chrome?

Videos downloaded through Google Chrome may be too large to send via email or messaging apps. The solution is to compress a video to reduce the file size and make it easier to send.