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Austinas1990
Copper Contributor
Jul 28, 2026

Download youtube clips on my Windows 11 laptop?

 I often come across short YouTube clips (under 60 seconds) that I want to save offline for editing and meme purposes. I'm on Windows 11 and would prefer something lightweight and safe. Is it possib...
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Josefaou
Brass Contributor
Jul 28, 2026

Gimme Video is a browser extension designed to download YouTube clips and videos from over 1000 other websites. It claims to be fast, lightweight, and free, with no sign-up required and support for multiple quality options, including HD and audio-only downloads.

The concept is simple: you visit a video page, click the extension icon, and it automatically detects the URL, letting you choose your preferred quality to download YouTube clips with one click. It is available for both Firefox and Chrome browsers.

While the extension's description is positive, there are some important user reports to consider. The main point of caution is reliability and transparency:

  • Several users report that the extension stops working after a short period, or downloads fail frequently.
  • Another user notes that to download videos in 1080p quality or higher, you are required to donate.

 

Gimme Video seems to be a free and user-friendly way to download YouTube clips, and the "free" claim might have hidden limitations for higher-quality downloads. The extension's creator presents it as a cleaner alternative to ad-ridden download sites, but user feedback suggests its real-world performance can be mixed.