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Urieloul
Iron Contributor
Feb 28, 2025
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Can I download youtube music to computer as mp3?

Hi!

I want to download some music from YouTube Music to Windows PC, but as a newbie not quite sure of the right way to do it, I'm here to ask for advice.

[Updates on Mar 3] The problem was fixed and I had successfully downloaded dozens of youtube music and youtube videos as MP3 on my computer by following the tip suggested by ColtonBrown. 

My situation:

  • Using device: Windows 11 Professional (22H2)
  • Network environment: Home broadband (non-proxy access)
  • Target content: Specific tracks from a song list created by myself
  • Already have access: subscribed to YouTube Music Premium membership

Failed attempts:

  • Right-click on a webpage and “save as” only yields an .html file.
  • 403 error when using Chrome extension “XX Downloader”.
  • Installing the mobile app through Android emulator still fails to export the file.

Requirements:

  • Output format: MP3 or lossless format (FLAC/WAV)
  • Retain metadata (album art, artist information, etc.)

Are there any recommended way to help me download youtube music to computer? Thanks in advance for any tip and suggestion!

  • Nathanelp's avatar
    Nathanelp
    Iron Contributor
    Feb 28, 2025

    I mean, it’s super tempting to go for the first free downloader you find, but some of these can be sketchy. They might be loaded with malware or lead to unwanted ads. Not cool, right? Stick with trusted software when you download youtube music to computer. A popular option is 4K YouTube to MP3, which is quite reliable for grabbing audio from YouTube legally.

    After all that effort, you don’t want to realize that your downloaded track sounds like it was recorded with a potato. When you're downloading, always check the audio quality settings – better quality means a bigger file size, but hey, it’s worth it for clear sound.

    Tips & Tricks with Microsoft Tools:

    If you're using Windows, you can use File Explorer to create a dedicated folder for all your downloaded music. Just make a right-click and create a new folder named “YouTube Music" or something catchy.

    Windows Media Player can help you organize and play those tunes once they’re downloaded. You can even create playlists for when you’re vibing out.

    Additionally, if you're really into editing your music (like trimming or messing with the sound), check out Aud0city or Microsoft’s Video Editor (part of the Photos app) if you want to make any cool tweaks.

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    Treysil
    Iron Contributor
    Feb 28, 2025

    YouTube Music is a great service, and while it's super convenient for streaming, they don’t exactly make it easy to download music for offline listening unless you're using their premium service. But hey, there are ways to download YouTube music to computer, and I’ll share the best options without diving into any shady territory.

    1. YTtMP3.cc: If you’re looking for something browser-based, this is a simple website where you can paste the YouTube link, select MP3, and hit convert. Once it's done, you can download the music file right to your computer.

    2. Using V1C Media Player:
    Okay, this one might be surprising, but hear me out. V1C is an awesome media player that can also be used for ripping audio from online videos.

    • Open V1C and go to Media > Open Network Stream. Paste your YouTube link here.
    • After it starts playing, go to Media > Convert/Save.
    • Select where you want to save the file and make sure you choose MP3 as the output format. It’s a bit clunky, but it works!

    3. Microsoft Store Apps:
    About to download YouTube music to computer. If you want to stick to Microsoft products, check the Microsoft Store for audio downloader apps. Things like Free Video to MP3 Converter can sometimes be found in there, and they offer an easy way to snag music files while going through the cool Windows interface.

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