How to download music from youtube to computer for free?

Downloading music from YouTube for free is a tricky situation.  Legally, it's a no-go.  YouTube creators put a lot of work into their music, and they deserve to get paid for it.  Downloading it without paying is like stealing, even if it's just a song.

My experience with trying to download music from YouTube?  It's usually a total pain.  You end up with a bunch of sketchy sites, or worse, files that are corrupted or have viruses attached.  Plus, you're basically relying on someone else to have already ripped the music, and they might not have done it properly.

Honestly, it's way easier and more satisfying to just use a legitimate music streaming service or buy the music.  You get better quality, you support the artists, and you don't have to worry about legal issues or bad files.  There are some sites that offer free music but it's often of questionable legality and quality.

So, instead of going down that rabbit hole, check out Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube Music Premium (if you can afford it).  You'll get a much better experience and avoid the hassle.  Or if you just want to listen to a song once, use the YouTube's built-in sharing and download features, which will often respect the rights of the artist.