How to Download a YouTube Playlist to PC
Saving a playlist video by video is slow. VidRivo can take a YouTube playlist link and download the whole list in one go, in HD or as MP3. Here is how it works and what you need.
Copy the playlist link
A playlist link contains list= in the address, for example youtube.com/playlist?list=…. Open the playlist page and copy the URL from the address bar. If you copy a link to a single video inside a playlist, VidRivo downloads just that video.
Steps to download a YouTube playlist
- Copy the playlist URL. Open the playlist on YouTube and copy the link from the address bar.
- Paste it into VidRivo. Paste the link and add it to the queue. VidRivo shows a Playlist Detected prompt asking you to confirm that you want the entire list.
- Choose quality or MP3. Pick a quality, or Audio Only (MP3) to turn a music playlist into audio files.
- Download. Confirm and let the queue run. You can keep using your PC while it downloads.
Free vs Pro
Playlist and batch downloads are part of VidRivo Pro, which you can try free. The free tier downloads single YouTube and TikTok videos.
Tips for big playlists
- Choose a download folder with plenty of free space, especially for HD or 4K.
- Use a lower quality or MP3 for very long playlists to save time and storage.
- For single videos and quality options, see our YouTube download guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can VidRivo download a whole YouTube playlist?
Yes. Paste the playlist link, confirm the Playlist Detected prompt and VidRivo queues the videos. Playlist downloads are a Pro feature.
Can I download a playlist as MP3?
Yes. Choose Audio Only (MP3) before downloading and each video in the playlist is saved as an audio file.
Is playlist download free?
Playlist and batch downloads are part of VidRivo Pro, which has a free trial. Single YouTube and TikTok downloads are free.
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