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In 2024, Top 3 Storytelling Techniques to Grow Your YouTube Channel
Top 3 Storytelling Techniques to Grow Your YouTube Channel
The Best Storytelling Techniques to Grow Your YouTube Channel
Richard Bennett
Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions
In the distracting world, we live in, you need to be a good storyteller to grow your YouTube channel. Your audience is not going to stick around to watch your whole video if your content isn’t enticing or relatable. If you want to get people to watch all your videos, you need to get them emotionally invested with your stories.
Here are 3 methods for creating an awesome story:
1. Create Suspense
The hero has an objective, but the plan might fail.
The likelihood of something going wrong is what makes a story suspenseful. When you tell a suspenseful story, your audience will have a heightened focus and a strong motivation to continue listening. They want to know if the hero succeeds. Keep the audience waiting and expecting. Don’t give away the ending right away.
What Does a Suspenseful Story Sound Like?
When we talk about a story that is dragging on, it is because there is no suspense. There is nothing at stake, there are no obstacles, there is no problem and, with no problem, there is no promise of resolution.
Here are a few examples you can use to pump more suspense into your story:
- Address a fear (example: being alone for the prom)
- An objective (example: asking the crush out to the dance)
- Consequences of failing (example: being embarrassed in front of the whole school)
- Limited time (example: prom is next week)
- Obstacles (example: the crush has an aggressive ex.)
You can feel your heart rate speeding up simply thinking about the character’s story in the example. Does it have a happy ending or not? We want to know!
Raise Questions After Questions
A good storyteller knows that as soon as they answer a question for their audience, they need to present another one. The audience will always need to have a puzzle in their mind, one that needs to be solved. That is what will keep their interest.
For example: If the hero ends up going to the prom with his crush, the next big question can be: Will they kiss at the last dance?
This continues building on the tension and increasing the stakes evermore.
Check out the suspenseful story from YouTuber, MissRemiAshten . The way she tells the story, we discover more and about her psycho neighbor and the incident gradually. A little bit of information about the neighbor is revealed at a time… not all at once.
Include a Cliffhanger
We’ve all had those moments at the end of an intense television show where we are shouting at the screen because it suddenly cut to black as the main characters were left in a precarious position. That emotional outburst is brought to us by a good cliffhanger, and a good cliffhanger can assure us that the audience will return for more.
But there needs to be more! A cliffhanger is a promise to the viewer that eventually they will be rewarded for their patience and it will be satisfying.
In this cliffhanger from Casey Neistat, he simply asks us a question, “Was that good?” This calls upon us to recall all the awesome YouTube videos we have seen created by filmmakers that aren’t considered “prestigious.” A cliffhanger does not have to end with an epic reveal; it can wrap up with loose ends and allow the audience to tie it up themselves.
How to Deliver a Good Cliffhanger
Applying good cliffhangers to your YouTube videos is a balancing act. You want to draw your audience in, but you also need to have a payoff that is worth the wait.
Done well, a cliffhanger will leave your audience wanting more. Done poorly, a cliffhanger will leave your audience feeling to mislead and a little ripped off, hesitant to listen to more stories from you.
A good cliffhanger does not have to be life or death, but it does have to be the moment the story has been leading up to.
Before you start telling your story, consider the key details that are most impactful.
Once you have the points you want to hit, plan out the reveal. Weave the story together, but withhold the pivotal details until the cliffhanger. Thendeliver it on camera confidently .
Here are two ways you can present your cliffhanger for amplified effect:
1. Slow Down and Have Pauses
As your story intensifies, bring the pace down — or stop completely. The silence becomes the cliffhanger. It can last a second or more, depending on how confident you are in the tension you have built.
Your next words or shots can be the reveal. If you are skilled enough, you can lead into another story one that connects to the previous. If you are trying this, make sure that in the end, the payoff has double the impact. The reveal needs to be twice as powerful if you are going to take the audience on another journey before wrapping up and answering the long-awaited questions.
2. Use Repetition
Whether you want to misdirect your audience or hammer home a point, using repetition throughout your story will help you build the tension you need to establish the cliffhanger.
In this example, we see YouTuber, A little bit of Monika uses both pace and repetition in her storytelling method.
The video starts off at a speedy pace, all the way until the last scene where the confrontation occurs. That’s her slowing down the story so that we are all anticipating the reveal. Is she or is she not actor, Saoirse Ronan?
Through this short video, the repetition of the name is used to show her confidence that her roommate is not who she said it is. The more affirming she becomes, the more likely we as the viewers are going to side with her. This is a simple example of misdirection.
The more you say something or show something, the more important it becomes for the audience — at least, you want it to appear important.
2. Use Empathy
A storyteller must be empathetic.
If your audience cannot empathize with what you are communicating, it would not have the intended effect. Storytelling is all about taking people out of their bodies and putting them in someone else’s.
If you are telling a story about the time your car broke down, you want people to empathize and feel the helplessness of being stuck on a highway, waving cars down to help.
Empathy makes people feel more human. Telling a story people can relate to, even if it didn’t happen to them, is a sign of a quality storyteller.
Don’t Use Too Many Facts and Figures
If you began your story by saying that 1/1,000 cars on the highway break down, that doesn’t evoke any major emotion. There is nothing human about it.
It’s an interesting stat, sure, but the audience is unsure how they should respond. Is that a lot? Is that because of the highway? Is it because of the drivers? Nobody knows… it’s numbered with no context.
However, if you told the story about that time you had to abandon your vehicle and walk down the highway in order to make your important appointment. Suddenly, the audience can empathize with the tribulations you have gone through.
Facts and figures are useful in reports, but not as much in compelling stories.
Evoke the Senses
If I talk about hot melting chocolate, standing in the rain, or the smell of your grandmother’s bedroom, your senses are activated. From all your life experiences, your brain is able to form familiar sensations without any physical changes to your surrounding. That’s the power of storytelling.
Good storytellers use these sensory details and descriptive imagery to spice up a story. This draws the audience in and gives them a more immersive experience when listening to your stories.
Ask yourself these questions:
- What does it smell like?
- What can you hear?
- What do you see?
- What can you physically feel?
This example from YouTuber, Kiril Dobrev perfectly exemplifies what sensory igniting storytelling can do. He illustrates the sensation of being in Hong Kong, not simply through visuals but physical motions and audio effects.
Use Metaphors
As a YouTube storyteller, sometimes you will have to communicate complex ideas. When that happens, use a metaphor to increase the impact.
If you are telling a story about how much you dislike your teacher, you can list off all the ways she is unlikable or you can sum it up with a line like this: “My teacher makes the school a prison.”
That is a metaphor comparing school to prison. Most people haven’t been to prison, but understand what the metaphor is insinuating. School is not a fun place to be because of that teacher.
By connecting two different things, you allow the audience to paint the image in their mind quickly. It doesn’t take a lot of words to create a memorable metaphor. I encourage you to use metaphors anytime you need to address something complicated.
3. Take the Audience on a Meaningful Journey
Perhaps the most important element of a good story is that the journey is meaningful.
- Is it educational?
- Is it entertaining?
- Is it motivational or inspiring?
Knowing how you want to leave your audience feeling is foresight that will improve your YouTube storytelling abilities. Before you start telling your tale, ask: How do I want to change my audience?
YouTuber, Jamie Windsor tells a few stories connected to creativity and plagiarism. Anyone who has ever created anything can relate to his story and thus his audience can empathize.
It is also clear as a viewer that at the end of this 15-minute long video, his audience will have gone on a meaningful journey with him.
His story is a cautionary tale. He wants to educate us so that we can avoid making the same mistakes he did. He used his real-life experience to teach us and that makes it a meaningful video to watch. That was a good story.
Are there any YouTubers that you consider to be fantastic storytellers? Please share it in the comments box below.
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Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
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Richard Bennett
Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions
In the distracting world, we live in, you need to be a good storyteller to grow your YouTube channel. Your audience is not going to stick around to watch your whole video if your content isn’t enticing or relatable. If you want to get people to watch all your videos, you need to get them emotionally invested with your stories.
Here are 3 methods for creating an awesome story:
1. Create Suspense
The hero has an objective, but the plan might fail.
The likelihood of something going wrong is what makes a story suspenseful. When you tell a suspenseful story, your audience will have a heightened focus and a strong motivation to continue listening. They want to know if the hero succeeds. Keep the audience waiting and expecting. Don’t give away the ending right away.
What Does a Suspenseful Story Sound Like?
When we talk about a story that is dragging on, it is because there is no suspense. There is nothing at stake, there are no obstacles, there is no problem and, with no problem, there is no promise of resolution.
Here are a few examples you can use to pump more suspense into your story:
- Address a fear (example: being alone for the prom)
- An objective (example: asking the crush out to the dance)
- Consequences of failing (example: being embarrassed in front of the whole school)
- Limited time (example: prom is next week)
- Obstacles (example: the crush has an aggressive ex.)
You can feel your heart rate speeding up simply thinking about the character’s story in the example. Does it have a happy ending or not? We want to know!
Raise Questions After Questions
A good storyteller knows that as soon as they answer a question for their audience, they need to present another one. The audience will always need to have a puzzle in their mind, one that needs to be solved. That is what will keep their interest.
For example: If the hero ends up going to the prom with his crush, the next big question can be: Will they kiss at the last dance?
This continues building on the tension and increasing the stakes evermore.
Check out the suspenseful story from YouTuber, MissRemiAshten . The way she tells the story, we discover more and about her psycho neighbor and the incident gradually. A little bit of information about the neighbor is revealed at a time… not all at once.
Include a Cliffhanger
We’ve all had those moments at the end of an intense television show where we are shouting at the screen because it suddenly cut to black as the main characters were left in a precarious position. That emotional outburst is brought to us by a good cliffhanger, and a good cliffhanger can assure us that the audience will return for more.
But there needs to be more! A cliffhanger is a promise to the viewer that eventually they will be rewarded for their patience and it will be satisfying.
In this cliffhanger from Casey Neistat, he simply asks us a question, “Was that good?” This calls upon us to recall all the awesome YouTube videos we have seen created by filmmakers that aren’t considered “prestigious.” A cliffhanger does not have to end with an epic reveal; it can wrap up with loose ends and allow the audience to tie it up themselves.
How to Deliver a Good Cliffhanger
Applying good cliffhangers to your YouTube videos is a balancing act. You want to draw your audience in, but you also need to have a payoff that is worth the wait.
Done well, a cliffhanger will leave your audience wanting more. Done poorly, a cliffhanger will leave your audience feeling to mislead and a little ripped off, hesitant to listen to more stories from you.
A good cliffhanger does not have to be life or death, but it does have to be the moment the story has been leading up to.
Before you start telling your story, consider the key details that are most impactful.
Once you have the points you want to hit, plan out the reveal. Weave the story together, but withhold the pivotal details until the cliffhanger. Thendeliver it on camera confidently .
Here are two ways you can present your cliffhanger for amplified effect:
1. Slow Down and Have Pauses
As your story intensifies, bring the pace down — or stop completely. The silence becomes the cliffhanger. It can last a second or more, depending on how confident you are in the tension you have built.
Your next words or shots can be the reveal. If you are skilled enough, you can lead into another story one that connects to the previous. If you are trying this, make sure that in the end, the payoff has double the impact. The reveal needs to be twice as powerful if you are going to take the audience on another journey before wrapping up and answering the long-awaited questions.
2. Use Repetition
Whether you want to misdirect your audience or hammer home a point, using repetition throughout your story will help you build the tension you need to establish the cliffhanger.
In this example, we see YouTuber, A little bit of Monika uses both pace and repetition in her storytelling method.
The video starts off at a speedy pace, all the way until the last scene where the confrontation occurs. That’s her slowing down the story so that we are all anticipating the reveal. Is she or is she not actor, Saoirse Ronan?
Through this short video, the repetition of the name is used to show her confidence that her roommate is not who she said it is. The more affirming she becomes, the more likely we as the viewers are going to side with her. This is a simple example of misdirection.
The more you say something or show something, the more important it becomes for the audience — at least, you want it to appear important.
2. Use Empathy
A storyteller must be empathetic.
If your audience cannot empathize with what you are communicating, it would not have the intended effect. Storytelling is all about taking people out of their bodies and putting them in someone else’s.
If you are telling a story about the time your car broke down, you want people to empathize and feel the helplessness of being stuck on a highway, waving cars down to help.
Empathy makes people feel more human. Telling a story people can relate to, even if it didn’t happen to them, is a sign of a quality storyteller.
Don’t Use Too Many Facts and Figures
If you began your story by saying that 1/1,000 cars on the highway break down, that doesn’t evoke any major emotion. There is nothing human about it.
It’s an interesting stat, sure, but the audience is unsure how they should respond. Is that a lot? Is that because of the highway? Is it because of the drivers? Nobody knows… it’s numbered with no context.
However, if you told the story about that time you had to abandon your vehicle and walk down the highway in order to make your important appointment. Suddenly, the audience can empathize with the tribulations you have gone through.
Facts and figures are useful in reports, but not as much in compelling stories.
Evoke the Senses
If I talk about hot melting chocolate, standing in the rain, or the smell of your grandmother’s bedroom, your senses are activated. From all your life experiences, your brain is able to form familiar sensations without any physical changes to your surrounding. That’s the power of storytelling.
Good storytellers use these sensory details and descriptive imagery to spice up a story. This draws the audience in and gives them a more immersive experience when listening to your stories.
Ask yourself these questions:
- What does it smell like?
- What can you hear?
- What do you see?
- What can you physically feel?
This example from YouTuber, Kiril Dobrev perfectly exemplifies what sensory igniting storytelling can do. He illustrates the sensation of being in Hong Kong, not simply through visuals but physical motions and audio effects.
Use Metaphors
As a YouTube storyteller, sometimes you will have to communicate complex ideas. When that happens, use a metaphor to increase the impact.
If you are telling a story about how much you dislike your teacher, you can list off all the ways she is unlikable or you can sum it up with a line like this: “My teacher makes the school a prison.”
That is a metaphor comparing school to prison. Most people haven’t been to prison, but understand what the metaphor is insinuating. School is not a fun place to be because of that teacher.
By connecting two different things, you allow the audience to paint the image in their mind quickly. It doesn’t take a lot of words to create a memorable metaphor. I encourage you to use metaphors anytime you need to address something complicated.
3. Take the Audience on a Meaningful Journey
Perhaps the most important element of a good story is that the journey is meaningful.
- Is it educational?
- Is it entertaining?
- Is it motivational or inspiring?
Knowing how you want to leave your audience feeling is foresight that will improve your YouTube storytelling abilities. Before you start telling your tale, ask: How do I want to change my audience?
YouTuber, Jamie Windsor tells a few stories connected to creativity and plagiarism. Anyone who has ever created anything can relate to his story and thus his audience can empathize.
It is also clear as a viewer that at the end of this 15-minute long video, his audience will have gone on a meaningful journey with him.
His story is a cautionary tale. He wants to educate us so that we can avoid making the same mistakes he did. He used his real-life experience to teach us and that makes it a meaningful video to watch. That was a good story.
Are there any YouTubers that you consider to be fantastic storytellers? Please share it in the comments box below.
Select a Versatile Video Editing Software to Stand Up from Numerous YouTubers
Users worldwide highly recommend Filmora because it comes loaded with various features, which helps to discover the editing skills, add an image to the imagination, and empower creativity.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions
In the distracting world, we live in, you need to be a good storyteller to grow your YouTube channel. Your audience is not going to stick around to watch your whole video if your content isn’t enticing or relatable. If you want to get people to watch all your videos, you need to get them emotionally invested with your stories.
Here are 3 methods for creating an awesome story:
1. Create Suspense
The hero has an objective, but the plan might fail.
The likelihood of something going wrong is what makes a story suspenseful. When you tell a suspenseful story, your audience will have a heightened focus and a strong motivation to continue listening. They want to know if the hero succeeds. Keep the audience waiting and expecting. Don’t give away the ending right away.
What Does a Suspenseful Story Sound Like?
When we talk about a story that is dragging on, it is because there is no suspense. There is nothing at stake, there are no obstacles, there is no problem and, with no problem, there is no promise of resolution.
Here are a few examples you can use to pump more suspense into your story:
- Address a fear (example: being alone for the prom)
- An objective (example: asking the crush out to the dance)
- Consequences of failing (example: being embarrassed in front of the whole school)
- Limited time (example: prom is next week)
- Obstacles (example: the crush has an aggressive ex.)
You can feel your heart rate speeding up simply thinking about the character’s story in the example. Does it have a happy ending or not? We want to know!
Raise Questions After Questions
A good storyteller knows that as soon as they answer a question for their audience, they need to present another one. The audience will always need to have a puzzle in their mind, one that needs to be solved. That is what will keep their interest.
For example: If the hero ends up going to the prom with his crush, the next big question can be: Will they kiss at the last dance?
This continues building on the tension and increasing the stakes evermore.
Check out the suspenseful story from YouTuber, MissRemiAshten . The way she tells the story, we discover more and about her psycho neighbor and the incident gradually. A little bit of information about the neighbor is revealed at a time… not all at once.
Include a Cliffhanger
We’ve all had those moments at the end of an intense television show where we are shouting at the screen because it suddenly cut to black as the main characters were left in a precarious position. That emotional outburst is brought to us by a good cliffhanger, and a good cliffhanger can assure us that the audience will return for more.
But there needs to be more! A cliffhanger is a promise to the viewer that eventually they will be rewarded for their patience and it will be satisfying.
In this cliffhanger from Casey Neistat, he simply asks us a question, “Was that good?” This calls upon us to recall all the awesome YouTube videos we have seen created by filmmakers that aren’t considered “prestigious.” A cliffhanger does not have to end with an epic reveal; it can wrap up with loose ends and allow the audience to tie it up themselves.
How to Deliver a Good Cliffhanger
Applying good cliffhangers to your YouTube videos is a balancing act. You want to draw your audience in, but you also need to have a payoff that is worth the wait.
Done well, a cliffhanger will leave your audience wanting more. Done poorly, a cliffhanger will leave your audience feeling to mislead and a little ripped off, hesitant to listen to more stories from you.
A good cliffhanger does not have to be life or death, but it does have to be the moment the story has been leading up to.
Before you start telling your story, consider the key details that are most impactful.
Once you have the points you want to hit, plan out the reveal. Weave the story together, but withhold the pivotal details until the cliffhanger. Thendeliver it on camera confidently .
Here are two ways you can present your cliffhanger for amplified effect:
1. Slow Down and Have Pauses
As your story intensifies, bring the pace down — or stop completely. The silence becomes the cliffhanger. It can last a second or more, depending on how confident you are in the tension you have built.
Your next words or shots can be the reveal. If you are skilled enough, you can lead into another story one that connects to the previous. If you are trying this, make sure that in the end, the payoff has double the impact. The reveal needs to be twice as powerful if you are going to take the audience on another journey before wrapping up and answering the long-awaited questions.
2. Use Repetition
Whether you want to misdirect your audience or hammer home a point, using repetition throughout your story will help you build the tension you need to establish the cliffhanger.
In this example, we see YouTuber, A little bit of Monika uses both pace and repetition in her storytelling method.
The video starts off at a speedy pace, all the way until the last scene where the confrontation occurs. That’s her slowing down the story so that we are all anticipating the reveal. Is she or is she not actor, Saoirse Ronan?
Through this short video, the repetition of the name is used to show her confidence that her roommate is not who she said it is. The more affirming she becomes, the more likely we as the viewers are going to side with her. This is a simple example of misdirection.
The more you say something or show something, the more important it becomes for the audience — at least, you want it to appear important.
2. Use Empathy
A storyteller must be empathetic.
If your audience cannot empathize with what you are communicating, it would not have the intended effect. Storytelling is all about taking people out of their bodies and putting them in someone else’s.
If you are telling a story about the time your car broke down, you want people to empathize and feel the helplessness of being stuck on a highway, waving cars down to help.
Empathy makes people feel more human. Telling a story people can relate to, even if it didn’t happen to them, is a sign of a quality storyteller.
Don’t Use Too Many Facts and Figures
If you began your story by saying that 1/1,000 cars on the highway break down, that doesn’t evoke any major emotion. There is nothing human about it.
It’s an interesting stat, sure, but the audience is unsure how they should respond. Is that a lot? Is that because of the highway? Is it because of the drivers? Nobody knows… it’s numbered with no context.
However, if you told the story about that time you had to abandon your vehicle and walk down the highway in order to make your important appointment. Suddenly, the audience can empathize with the tribulations you have gone through.
Facts and figures are useful in reports, but not as much in compelling stories.
Evoke the Senses
If I talk about hot melting chocolate, standing in the rain, or the smell of your grandmother’s bedroom, your senses are activated. From all your life experiences, your brain is able to form familiar sensations without any physical changes to your surrounding. That’s the power of storytelling.
Good storytellers use these sensory details and descriptive imagery to spice up a story. This draws the audience in and gives them a more immersive experience when listening to your stories.
Ask yourself these questions:
- What does it smell like?
- What can you hear?
- What do you see?
- What can you physically feel?
This example from YouTuber, Kiril Dobrev perfectly exemplifies what sensory igniting storytelling can do. He illustrates the sensation of being in Hong Kong, not simply through visuals but physical motions and audio effects.
Use Metaphors
As a YouTube storyteller, sometimes you will have to communicate complex ideas. When that happens, use a metaphor to increase the impact.
If you are telling a story about how much you dislike your teacher, you can list off all the ways she is unlikable or you can sum it up with a line like this: “My teacher makes the school a prison.”
That is a metaphor comparing school to prison. Most people haven’t been to prison, but understand what the metaphor is insinuating. School is not a fun place to be because of that teacher.
By connecting two different things, you allow the audience to paint the image in their mind quickly. It doesn’t take a lot of words to create a memorable metaphor. I encourage you to use metaphors anytime you need to address something complicated.
3. Take the Audience on a Meaningful Journey
Perhaps the most important element of a good story is that the journey is meaningful.
- Is it educational?
- Is it entertaining?
- Is it motivational or inspiring?
Knowing how you want to leave your audience feeling is foresight that will improve your YouTube storytelling abilities. Before you start telling your tale, ask: How do I want to change my audience?
YouTuber, Jamie Windsor tells a few stories connected to creativity and plagiarism. Anyone who has ever created anything can relate to his story and thus his audience can empathize.
It is also clear as a viewer that at the end of this 15-minute long video, his audience will have gone on a meaningful journey with him.
His story is a cautionary tale. He wants to educate us so that we can avoid making the same mistakes he did. He used his real-life experience to teach us and that makes it a meaningful video to watch. That was a good story.
Are there any YouTubers that you consider to be fantastic storytellers? Please share it in the comments box below.
Select a Versatile Video Editing Software to Stand Up from Numerous YouTubers
Users worldwide highly recommend Filmora because it comes loaded with various features, which helps to discover the editing skills, add an image to the imagination, and empower creativity.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions
In the distracting world, we live in, you need to be a good storyteller to grow your YouTube channel. Your audience is not going to stick around to watch your whole video if your content isn’t enticing or relatable. If you want to get people to watch all your videos, you need to get them emotionally invested with your stories.
Here are 3 methods for creating an awesome story:
1. Create Suspense
The hero has an objective, but the plan might fail.
The likelihood of something going wrong is what makes a story suspenseful. When you tell a suspenseful story, your audience will have a heightened focus and a strong motivation to continue listening. They want to know if the hero succeeds. Keep the audience waiting and expecting. Don’t give away the ending right away.
What Does a Suspenseful Story Sound Like?
When we talk about a story that is dragging on, it is because there is no suspense. There is nothing at stake, there are no obstacles, there is no problem and, with no problem, there is no promise of resolution.
Here are a few examples you can use to pump more suspense into your story:
- Address a fear (example: being alone for the prom)
- An objective (example: asking the crush out to the dance)
- Consequences of failing (example: being embarrassed in front of the whole school)
- Limited time (example: prom is next week)
- Obstacles (example: the crush has an aggressive ex.)
You can feel your heart rate speeding up simply thinking about the character’s story in the example. Does it have a happy ending or not? We want to know!
Raise Questions After Questions
A good storyteller knows that as soon as they answer a question for their audience, they need to present another one. The audience will always need to have a puzzle in their mind, one that needs to be solved. That is what will keep their interest.
For example: If the hero ends up going to the prom with his crush, the next big question can be: Will they kiss at the last dance?
This continues building on the tension and increasing the stakes evermore.
Check out the suspenseful story from YouTuber, MissRemiAshten . The way she tells the story, we discover more and about her psycho neighbor and the incident gradually. A little bit of information about the neighbor is revealed at a time… not all at once.
Include a Cliffhanger
We’ve all had those moments at the end of an intense television show where we are shouting at the screen because it suddenly cut to black as the main characters were left in a precarious position. That emotional outburst is brought to us by a good cliffhanger, and a good cliffhanger can assure us that the audience will return for more.
But there needs to be more! A cliffhanger is a promise to the viewer that eventually they will be rewarded for their patience and it will be satisfying.
In this cliffhanger from Casey Neistat, he simply asks us a question, “Was that good?” This calls upon us to recall all the awesome YouTube videos we have seen created by filmmakers that aren’t considered “prestigious.” A cliffhanger does not have to end with an epic reveal; it can wrap up with loose ends and allow the audience to tie it up themselves.
How to Deliver a Good Cliffhanger
Applying good cliffhangers to your YouTube videos is a balancing act. You want to draw your audience in, but you also need to have a payoff that is worth the wait.
Done well, a cliffhanger will leave your audience wanting more. Done poorly, a cliffhanger will leave your audience feeling to mislead and a little ripped off, hesitant to listen to more stories from you.
A good cliffhanger does not have to be life or death, but it does have to be the moment the story has been leading up to.
Before you start telling your story, consider the key details that are most impactful.
Once you have the points you want to hit, plan out the reveal. Weave the story together, but withhold the pivotal details until the cliffhanger. Thendeliver it on camera confidently .
Here are two ways you can present your cliffhanger for amplified effect:
1. Slow Down and Have Pauses
As your story intensifies, bring the pace down — or stop completely. The silence becomes the cliffhanger. It can last a second or more, depending on how confident you are in the tension you have built.
Your next words or shots can be the reveal. If you are skilled enough, you can lead into another story one that connects to the previous. If you are trying this, make sure that in the end, the payoff has double the impact. The reveal needs to be twice as powerful if you are going to take the audience on another journey before wrapping up and answering the long-awaited questions.
2. Use Repetition
Whether you want to misdirect your audience or hammer home a point, using repetition throughout your story will help you build the tension you need to establish the cliffhanger.
In this example, we see YouTuber, A little bit of Monika uses both pace and repetition in her storytelling method.
The video starts off at a speedy pace, all the way until the last scene where the confrontation occurs. That’s her slowing down the story so that we are all anticipating the reveal. Is she or is she not actor, Saoirse Ronan?
Through this short video, the repetition of the name is used to show her confidence that her roommate is not who she said it is. The more affirming she becomes, the more likely we as the viewers are going to side with her. This is a simple example of misdirection.
The more you say something or show something, the more important it becomes for the audience — at least, you want it to appear important.
2. Use Empathy
A storyteller must be empathetic.
If your audience cannot empathize with what you are communicating, it would not have the intended effect. Storytelling is all about taking people out of their bodies and putting them in someone else’s.
If you are telling a story about the time your car broke down, you want people to empathize and feel the helplessness of being stuck on a highway, waving cars down to help.
Empathy makes people feel more human. Telling a story people can relate to, even if it didn’t happen to them, is a sign of a quality storyteller.
Don’t Use Too Many Facts and Figures
If you began your story by saying that 1/1,000 cars on the highway break down, that doesn’t evoke any major emotion. There is nothing human about it.
It’s an interesting stat, sure, but the audience is unsure how they should respond. Is that a lot? Is that because of the highway? Is it because of the drivers? Nobody knows… it’s numbered with no context.
However, if you told the story about that time you had to abandon your vehicle and walk down the highway in order to make your important appointment. Suddenly, the audience can empathize with the tribulations you have gone through.
Facts and figures are useful in reports, but not as much in compelling stories.
Evoke the Senses
If I talk about hot melting chocolate, standing in the rain, or the smell of your grandmother’s bedroom, your senses are activated. From all your life experiences, your brain is able to form familiar sensations without any physical changes to your surrounding. That’s the power of storytelling.
Good storytellers use these sensory details and descriptive imagery to spice up a story. This draws the audience in and gives them a more immersive experience when listening to your stories.
Ask yourself these questions:
- What does it smell like?
- What can you hear?
- What do you see?
- What can you physically feel?
This example from YouTuber, Kiril Dobrev perfectly exemplifies what sensory igniting storytelling can do. He illustrates the sensation of being in Hong Kong, not simply through visuals but physical motions and audio effects.
Use Metaphors
As a YouTube storyteller, sometimes you will have to communicate complex ideas. When that happens, use a metaphor to increase the impact.
If you are telling a story about how much you dislike your teacher, you can list off all the ways she is unlikable or you can sum it up with a line like this: “My teacher makes the school a prison.”
That is a metaphor comparing school to prison. Most people haven’t been to prison, but understand what the metaphor is insinuating. School is not a fun place to be because of that teacher.
By connecting two different things, you allow the audience to paint the image in their mind quickly. It doesn’t take a lot of words to create a memorable metaphor. I encourage you to use metaphors anytime you need to address something complicated.
3. Take the Audience on a Meaningful Journey
Perhaps the most important element of a good story is that the journey is meaningful.
- Is it educational?
- Is it entertaining?
- Is it motivational or inspiring?
Knowing how you want to leave your audience feeling is foresight that will improve your YouTube storytelling abilities. Before you start telling your tale, ask: How do I want to change my audience?
YouTuber, Jamie Windsor tells a few stories connected to creativity and plagiarism. Anyone who has ever created anything can relate to his story and thus his audience can empathize.
It is also clear as a viewer that at the end of this 15-minute long video, his audience will have gone on a meaningful journey with him.
His story is a cautionary tale. He wants to educate us so that we can avoid making the same mistakes he did. He used his real-life experience to teach us and that makes it a meaningful video to watch. That was a good story.
Are there any YouTubers that you consider to be fantastic storytellers? Please share it in the comments box below.
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Top 10 YouTube Rippers for Media Conversion
11 FREE YouTube Video Rippers to Download YouTube Videos
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Have you ever wanted to download a video from YouTube website but could not find any built-in option? Well, we have all been there. Whether you want to edit, use, share or watch a YouTube video offline, there could be many reasons why you want to download a YouTube video.
Nowadays, there are many YouTube video downloaders available online. These downloaders help you save and share YouTube videos from your YouTube channel that you’ve posted for a while. If you are looking for a YouTube video ripper you are in the right place because today, we will introduce top 11 YouTube video downloaders.
11 Free YouTube Video Rippers You Can Try
With multiple online video downloaders available today it can be hard to find the right one. So, to ease your pain we have listed down the best YouTube video rippers out there. Here are the top 11 YouTube video rippers you should try for offline and online use.
| 1 - Filmora YouTube Ripper | 2 - Savefrom.net | 3 - YT1s.com |
|---|---|---|
| 4 - Ytb.com | 5 - Ytmp3.cc | 6 - Keepvid |
| 7 - Ddownr.com | 8 - Ripdownloader.com | 9 - 9convert.com |
| 10 - Savethevideo.com | 11 - Catchvideo.net |
Note: We resolutely oppose all forms of copyright-infringing downloads. This tutorial is only for downloading YouTube videos/audio materials from your own channel.
1. Filmora YouTube Ripper [Offline]
Filmora offers a way to record screens on desktop and mobile. You can easily record the YouTube video of your channel and extract the video for saving.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
Step 1: Launch Filmora Screen Recorder, go to ‘File’ > ‘Record Media’ > ‘Record PC Screen’ to start YouTube video recording.
Step 2: Select the area of the screen and click on the button to start screen recording.
Step 3: Now, you can export the YouTube video directly or re-edit with this YouTube video editor.
Here are some of the main features you can use to edit YouTube videos with Filmora.
- Edit video in more intelligence way with AI tools - AI copywriting, AI image, ChatGPT script generating, etc…
- Offers a wide range of video editing tools effects and features
- Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- Supports high-quality video formats such as HD and ultra 4K HD
- Cross-platform accessibility to compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone
All these features should convince you why you should use Wondershare Filmora to create, edit and share videos. Whether you want to make home videos, vlogs, vines, podcasts, reels or tutorials, Wondershare can do it all. It is the top choice for all YouTubers, Instagrammers, videographers and anyone who wants to create and edit high quality videos very quickly and easily.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
2. Savefrom.net [Online]
Savefrom.net is a YouTube video ripper that offers YouTube video download within a few simple steps. It allows you to download unlimited videos in multiple formats such as MP3 MP4 HD full HD and SQ quality. The best thing about this YouTube video downloader is that it is free to use and also works for other social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and tik Tok. To use this to simply download its extension on Google Chrome.
3. YT1s.com
This is software that offers a quick and easy system to rip YouTube video. It is also compatible with Facebook and supports multiple file formats. YouTube downloader and converter works in 3 simple steps and allows you to download any video you want. Plus, it is absolutely free and cloud-based so everything happens online. The developers promise a safe and secure experience.
Try Filmora to Download YouTube Video and Edit for Free!
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper helps to extract YouTube video in high quality with the outstanding built-in screen record function, it also is an expert in creating and editing videos for all YouTubers. Adding the most trendy visual effects and popular emojis to re-edit and polish your video. Then you can upload to YouTube directly and gain more views!
Download and Edit YouTube Videos Download and Edit YouTube Videos Learn More >
4. Ytb.com [Online]
YTB is a high-quality video downloader that downloads videos without any issues. It also converts YouTube video into different file formats such as MP3 and MP4. Whether your video is an hour long or just 5 minutes, YTB takes only a few minutes to download and convert the video. It is a superfast downloader that can be used to download videos of any length and quality including HD and Ultra 4K HD.
5. Ytmp3.cc [Online]
You can download YouTube videos using YTmp3. Basically, it has a YouTube downloader that will convert YouTube video into mp3 and mp4 format for free. It works on all devices including tablets, mobile phones, and desktops. Moreover, video is always downloaded in the highest quality. It supports lengthy videos of up to 90 minutes. All you have to do is copy the URL and paste it into the search bar, and then click “convert”. After conversion, simply download the video.
6. Keepvid [Online]
Keepvid is one of the most popular YouTube video downloaders. It has many amazing features and supports download from multiple platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Vimeo, etc. It also works as a conversion tool and saves your video in mp3 or mp4 format. It can also download subtitles. Its built-in browser is great and easy to use. So, use this online tool if you want to rip YouTube videos for free. You can also use the premium version for additional features but the paid version is a little towards the higher side.
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper & Editor
Extract YouTube Video and Edit Video with AI
Rip video from YouTube with Filmora’s built-in screen recorder function. Edit YouTube videos with the latest AI tools to enhance your creative vision. Make your idea into reality.
Rip YouTube Videos Rip YouTube Videos Learn More >
7. Ddownr.com [Online]
This is another YouTube video ripper that you can use for free. However, unlike other names on this list, Ddownr automatically blocks all copyrighted videos and prevents them from downloading. This is to maintain and ensure 100% legitimacy to avoid any copyright issues. You can download videos in both mp3 and mp4 format. All in all, it is a great video downloader that offers a clean and user-friendly interface.
8. Ripdownloader.com [Online]
Rip Downloader is an online free YouTube video downloader and converter. This versatile video downloading tool is for everyone who wants to download YouTube videos without any trouble. It allows you to download videos from 10,000 other websites as well. It is 100% free and safe. Plus, it is compatible with all devices including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. Another great thing about this YouTube downloader is that it supports all file formats and high video qualities. For quick access, you can download Google chrome extension.
9. 9convert.com [Online]
9Convert is a top-rated YouTube video ripper. It is free to use and offers unlimited downloads. You can save any video from YouTube. It offers a simple process where all you have to do is copy/paste the video URL and that’s it! It supports high video qualities and multiple file formats. It is especially designed for YouTube videos only so you cannot download videos from other platforms. It is also simple to use and 100% so no subscription or sign up required!
10. Savethevideo.com [Online]
Savethevideo.com is one of the most reputed online YouTube video downloaders and converters. You can download videos from other platforms including Dailymotion, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and more. It supports HD and Ultra HD video qualities. Moreover, you can convert video into multiple formats including mp3, mp4 and WAV. It also allows you to cut, convert and merge video files. If you want a quick access, you can install its extension and add to home screen. Like all the tools on this list, Savethevideo.com is also free to use.
11. Catchvideo.net [Online]
Catchvideo.net is an online YouTube video ripper. It offers extensions, Android share app and YouTube video joiner. Just copy past the YouTube video link and download the video. The whole process only takes a few minutes. Moreover, you can download the video in audio (mp3) and video (mp4) format. It has a simple interface and can be used by anyone. A very useful feature of this video ripper is that you can also upload and convert your own videos. So, if you want a tool to convert your personal and online videos, this is the one!
Is It Illegal to Rip a YouTube Video?
YouTube does not specifically state that it is illegal to download YouTube video as YouTube app itself has a download option on most videos. According to Google’s terms of service, it is unethical to rip a YouTube video to generate money. It can be downloaded for personal use though.
However, it is generally considered ethical and illegal to copy content without the permission of the copyright owner. Thus, downloading movies, TV shows and other copyrighted content from YouTube is illegal. So, if you download a YouTube video to stream it on another platform then it will be considered illegal and the copyright owner can hold you accountable – especially a copyrighted video.
Download YouTube Video from Your Own Channel
Filmora YouTube Video Extracter aims to download and save the YouTube Video that you have uploaded on the YouTube channel for a while and couldn’t find the original video file. Give you the option to rip YouTube videos with the original quality.
Download YouTube Videos Download YouTube Videos Learn More >
Conclusion
There are various reasons why people download YouTube videos. If you want to download YouTube videos too but don’t know how, try one of the YouTube video rippers mentioned in this article. They are all free, easy, and reliable.
You can also edit the downloaded videos with Wondershare Filmora. It is the best video editor offering multiple tools, effects and features to satisfy your creative needs. Whether you are a beginner or pro, you will simply love using this software. So, what are you waiting for? Get Wondershare Filmora and start your creative journey today!
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Have you ever wanted to download a video from YouTube website but could not find any built-in option? Well, we have all been there. Whether you want to edit, use, share or watch a YouTube video offline, there could be many reasons why you want to download a YouTube video.
Nowadays, there are many YouTube video downloaders available online. These downloaders help you save and share YouTube videos from your YouTube channel that you’ve posted for a while. If you are looking for a YouTube video ripper you are in the right place because today, we will introduce top 11 YouTube video downloaders.
11 Free YouTube Video Rippers You Can Try
With multiple online video downloaders available today it can be hard to find the right one. So, to ease your pain we have listed down the best YouTube video rippers out there. Here are the top 11 YouTube video rippers you should try for offline and online use.
| 1 - Filmora YouTube Ripper | 2 - Savefrom.net | 3 - YT1s.com |
|---|---|---|
| 4 - Ytb.com | 5 - Ytmp3.cc | 6 - Keepvid |
| 7 - Ddownr.com | 8 - Ripdownloader.com | 9 - 9convert.com |
| 10 - Savethevideo.com | 11 - Catchvideo.net |
Note: We resolutely oppose all forms of copyright-infringing downloads. This tutorial is only for downloading YouTube videos/audio materials from your own channel.
1. Filmora YouTube Ripper [Offline]
Filmora offers a way to record screens on desktop and mobile. You can easily record the YouTube video of your channel and extract the video for saving.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
Step 1: Launch Filmora Screen Recorder, go to ‘File’ > ‘Record Media’ > ‘Record PC Screen’ to start YouTube video recording.
Step 2: Select the area of the screen and click on the button to start screen recording.
Step 3: Now, you can export the YouTube video directly or re-edit with this YouTube video editor.
Here are some of the main features you can use to edit YouTube videos with Filmora.
- Edit video in more intelligence way with AI tools - AI copywriting, AI image, ChatGPT script generating, etc…
- Offers a wide range of video editing tools effects and features
- Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- Supports high-quality video formats such as HD and ultra 4K HD
- Cross-platform accessibility to compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone
All these features should convince you why you should use Wondershare Filmora to create, edit and share videos. Whether you want to make home videos, vlogs, vines, podcasts, reels or tutorials, Wondershare can do it all. It is the top choice for all YouTubers, Instagrammers, videographers and anyone who wants to create and edit high quality videos very quickly and easily.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
2. Savefrom.net [Online]
Savefrom.net is a YouTube video ripper that offers YouTube video download within a few simple steps. It allows you to download unlimited videos in multiple formats such as MP3 MP4 HD full HD and SQ quality. The best thing about this YouTube video downloader is that it is free to use and also works for other social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and tik Tok. To use this to simply download its extension on Google Chrome.
3. YT1s.com
This is software that offers a quick and easy system to rip YouTube video. It is also compatible with Facebook and supports multiple file formats. YouTube downloader and converter works in 3 simple steps and allows you to download any video you want. Plus, it is absolutely free and cloud-based so everything happens online. The developers promise a safe and secure experience.
Try Filmora to Download YouTube Video and Edit for Free!
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper helps to extract YouTube video in high quality with the outstanding built-in screen record function, it also is an expert in creating and editing videos for all YouTubers. Adding the most trendy visual effects and popular emojis to re-edit and polish your video. Then you can upload to YouTube directly and gain more views!
Download and Edit YouTube Videos Download and Edit YouTube Videos Learn More >
4. Ytb.com [Online]
YTB is a high-quality video downloader that downloads videos without any issues. It also converts YouTube video into different file formats such as MP3 and MP4. Whether your video is an hour long or just 5 minutes, YTB takes only a few minutes to download and convert the video. It is a superfast downloader that can be used to download videos of any length and quality including HD and Ultra 4K HD.
5. Ytmp3.cc [Online]
You can download YouTube videos using YTmp3. Basically, it has a YouTube downloader that will convert YouTube video into mp3 and mp4 format for free. It works on all devices including tablets, mobile phones, and desktops. Moreover, video is always downloaded in the highest quality. It supports lengthy videos of up to 90 minutes. All you have to do is copy the URL and paste it into the search bar, and then click “convert”. After conversion, simply download the video.
6. Keepvid [Online]
Keepvid is one of the most popular YouTube video downloaders. It has many amazing features and supports download from multiple platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Vimeo, etc. It also works as a conversion tool and saves your video in mp3 or mp4 format. It can also download subtitles. Its built-in browser is great and easy to use. So, use this online tool if you want to rip YouTube videos for free. You can also use the premium version for additional features but the paid version is a little towards the higher side.
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper & Editor
Extract YouTube Video and Edit Video with AI
Rip video from YouTube with Filmora’s built-in screen recorder function. Edit YouTube videos with the latest AI tools to enhance your creative vision. Make your idea into reality.
Rip YouTube Videos Rip YouTube Videos Learn More >
7. Ddownr.com [Online]
This is another YouTube video ripper that you can use for free. However, unlike other names on this list, Ddownr automatically blocks all copyrighted videos and prevents them from downloading. This is to maintain and ensure 100% legitimacy to avoid any copyright issues. You can download videos in both mp3 and mp4 format. All in all, it is a great video downloader that offers a clean and user-friendly interface.
8. Ripdownloader.com [Online]
Rip Downloader is an online free YouTube video downloader and converter. This versatile video downloading tool is for everyone who wants to download YouTube videos without any trouble. It allows you to download videos from 10,000 other websites as well. It is 100% free and safe. Plus, it is compatible with all devices including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. Another great thing about this YouTube downloader is that it supports all file formats and high video qualities. For quick access, you can download Google chrome extension.
9. 9convert.com [Online]
9Convert is a top-rated YouTube video ripper. It is free to use and offers unlimited downloads. You can save any video from YouTube. It offers a simple process where all you have to do is copy/paste the video URL and that’s it! It supports high video qualities and multiple file formats. It is especially designed for YouTube videos only so you cannot download videos from other platforms. It is also simple to use and 100% so no subscription or sign up required!
10. Savethevideo.com [Online]
Savethevideo.com is one of the most reputed online YouTube video downloaders and converters. You can download videos from other platforms including Dailymotion, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and more. It supports HD and Ultra HD video qualities. Moreover, you can convert video into multiple formats including mp3, mp4 and WAV. It also allows you to cut, convert and merge video files. If you want a quick access, you can install its extension and add to home screen. Like all the tools on this list, Savethevideo.com is also free to use.
11. Catchvideo.net [Online]
Catchvideo.net is an online YouTube video ripper. It offers extensions, Android share app and YouTube video joiner. Just copy past the YouTube video link and download the video. The whole process only takes a few minutes. Moreover, you can download the video in audio (mp3) and video (mp4) format. It has a simple interface and can be used by anyone. A very useful feature of this video ripper is that you can also upload and convert your own videos. So, if you want a tool to convert your personal and online videos, this is the one!
Is It Illegal to Rip a YouTube Video?
YouTube does not specifically state that it is illegal to download YouTube video as YouTube app itself has a download option on most videos. According to Google’s terms of service, it is unethical to rip a YouTube video to generate money. It can be downloaded for personal use though.
However, it is generally considered ethical and illegal to copy content without the permission of the copyright owner. Thus, downloading movies, TV shows and other copyrighted content from YouTube is illegal. So, if you download a YouTube video to stream it on another platform then it will be considered illegal and the copyright owner can hold you accountable – especially a copyrighted video.
Download YouTube Video from Your Own Channel
Filmora YouTube Video Extracter aims to download and save the YouTube Video that you have uploaded on the YouTube channel for a while and couldn’t find the original video file. Give you the option to rip YouTube videos with the original quality.
Download YouTube Videos Download YouTube Videos Learn More >
Conclusion
There are various reasons why people download YouTube videos. If you want to download YouTube videos too but don’t know how, try one of the YouTube video rippers mentioned in this article. They are all free, easy, and reliable.
You can also edit the downloaded videos with Wondershare Filmora. It is the best video editor offering multiple tools, effects and features to satisfy your creative needs. Whether you are a beginner or pro, you will simply love using this software. So, what are you waiting for? Get Wondershare Filmora and start your creative journey today!
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Have you ever wanted to download a video from YouTube website but could not find any built-in option? Well, we have all been there. Whether you want to edit, use, share or watch a YouTube video offline, there could be many reasons why you want to download a YouTube video.
Nowadays, there are many YouTube video downloaders available online. These downloaders help you save and share YouTube videos from your YouTube channel that you’ve posted for a while. If you are looking for a YouTube video ripper you are in the right place because today, we will introduce top 11 YouTube video downloaders.
11 Free YouTube Video Rippers You Can Try
With multiple online video downloaders available today it can be hard to find the right one. So, to ease your pain we have listed down the best YouTube video rippers out there. Here are the top 11 YouTube video rippers you should try for offline and online use.
| 1 - Filmora YouTube Ripper | 2 - Savefrom.net | 3 - YT1s.com |
|---|---|---|
| 4 - Ytb.com | 5 - Ytmp3.cc | 6 - Keepvid |
| 7 - Ddownr.com | 8 - Ripdownloader.com | 9 - 9convert.com |
| 10 - Savethevideo.com | 11 - Catchvideo.net |
Note: We resolutely oppose all forms of copyright-infringing downloads. This tutorial is only for downloading YouTube videos/audio materials from your own channel.
1. Filmora YouTube Ripper [Offline]
Filmora offers a way to record screens on desktop and mobile. You can easily record the YouTube video of your channel and extract the video for saving.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
Step 1: Launch Filmora Screen Recorder, go to ‘File’ > ‘Record Media’ > ‘Record PC Screen’ to start YouTube video recording.
Step 2: Select the area of the screen and click on the button to start screen recording.
Step 3: Now, you can export the YouTube video directly or re-edit with this YouTube video editor.
Here are some of the main features you can use to edit YouTube videos with Filmora.
- Edit video in more intelligence way with AI tools - AI copywriting, AI image, ChatGPT script generating, etc…
- Offers a wide range of video editing tools effects and features
- Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- Supports high-quality video formats such as HD and ultra 4K HD
- Cross-platform accessibility to compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone
All these features should convince you why you should use Wondershare Filmora to create, edit and share videos. Whether you want to make home videos, vlogs, vines, podcasts, reels or tutorials, Wondershare can do it all. It is the top choice for all YouTubers, Instagrammers, videographers and anyone who wants to create and edit high quality videos very quickly and easily.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
Secure Download
For macOS 10.14 or later
Secure Download
2. Savefrom.net [Online]
Savefrom.net is a YouTube video ripper that offers YouTube video download within a few simple steps. It allows you to download unlimited videos in multiple formats such as MP3 MP4 HD full HD and SQ quality. The best thing about this YouTube video downloader is that it is free to use and also works for other social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and tik Tok. To use this to simply download its extension on Google Chrome.
3. YT1s.com
This is software that offers a quick and easy system to rip YouTube video. It is also compatible with Facebook and supports multiple file formats. YouTube downloader and converter works in 3 simple steps and allows you to download any video you want. Plus, it is absolutely free and cloud-based so everything happens online. The developers promise a safe and secure experience.
Try Filmora to Download YouTube Video and Edit for Free!
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper helps to extract YouTube video in high quality with the outstanding built-in screen record function, it also is an expert in creating and editing videos for all YouTubers. Adding the most trendy visual effects and popular emojis to re-edit and polish your video. Then you can upload to YouTube directly and gain more views!
Download and Edit YouTube Videos Download and Edit YouTube Videos Learn More >
4. Ytb.com [Online]
YTB is a high-quality video downloader that downloads videos without any issues. It also converts YouTube video into different file formats such as MP3 and MP4. Whether your video is an hour long or just 5 minutes, YTB takes only a few minutes to download and convert the video. It is a superfast downloader that can be used to download videos of any length and quality including HD and Ultra 4K HD.
5. Ytmp3.cc [Online]
You can download YouTube videos using YTmp3. Basically, it has a YouTube downloader that will convert YouTube video into mp3 and mp4 format for free. It works on all devices including tablets, mobile phones, and desktops. Moreover, video is always downloaded in the highest quality. It supports lengthy videos of up to 90 minutes. All you have to do is copy the URL and paste it into the search bar, and then click “convert”. After conversion, simply download the video.
6. Keepvid [Online]
Keepvid is one of the most popular YouTube video downloaders. It has many amazing features and supports download from multiple platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Vimeo, etc. It also works as a conversion tool and saves your video in mp3 or mp4 format. It can also download subtitles. Its built-in browser is great and easy to use. So, use this online tool if you want to rip YouTube videos for free. You can also use the premium version for additional features but the paid version is a little towards the higher side.
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper & Editor
Extract YouTube Video and Edit Video with AI
Rip video from YouTube with Filmora’s built-in screen recorder function. Edit YouTube videos with the latest AI tools to enhance your creative vision. Make your idea into reality.
Rip YouTube Videos Rip YouTube Videos Learn More >
7. Ddownr.com [Online]
This is another YouTube video ripper that you can use for free. However, unlike other names on this list, Ddownr automatically blocks all copyrighted videos and prevents them from downloading. This is to maintain and ensure 100% legitimacy to avoid any copyright issues. You can download videos in both mp3 and mp4 format. All in all, it is a great video downloader that offers a clean and user-friendly interface.
8. Ripdownloader.com [Online]
Rip Downloader is an online free YouTube video downloader and converter. This versatile video downloading tool is for everyone who wants to download YouTube videos without any trouble. It allows you to download videos from 10,000 other websites as well. It is 100% free and safe. Plus, it is compatible with all devices including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. Another great thing about this YouTube downloader is that it supports all file formats and high video qualities. For quick access, you can download Google chrome extension.
9. 9convert.com [Online]
9Convert is a top-rated YouTube video ripper. It is free to use and offers unlimited downloads. You can save any video from YouTube. It offers a simple process where all you have to do is copy/paste the video URL and that’s it! It supports high video qualities and multiple file formats. It is especially designed for YouTube videos only so you cannot download videos from other platforms. It is also simple to use and 100% so no subscription or sign up required!
10. Savethevideo.com [Online]
Savethevideo.com is one of the most reputed online YouTube video downloaders and converters. You can download videos from other platforms including Dailymotion, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and more. It supports HD and Ultra HD video qualities. Moreover, you can convert video into multiple formats including mp3, mp4 and WAV. It also allows you to cut, convert and merge video files. If you want a quick access, you can install its extension and add to home screen. Like all the tools on this list, Savethevideo.com is also free to use.
11. Catchvideo.net [Online]
Catchvideo.net is an online YouTube video ripper. It offers extensions, Android share app and YouTube video joiner. Just copy past the YouTube video link and download the video. The whole process only takes a few minutes. Moreover, you can download the video in audio (mp3) and video (mp4) format. It has a simple interface and can be used by anyone. A very useful feature of this video ripper is that you can also upload and convert your own videos. So, if you want a tool to convert your personal and online videos, this is the one!
Is It Illegal to Rip a YouTube Video?
YouTube does not specifically state that it is illegal to download YouTube video as YouTube app itself has a download option on most videos. According to Google’s terms of service, it is unethical to rip a YouTube video to generate money. It can be downloaded for personal use though.
However, it is generally considered ethical and illegal to copy content without the permission of the copyright owner. Thus, downloading movies, TV shows and other copyrighted content from YouTube is illegal. So, if you download a YouTube video to stream it on another platform then it will be considered illegal and the copyright owner can hold you accountable – especially a copyrighted video.
Download YouTube Video from Your Own Channel
Filmora YouTube Video Extracter aims to download and save the YouTube Video that you have uploaded on the YouTube channel for a while and couldn’t find the original video file. Give you the option to rip YouTube videos with the original quality.
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Conclusion
There are various reasons why people download YouTube videos. If you want to download YouTube videos too but don’t know how, try one of the YouTube video rippers mentioned in this article. They are all free, easy, and reliable.
You can also edit the downloaded videos with Wondershare Filmora. It is the best video editor offering multiple tools, effects and features to satisfy your creative needs. Whether you are a beginner or pro, you will simply love using this software. So, what are you waiting for? Get Wondershare Filmora and start your creative journey today!
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Have you ever wanted to download a video from YouTube website but could not find any built-in option? Well, we have all been there. Whether you want to edit, use, share or watch a YouTube video offline, there could be many reasons why you want to download a YouTube video.
Nowadays, there are many YouTube video downloaders available online. These downloaders help you save and share YouTube videos from your YouTube channel that you’ve posted for a while. If you are looking for a YouTube video ripper you are in the right place because today, we will introduce top 11 YouTube video downloaders.
11 Free YouTube Video Rippers You Can Try
With multiple online video downloaders available today it can be hard to find the right one. So, to ease your pain we have listed down the best YouTube video rippers out there. Here are the top 11 YouTube video rippers you should try for offline and online use.
| 1 - Filmora YouTube Ripper | 2 - Savefrom.net | 3 - YT1s.com |
|---|---|---|
| 4 - Ytb.com | 5 - Ytmp3.cc | 6 - Keepvid |
| 7 - Ddownr.com | 8 - Ripdownloader.com | 9 - 9convert.com |
| 10 - Savethevideo.com | 11 - Catchvideo.net |
Note: We resolutely oppose all forms of copyright-infringing downloads. This tutorial is only for downloading YouTube videos/audio materials from your own channel.
1. Filmora YouTube Ripper [Offline]
Filmora offers a way to record screens on desktop and mobile. You can easily record the YouTube video of your channel and extract the video for saving.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
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For macOS 10.14 or later
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Step 1: Launch Filmora Screen Recorder, go to ‘File’ > ‘Record Media’ > ‘Record PC Screen’ to start YouTube video recording.
Step 2: Select the area of the screen and click on the button to start screen recording.
Step 3: Now, you can export the YouTube video directly or re-edit with this YouTube video editor.
Here are some of the main features you can use to edit YouTube videos with Filmora.
- Edit video in more intelligence way with AI tools - AI copywriting, AI image, ChatGPT script generating, etc…
- Offers a wide range of video editing tools effects and features
- Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- Supports high-quality video formats such as HD and ultra 4K HD
- Cross-platform accessibility to compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone
All these features should convince you why you should use Wondershare Filmora to create, edit and share videos. Whether you want to make home videos, vlogs, vines, podcasts, reels or tutorials, Wondershare can do it all. It is the top choice for all YouTubers, Instagrammers, videographers and anyone who wants to create and edit high quality videos very quickly and easily.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
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For macOS 10.14 or later
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2. Savefrom.net [Online]
Savefrom.net is a YouTube video ripper that offers YouTube video download within a few simple steps. It allows you to download unlimited videos in multiple formats such as MP3 MP4 HD full HD and SQ quality. The best thing about this YouTube video downloader is that it is free to use and also works for other social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and tik Tok. To use this to simply download its extension on Google Chrome.
3. YT1s.com
This is software that offers a quick and easy system to rip YouTube video. It is also compatible with Facebook and supports multiple file formats. YouTube downloader and converter works in 3 simple steps and allows you to download any video you want. Plus, it is absolutely free and cloud-based so everything happens online. The developers promise a safe and secure experience.
Try Filmora to Download YouTube Video and Edit for Free!
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper helps to extract YouTube video in high quality with the outstanding built-in screen record function, it also is an expert in creating and editing videos for all YouTubers. Adding the most trendy visual effects and popular emojis to re-edit and polish your video. Then you can upload to YouTube directly and gain more views!
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4. Ytb.com [Online]
YTB is a high-quality video downloader that downloads videos without any issues. It also converts YouTube video into different file formats such as MP3 and MP4. Whether your video is an hour long or just 5 minutes, YTB takes only a few minutes to download and convert the video. It is a superfast downloader that can be used to download videos of any length and quality including HD and Ultra 4K HD.
5. Ytmp3.cc [Online]
You can download YouTube videos using YTmp3. Basically, it has a YouTube downloader that will convert YouTube video into mp3 and mp4 format for free. It works on all devices including tablets, mobile phones, and desktops. Moreover, video is always downloaded in the highest quality. It supports lengthy videos of up to 90 minutes. All you have to do is copy the URL and paste it into the search bar, and then click “convert”. After conversion, simply download the video.
6. Keepvid [Online]
Keepvid is one of the most popular YouTube video downloaders. It has many amazing features and supports download from multiple platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Vimeo, etc. It also works as a conversion tool and saves your video in mp3 or mp4 format. It can also download subtitles. Its built-in browser is great and easy to use. So, use this online tool if you want to rip YouTube videos for free. You can also use the premium version for additional features but the paid version is a little towards the higher side.
Filmora YouTube Video Ripper & Editor
Extract YouTube Video and Edit Video with AI
Rip video from YouTube with Filmora’s built-in screen recorder function. Edit YouTube videos with the latest AI tools to enhance your creative vision. Make your idea into reality.
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7. Ddownr.com [Online]
This is another YouTube video ripper that you can use for free. However, unlike other names on this list, Ddownr automatically blocks all copyrighted videos and prevents them from downloading. This is to maintain and ensure 100% legitimacy to avoid any copyright issues. You can download videos in both mp3 and mp4 format. All in all, it is a great video downloader that offers a clean and user-friendly interface.
8. Ripdownloader.com [Online]
Rip Downloader is an online free YouTube video downloader and converter. This versatile video downloading tool is for everyone who wants to download YouTube videos without any trouble. It allows you to download videos from 10,000 other websites as well. It is 100% free and safe. Plus, it is compatible with all devices including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. Another great thing about this YouTube downloader is that it supports all file formats and high video qualities. For quick access, you can download Google chrome extension.
9. 9convert.com [Online]
9Convert is a top-rated YouTube video ripper. It is free to use and offers unlimited downloads. You can save any video from YouTube. It offers a simple process where all you have to do is copy/paste the video URL and that’s it! It supports high video qualities and multiple file formats. It is especially designed for YouTube videos only so you cannot download videos from other platforms. It is also simple to use and 100% so no subscription or sign up required!
10. Savethevideo.com [Online]
Savethevideo.com is one of the most reputed online YouTube video downloaders and converters. You can download videos from other platforms including Dailymotion, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and more. It supports HD and Ultra HD video qualities. Moreover, you can convert video into multiple formats including mp3, mp4 and WAV. It also allows you to cut, convert and merge video files. If you want a quick access, you can install its extension and add to home screen. Like all the tools on this list, Savethevideo.com is also free to use.
11. Catchvideo.net [Online]
Catchvideo.net is an online YouTube video ripper. It offers extensions, Android share app and YouTube video joiner. Just copy past the YouTube video link and download the video. The whole process only takes a few minutes. Moreover, you can download the video in audio (mp3) and video (mp4) format. It has a simple interface and can be used by anyone. A very useful feature of this video ripper is that you can also upload and convert your own videos. So, if you want a tool to convert your personal and online videos, this is the one!
Is It Illegal to Rip a YouTube Video?
YouTube does not specifically state that it is illegal to download YouTube video as YouTube app itself has a download option on most videos. According to Google’s terms of service, it is unethical to rip a YouTube video to generate money. It can be downloaded for personal use though.
However, it is generally considered ethical and illegal to copy content without the permission of the copyright owner. Thus, downloading movies, TV shows and other copyrighted content from YouTube is illegal. So, if you download a YouTube video to stream it on another platform then it will be considered illegal and the copyright owner can hold you accountable – especially a copyrighted video.
Download YouTube Video from Your Own Channel
Filmora YouTube Video Extracter aims to download and save the YouTube Video that you have uploaded on the YouTube channel for a while and couldn’t find the original video file. Give you the option to rip YouTube videos with the original quality.
Download YouTube Videos Download YouTube Videos Learn More >
Conclusion
There are various reasons why people download YouTube videos. If you want to download YouTube videos too but don’t know how, try one of the YouTube video rippers mentioned in this article. They are all free, easy, and reliable.
You can also edit the downloaded videos with Wondershare Filmora. It is the best video editor offering multiple tools, effects and features to satisfy your creative needs. Whether you are a beginner or pro, you will simply love using this software. So, what are you waiting for? Get Wondershare Filmora and start your creative journey today!
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
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