Vimeo Video Downloader
Download Vimeo videos in HD quality, directly to your device.
Vimeo downloader
Download Vimeo videos online, free
LoveConverts' Vimeo Video Downloader saves supported Vimeo videos as MP4 files directly to your device. Paste a Vimeo URL, choose an available quality, and download the video from your browser — no account required.
The basics
What is a Vimeo video downloader?
A Vimeo Video Downloader converts a Vimeo video's URL into an MP4 file you can save locally, rather than only streaming it through Vimeo's own player. Vimeo doesn't offer a built-in way to save most videos directly to your device, so a separate tool handles that step for content you're allowed to download.
LoveConverts' Vimeo Video Downloader works from the video's link: you copy the URL, paste it into the tool, and it retrieves the video tied to that link, then prepares an MP4 at the quality you choose.
The workflow runs entirely in your browser, without any software to install. No account is required at any point in this process, and the same steps apply regardless of which supported Vimeo URL format you're pasting in.
How to use it
How to download a Vimeo video
- 1Find the Vimeo video you want to save and copy its URL directly from your browser's address bar.
- 2Paste the URL into the field above.
- 3Click Get Download Link. LoveConverts identifies the video and prepares it for download.
- 4Select your preferred quality from the available options.
- 5Click Download MP4 to save the video to your device.
Quality
Vimeo video quality and file size
What quality options are available for Vimeo video downloads? Best Available, 720p, 480p and 360p.
Best Available retrieves the highest quality version of that specific video that's accessible for download. This produces the sharpest visual result among the options, along with the largest file size.
Resolution and file size move together: a higher-resolution download carries more visual detail, which means more data to store — and therefore a larger file. A video downloaded at 720p will be noticeably smaller than the same video at Best Available, and 360p smaller still. Which one makes sense depends on what you're prioritising — sharper detail for viewing on a larger screen, or a smaller file for limited storage or a slower, metered connection.
Not every Vimeo video is guaranteed to be available at all four quality levels. Available resolution depends on how the video was originally uploaded to Vimeo — Best Available reflects whatever quality that specific video actually offers, rather than a fixed standard across every download.
Links
Supported Vimeo URL formats
LoveConverts recognizes three types of Vimeo links, each representing a different way you might encounter a video on the platform:
https://vimeo.com/123456789A standard Vimeo video URL, the most common link format, pointing directly to the video's page.
https://player.vimeo.com/video/123456789A player URL, typically generated when a Vimeo video is embedded on another website rather than viewed on vimeo.com directly.
https://vimeo.com/channels/XXXXXXXXXX/123456789A channel URL, used when a video is viewed within the context of a specific Vimeo channel.
All three formats point to an underlying video, just accessed through different paths — a standalone page, an embedded player, or a channel listing. The downloader accepts any of the three, so it doesn't matter which context you found the video in, as long as you copy the complete URL.
Any device
Download Vimeo videos on mobile and desktop
On mobile, open the Vimeo video in your phone's browser (Android or iPhone both work the same way), copy its URL, switch to LoveConverts' Vimeo Video Downloader, and paste the link into the input field. From there, click Get Download Link, select a quality option, and download the MP4.
On desktop, the process is identical: copy the video's URL from your browser's address bar on Windows or Mac, paste it into LoveConverts, and follow the same steps to generate and download the file.
Because the tool is browser-based rather than app-based, there's no separate application to install on any of these platforms — you're using the same webpage regardless of device.
Troubleshooting
Why a Vimeo video link may not work
A few things commonly cause a Vimeo link to fail.
The URL is incorrect or incomplete
A partial link, or one that's been altered, may not contain the information the downloader needs.
The video isn't publicly accessible
Private videos, password-protected videos, or videos with restricted access settings won't resolve to a downloadable file.
The source video is unavailable
A video that's been removed or made private on Vimeo can't be retrieved, even if the old link still exists somewhere.
A temporary processing issue occurred
Re-copying the URL directly from Vimeo and pasting it again sometimes resolves this. Copying the URL fresh — rather than reusing an old or manually edited version — is the most reliable fix.
No app
Can you download Vimeo videos without an app?
Yes. LoveConverts' Vimeo Video Downloader is entirely browser-based — there's no separate downloader application to install on your phone or computer. You paste a URL into this page and download the result directly, the same way you'd use any other website.
Permitted use
Personal use, copyright and Vimeo terms
LoveConverts' Vimeo Video Downloader is intended for personal use, limited to content you own or have the rights to download — the same notice appears above the downloader on this page, alongside a link to the full Terms of Service.
Downloading a video doesn't transfer ownership or copyright to the person downloading it. The creator or rights holder retains those rights regardless of whether a copy has been saved elsewhere. Vimeo's own Terms govern how content on the platform can be used, separately from copyright law itself, and many creators upload work to Vimeo specifically expecting it to be viewed there rather than redistributed. If you're downloading a video that isn't yours, it's worth confirming you have permission or rights to do so before saving or reusing it.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is a Vimeo Video Downloader?
It's a tool that converts a Vimeo video's URL into a downloadable MP4 file, letting you save the video to your device instead of only streaming it through Vimeo.
How do I download a Vimeo video?
Copy the video's URL, paste it into the field above, click Get Download Link, select a quality option, then click Download MP4.
Can I download Vimeo videos as MP4?
Yes, all downloads through this tool are saved in MP4 format.
What Vimeo URLs are supported?
Standard vimeo.com/ video links, player.vimeo.com embedded player links, and vimeo.com/channels/ channel links.
Can I download Vimeo videos in HD?
Selecting Best Available retrieves the highest quality version accessible for that specific video, which can include HD depending on how the video was originally uploaded.
What quality options are available?
Best Available, 720p, 480p and 360p.
Can I download Vimeo videos on mobile?
Yes, copy the video's URL in your mobile browser and paste it into the downloader the same way you would on desktop.
Does the Vimeo Video Downloader require an app?
No, it works entirely in your browser.
Do I need to sign up?
No, there's no account or signup required.
Why isn't my Vimeo URL working?
Usually because the link is incomplete, the video is private or password-protected, or the source video is no longer accessible. Copying the URL fresh from Vimeo typically resolves it.
Can I download private Vimeo videos?
No, the downloader only works with videos that are publicly accessible through a standard Vimeo link.
Can I download embedded Vimeo videos?
Yes, if the video is embedded using a player.vimeo.com link, that URL format is supported the same as a standard Vimeo link.
What is the difference between 720p, 480p and 360p?
Each is a progressively lower resolution, meaning less visual detail and a smaller file size as you move from 720p down to 360p. Best Available sits above all three, retrieving the highest quality the source video provides.
Does downloading a Vimeo video affect its original quality?
No, downloading doesn't alter the video hosted on Vimeo. The quality you select determines the resolution of the file you download, not the original source video itself.
Is it legal to download Vimeo videos?
It depends on the video and your rights to it. Downloading your own content, or content you have explicit permission to download, is appropriate. Downloading and reusing someone else's video without permission can conflict with copyright law and Vimeo's Terms, so this tool is intended for personal use of content you own or have rights to.
Something not covered? There are more answers on the FAQ page, or you can contact support.
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