Online Security: Keeping Your Data Safe While Downloading

The internet is full of "free converters" that are actually fronts for malware and phishing schemes. Protecting your device while fetching media is paramount.

Identifying Red Flags

If a site asks you to download a "launcher," install a browser extension, or provide your social media login—close the tab immediately. Reliable tools like VideoDownloader only require the link to the public content.

The Browser Sandbox

Using purely web-based tools is generally safer because they operate within the browser's sandbox, meaning they can't access your local files without explicit permission. Stay safe, stay anonymous.