TwitterDown (twitterdown.com) is a free, web-based tool designed to download videos from public Twitter/X posts and save them as MP4 files. No app installation, no account registration, and no login are required—just paste a link and download. The platform claims to have processed over 1 million videos with an average download time of under 5 seconds. It is important to note that TwitterDown only works with public posts. Private accounts, direct messages, deleted posts, and access-restricted videos cannot be accessed.
How to Use TwitterDown (Step By Step)?
Using TwitterDown takes just three simple steps:
Step 1: Copy the Post Link Open the public Twitter/X post containing the video you want to save. Tap the Share button and select "Copy link" (or copy the URL from your browser is address bar).
Step 2: Paste and Process Go to twitterdown.com and paste the copied URL into the input box. Click the download/process button. The tool will parse the link and fetch the available video files within seconds.
Step 3: Choose Quality and Download Review the available quality options (smaller files or HD when available). Select the version that fits your needs—HD is best for archiving or editing, while smaller files are great for quick sharing. Click download, and the MP4 file will save to your device. If it opens in a new tab instead, right-click and select “Save video as.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is TwitterDown free to use?
Yes. The web downloader is completely free for single public links. There is also a paid API for developers who need batch processing or automation.
Q: Can I download private videos?
No. TwitterDown only processes public posts. Private accounts, DMs, and restricted videos are not supported.
Q: Do I need a Twitter account?
No. You only need the public post URL.
Q: What format are the downloads?
TwitterDown focuses on MP4, which is widely supported across iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, and media players.
Q: Is it legal?
Downloading public content for personal use is generally tolerated, but the video belongs to its creator. Re-uploading or monetizing someone else is video without permission violates copyright law. Always respect creator rights.
Q: Is there a download limit?
The free web tool is built for single-link downloads. For bulk or automated downloads, TwitterDown offers API plans starting from a free tier with 10 credits.