Download part of a YouTube video

Download Part of a YouTube Video Online

Save only the minutes you need. Set a start and end time and download that specific part of any YouTube video as MP4 or MP3 — no full download, no editing software.

Free to start · MP4, MP3, AAC & WAV · Last updated October 2026

Why use VidKart

Cut to the exact second

Type start and end timestamps or drag the timeline — no guessing.

Download only what you need

Skip the full video. Save time, mobile data and storage.

Ready in about a minute

Clips are processed on our servers, not on your phone or laptop.

Works on any device

Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac — in the browser, nothing to install.

How to download a specific part of a YouTube video

  1. 1Copy the link of the YouTube video you want to cut.
  2. 2Paste the link into VidKart and press Cut video — the video loads in the editor.
  3. 3Set the start and end time with the timeline or by typing exact timestamps.
  4. 4Choose MP4 video or MP3, AAC or WAV audio, then download — or share a clip link.

Download formats: video and audio

Video

MP4 (720p free, 1080p/4K on paid plans) — Plays everywhere — phones, WhatsApp, Instagram, editing apps.

Audio

MP3 320 kbps — High-quality audio for music, podcasts and ringtones.

AAC 128 kbps — Small files with clear sound, ideal for phones and Apple devices.

WAV (lossless) — Uncompressed audio for editing, DJ sets and production.

Full download vs. VidKart clip

Full video download

Download a 1-hour video (often 500 MB–2 GB), open an editor, find the moment, export again. Slow, heavy on data, and clutters your storage.

VidKart clip

Pick the 30 seconds you need and download just that — usually a few MB, ready in about a minute, no editing app needed.

VidKart vs. other YouTube tools

FeatureVidKartFull-video downloadersDesktop editors
Download only the selected partYesNoAfter download
Exact start/end timestampsYesNoYes
No software to installYesVariesNo
Works on mobile browserYesVariesNo
Video (MP4) and audio (MP3, AAC, WAV)YesVariesYes
Shareable clip linkYesNoNo

Popular use cases

YouTube Shorts & Instagram Reels

Cut a 15–60 second moment from a long video and repost it vertically.

Podcast clips

Pull the best quote from an episode as MP4 or MP3 for social media.

Gaming highlights

Save the winning play from a long stream without downloading hours of footage.

Lectures & tutorials

Keep just the explanation you need for revision or class notes.

Business presentations

Drop a short, focused clip into slides or a team chat.

Music & ringtones

Trim a song section and save it as MP3 320 kbps or WAV.

Sports moments

Clip a goal, wicket or match point to share with friends.

Language learning

Loop and save short dialogues to practise listening and speaking.

Download a specific part, not the whole video

Most downloaders save the entire video. VidKart lets you choose the exact time range first, so the file you get contains only the part you asked for.

Using timestamps

Type timestamps like 10:05 to 11:20 for exact results, or drag the handles on the timeline. You can preview the selection before downloading.

Good for lectures, podcasts and long streams

Long videos are where partial downloads save the most: grab one explanation from a 2-hour class or one answer from a podcast in seconds.

Frequently asked questions

Can I download just part of a YouTube video?

Yes. Set the start and end time in VidKart and download only that range as MP4 or audio.

Can I download a part of a long YouTube video?

Yes. Even multi-hour videos work — only your chosen section is processed and downloaded.

Is VidKart free?

Yes. Cutting and sharing YouTube clips is free, and the free plan includes a monthly number of 720p downloads. Paid plans add 1080p/4K and higher limits.

Do I need to install any software?

No. VidKart works fully online in your browser. An optional Chrome extension adds a 'Clip with VidKart' button on YouTube.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. Paste a link and cut YouTube videos on Android or iPhone in Chrome or Safari.

Can I download only the audio?

Yes. Download the trimmed section as MP3 320 kbps, AAC 128 kbps or lossless WAV.

Does trimming reduce quality?

No. The clip is cut from the source at the quality you pick; only the length changes.

What happens to my files?

Processed clips are kept briefly so you can download them and are then deleted automatically from our servers.

Is it legal to download YouTube clips?

Only download sections of videos you own or have permission to use. Otherwise share a timestamped clip link, which plays through YouTube's official player.

About VidKart Clips

VidKart Clips is an independent online video clipping tool built at vidkart.online. Processed files are deleted from our servers automatically shortly after download. Read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Not affiliated with YouTube or Google.

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