How to Download YouTube Videos Offline on Xiaomi Phone
The only officially supported way to download YouTube videos on Xiaomi (or any Android phone) is YouTube Premium. Here's how it works and how to manage offline storage.
Method 1 – YouTube Premium (Official, Legal)
YouTube Premium is a paid subscription that unlocks offline downloads:
Setup:
1. Subscribe to YouTube Premium (youtube.com/premium or in-app).
2. Open YouTube app on Xiaomi → find a video.
3. Tap the Download button (↓ arrow below the video).
4. Select quality: 144p / 360p / 720p / 1080p.
5. Download completes and video is stored offline.
Access downloads:
- YouTube app → Library → Downloads.
Key features:
- Downloads expire after 30 days if not connected to internet (once every 30 days to refresh).
- Download up to 500 videos at a time.
Method 2 – YouTube Music Offline (Music Only)
If you only need music:
1. YouTube Music Premium (included with YouTube Premium) → find album or playlist.
2. Tap the Download icon → available offline.
Managing YouTube Download Storage on Xiaomi
- YouTube → Library → Downloads → Settings icon.
- Download location: Internal or SD card.
- Download quality: Set default to 360p for storage savings, or 720p for quality viewing.
- Tap a downloaded video → Delete download to free space.
Storage Guide
| Quality | Approximate Size per Hour |
|---|---|
| 144p | ~60 MB |
| 360p | ~300 MB |
| 720p | ~750 MB |
| 1080p | ~1.5 GB |
Legal Note
Third-party YouTube video downloaders violate YouTube's Terms of Service and may be unsafe. YouTube Premium is the only method that is legal, safe, and officially supported.
Pro Tips
- Enable Smart Downloads (YouTube → Library → Downloads → Smart Downloads) — YouTube automatically downloads recommendations overnight on Wi-Fi.
- If storage is limited, use 360p for most videos — watchable quality for most content on a smartphone screen.
- YouTube Premium also removes ads across all videos — a significant benefit beyond just downloads.
