Search for a Vimeo downloader and most results are browser extensions. They work, but they ask to read and change data on the websites you visit, they break when Chrome updates, and some get removed from the store for showing ads.
Want the video now? Paste the link below and press Download, or open the full PullClip video downloader.
Free, no signup. Tip: press Ctrl+V anywhere on this page, or drop a link on it.
There is a simpler way. Because public Vimeo videos can be opened by anyone, a web tool only needs the link. This guide shows how to download a Vimeo video in HD without installing anything.
Why skip the extension?
| Browser extension | Web downloader | |
|---|---|---|
| Install needed | Yes | No |
| Permissions | Often reads all sites you visit | None |
| Works on phone | Rarely | Yes, in any browser |
| Breaks on updates | Often | Fixed on the server side |
Download a Vimeo video in 4 steps
- Open the video on Vimeo and copy the address. It looks like vimeo.com/123456789.
- Open the PullClip Vimeo downloader and paste the link.
- Press Download. You will see the title and every quality the owner uploaded.
- Pick a quality and press Save.
Links from Staff Picks, channels and groups work the same way, as do player links like player.vimeo.com/video/….
Which quality to choose
| Quality | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1080p | Laptops, TVs, editing and presentations |
| 720p | A sharp picture with a smaller file |
| 540p / 360p | Phones and slow connections |
| 240p | The smallest file |
| MP3 | Music videos, talks and interviews |
Vimeo is popular with filmmakers, so many videos are available in full HD. You only see the qualities that exist for that video.
Videos that will not download
- Private videos shared only with certain people.
- Password-protected videos.
- Vimeo On Demand rentals and purchases, which are paid content.
- Videos limited to the owner’s website. Some owners only allow playback on their own site.
Not sure? Open the link in a private browser window. If it plays without signing in, it can usually be saved.
Did the owner allow downloads?
Vimeo lets owners switch on a Download button under the video. If you see it, that is the easiest and most respectful option. If not, keep the file for personal viewing and ask the owner before reusing it.
Vimeo downloader for Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge
A Vimeo downloader Chrome extension only works in Chrome, has to be updated, and often asks to read and change data on every site you visit. The online PullClip Vimeo downloader works the same in every browser, on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
On a computer you can skip the paste box: open PullClip and press Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on a Mac) anywhere on the page. PullClip reads the link and finds the video.
Which Vimeo download links work
| Link | Example | Works? |
|---|---|---|
| Normal video page | vimeo.com/123456789 | Yes |
| Unlisted video | vimeo.com/123456789/abcdef1234 | Yes, with the full link |
| Player link | player.vimeo.com/video/123456789 | Yes |
| Channel or group video | vimeo.com/channels/name/123456789 | Yes |
| Showcase or profile page | vimeo.com/showcase/… | Open one video and copy its link |
Found the video on another website instead of Vimeo? Our guide on downloading embedded Vimeo videos shows how to find its link.
Vimeo download MP4 free: what you get
| Quality | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1080p | Laptop, monitor or TV |
| 720p | Phones and tablets |
| 540p or 360p | Mobile data or little free storage |
| MP3 320 / 128 kbps | Talks, music and webinars as audio |
PullClip shows only the qualities that the uploader made available, so a video uploaded in 720p will not show 1080p. Every option is a normal MP4 file with sound.
What about Vimeo’s own Download button?
Some uploaders switch on a Download button under their video. If you see it, you can use it. Most videos do not have one, and that is where PullClip helps: any public video that plays without a login can be saved.
Frequently asked questions
Can I download Vimeo videos without an extension?
Yes. Paste the link into a web downloader like PullClip. Nothing needs to be installed.
Is it free?
Yes. PullClip is free and needs no account.
What is the highest quality?
Up to 1080p, when the owner uploaded in HD.
Does it work on Mac?
Yes. It works in Safari, Chrome and Firefox on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android.
Can I download Vimeo videos in Chrome without an add-on?
Yes. Open PullClip in Chrome, paste the Vimeo link and save the MP4. Nothing is installed.