GuidesMarch 6, 2026·4 min read
How to Download Twitch Clips and VODs in 2026
Twitch clips and VODs capture the best streaming moments. Here's how to save them permanently.
Downloading Twitch Clips
Clips are short highlights created from streams. They're the easiest Twitch content to download.
1. Open the clip on Twitch
2. Copy the URL — it looks like https://clips.twitch.tv/... or https://twitch.tv/clip/...
3. Paste into VDO Download
4. Download — clips are typically small (10-60 seconds)
Downloading Twitch VODs
VODs are full stream recordings. They can be very long (2-12+ hours).
1. Open the VOD on Twitch
2. Copy the URL — it looks like https://twitch.tv/videos/...
3. Paste into VDO Download
4. Download — note that long VODs will be large files
Important Notes
•VODs expire — Most VODs are deleted after 14 days (60 days for Partners/Affiliates)
•Sub-only VODs — Subscriber-only VODs cannot be downloaded
•Live streams — You cannot download an active live stream; wait for it to end
•Highlights — Permanent highlights work the same as VODs
File Sizes
| Content | Typical Duration | ~File Size (720p) |
|---|---|---|
| Clip | 10-60 seconds | 5-30 MB |
| Highlight | 5-30 minutes | 200 MB - 1.5 GB |
| Full VOD | 2-8 hours | 3-15 GB |
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