How to Download TED Talks for Offline Watching

TED Talks are a treasure trove of ideas worth spreading. From science and technology to art and personal development, the library of TED, TEDx, and TED-Ed videos covers nearly every topic imaginable. But TED.com streams its videos through a built-in player and does not offer a direct download option for most talks. If you want to watch a presentation offline — on a plane, during a commute, or in a location with limited internet — you need an alternative way to save the video.

This guide shows you how to download TED Talks to your phone, tablet, or computer using a free online tool. No sign-up required, no software installation, and the video quality matches the original stream.

Why download TED Talks for offline viewing?

There are several good reasons to keep TED Talks saved on your device:

• Learn without limits. Download talks on topics that interest you and build a personal library of knowledge that is always accessible.
• Watch without internet. Whether you are traveling, commuting, or in an area with poor connectivity, downloaded talks play instantly with no buffering.
• Save mobile data. TED Talks can run 10 to 20 minutes each. Streaming multiple talks over mobile data adds up quickly. Download over Wi-Fi instead.
• Revisit favorite talks. Some presentations are worth watching more than once. Having the file saved locally means you can revisit key moments without searching for the link again.

How to download TED Talks: step by step

Follow these steps to save any TED Talk to your device:

1. Open your browser and go to ted.com.
2. Browse or search for the talk, TEDx presentation, or TED-Ed lesson you want to download.
3. Copy the full URL from the browser address bar.
4. Go to Online Downloader and paste the TED Talk link into the input field at the top of the page.
5. Click the Download button and let the tool process the link. This usually takes a few seconds.
6. Choose your preferred resolution and save the MP4 file to your device.

That is all it takes. Once saved, the talk is yours to watch anytime, anywhere, without an internet connection.

Does this work on iPhone, Android, and desktop?

Yes. Online Downloader works on any device with a modern browser. Whether you are using an iPhone, an Android phone, a Windows PC, a Mac, or a tablet, the steps are identical. The tool runs entirely in your browser, so there is no app to install and no compatibility concerns.

What video quality can I expect?

TED Talks are saved as MP4 files with H.264 video encoding and AAC audio. The resolution matches the quality available on TED.com, so you get the same clarity you would see when streaming. You can choose from the available resolutions to balance quality and file size.

Can I download TEDx and TED-Ed videos too?

Yes. The tool supports all videos hosted on the official TED platform, including TEDx talks, TED-Ed lessons, and TED conference presentations. As long as the video has a public URL on ted.com, the downloader can fetch it.

Is it safe to download TED Talks this way?

Yes. Online Downloader does not ask for any personal information, does not install software on your device, and does not store the downloaded files on its servers. The video is streamed directly from TED to your browser. Only publicly available TED links are processed, and no data is retained after the download is complete.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a TED account to download talks?

No. You do not need to log in to TED or create an account. The downloader works with publicly available TED links.

Is there a limit on how many TED Talks I can download?

No. You can download as many talks as you like. There are no daily limits, no subscription tiers, and no hidden charges.

Can I watch downloaded TED Talks on my TV?

Yes. Since the files are standard MP4 format, you can transfer them to a USB drive or stream them to a smart TV using a media server app.

TED Talks are a wonderful resource for learning and inspiration. With a free online downloader, you can keep your favorite presentations on your device and watch them whenever and wherever you want.