To download Kick clips, right-click on the video player and select "Save video as..."—the clip downloads as an MP4. For VODs (which Kick doesn't let you download natively), use Streams Charts, the Kick-Video.Download Chrome extension, or Clypse. VODs expire in 7-30 days depending on verification status, so download important content quickly.
Kick has exploded in popularity, crossing 1 billion hours watched in Q2 2025 with 112% year-over-year growth. Here's every download method available in 2026.
VODs Expire Fast
Kick VODs are deleted after 7-14 days (non-verified) or 30 days (verified). Download important content before it's gone forever.
Why Download Kick Clips and VODs?
Before we dive into methods, here's why saving your Kick content matters:
- Content Repurposing — Turn stream highlights into TikToks, YouTube Shorts, or Instagram Reels
- Backup Protection — VODs expire, but your downloads don't
- Offline Editing — Edit clips in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or CapCut
- Archive Building — Create a permanent library of your best moments
- Cross-Platform Posting — Share to Twitter, Discord, or your YouTube channel
Method 1: Native Kick Clip Download
Good news: Kick has a built-in download feature for clips. Here's how to use it:
Go to the clip
Navigate to your Kick profile or the streamer's channel and click the "Clips" tab.
Right-click the video
Once the clip is playing, right-click directly on the video player.
Save video as...
Select "Save video as..." from the context menu. Choose your save location and the clip downloads as an MP4 file.
Limitation
Native download only works for clips, not full VODs. For VOD downloads, you'll need third-party tools (covered below).
| Feature | Clips | VODs |
|---|---|---|
| Native download | ||
| Format | MP4 | N/A |
| Quality | Up to 1080p | N/A |
| Batch download |
Native Kick download capabilities
Method 2: Third-Party Web Tools
Since Kick doesn't offer native VOD downloads, these web-based tools fill the gap. They're free, require no installation, and work on any device.
Pro Tip
The Chrome extension is the fastest method if you download frequently—you never have to leave the Kick website.
Method 3: Using Clypse (Download + Auto-Edit)
If you're downloading clips to repurpose them for short-form content, there's a smarter approach: use Clypse to download AND automatically edit your Kick content in one step.
How It Works
Paste your Kick VOD link
Copy any Kick stream URL and paste it into Clypse.
AI finds the best moments
Clypse analyzes your stream and identifies the most engaging, viral-worthy moments automatically.
Get multiple clips ready to post
Download all clips in vertical 9:16 format with auto-generated captions, ready for TikTok, Shorts, and Reels.
| Feature | Manual Download | Clypse |
|---|---|---|
| Download time | Fast | Fast |
| Find best moments | Manual scrubbing | AI-powered |
| Vertical formatting | Requires editing | Automatic |
| Captions | Must add manually | Auto-generated |
| Export formats | Single file | Multiple clips |
Instead of downloading a 4-hour VOD and spending hours finding the good parts, Clypse does the heavy lifting. You get multiple viral-ready clips from a single stream URL.
Turn your Kick streams into viral clips
Paste a link, get auto-edited TikToks in 60 seconds. No editing required.
Try Clypse FreeMethod 4: Mobile Downloads (iPhone & Android)
Need to download Kick content on your phone? Here are your options.
Android
The Video Downloader for Kick app is available on the Google Play Store:
- Install the app from Play Store
- Copy the Kick clip or VOD URL
- Paste into the app
- Tap Download
Note
Some users report that VODs download reliably, but clips sometimes fail with "retry" errors. If this happens, use the web-based tools instead.
iPhone
iOS doesn't have a dedicated Kick download app, but the YAS Download Shortcut works as a workaround:
- Visit yasdownloads.net in Safari
- Tap "Install Shortcut"
- Open the Kick clip in Safari
- Tap Share → select "YAS"
- Video saves to your Photos app
Alternative: Web-based tools like Streams Charts work perfectly in Safari on iPhone.
Method 5: Command Line Tools (Technical Users)
For developers or power users who want maximum control:
yt-dlp
# Install (macOS)
brew install yt-dlp
# Download a Kick VOD
yt-dlp "https://kick.com/video/your-vod-url"
# Specific quality
yt-dlp -f "best[height<=1080]" "https://kick.com/video/your-vod-url"
kick-dl
# Install
npm install -g kick-dl
# Download a clip
kick-dl clip https://kick.com/channel/clip/clip-id
Video Quality & Format Guide
| Resolution | Best For | File Size (1 min) |
|---|---|---|
| 480p | Quick previews | ~15 MB |
| 720p | Social media, mobile | ~30 MB |
| 1080p | YouTube, professional edits | ~60 MB |
Recommendation
Download in 1080p for editing flexibility. You can always compress later, but you can't add quality back.
Format: MP4 with H.264 codec is universal—works everywhere.
Kick VOD Retention Periods
This is critical information:
| Account Type | VOD Retention |
|---|---|
| Non-verified | 7-14 days |
| Verified | 30 days |
Additional limits:
- Only the first 48 hours of a stream saves as a VOD
- After expiration, content is permanently deleted
Action Required
Had a great stream? Download it within the first week. Don't wait until day 29 and risk losing it forever.
Legal Considerations
Downloading Your Own Content
✅ Completely fine—it's your intellectual property. Download, edit, repurpose however you want.
Downloading Others' Content
⚠️ VODs belong to the streamer who created them. Downloading without permission may violate Kick's Terms of Service. Re-uploading someone's content without credit can lead to DMCA strikes.
Best practices:
- Always get permission before using someone else's clips
- Credit the original creator when reposting
- Use clips for commentary or transformative content (fair use)
All Methods Compared
| Method | Clips | VODs | Mobile | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Native (right-click) | Free | |||
| Streams Charts | Free | |||
| StreamLadder | Free | |||
| Chrome Extension | Free | |||
| Clypse | Free tier | |||
| Android App | Free | |||
| YAS Shortcut (iOS) | Free | |||
| yt-dlp (CLI) | Free |
Complete comparison of all Kick download methods
Our recommendations:
- Quick clip downloads: Native right-click or StreamLadder
- VOD downloads: Streams Charts or Chrome extension
- Content repurposing: Clypse for download + auto-edit in one step
Frequently Asked Questions
Start Downloading Your Kick Content
Whether you're backing up streams, creating TikToks, or building a highlight reel, you now have every method available to download Kick clips and VODs in 2026.
Quick recap:
- Clips: Use native right-click or StreamLadder
- VODs: Use Streams Charts or the Chrome extension
- Repurposing: Use Clypse for automatic AI editing
Don't let your best moments disappear when Kick's retention period ends.
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