Need to save a video from a Wix website? Whether it's a tutorial, demo, or a portfolio clip, downloading embedded video content from Wix can be done using various methods—some manual, some with tools. This guide breaks down safe and effective ways to do it.
How Wix Hosts and Displays Videos
Before trying to download a video, it helps to understand how Wix websites serve media. Wix allows users to add video via direct uploads, video backgrounds, and embeds from services like YouTube or Vimeo. Native Wix-hosted videos are served through Wix’s media manager and may be embedded with custom players.
Wix video elements often obscure direct download links, requiring extra steps to access the raw file.
Use Inspect Element to Find the Video URL
This is the most reliable manual method to extract a direct video file link from a Wix website.
- Right-click anywhere near the video and choose Inspect (or press F12 on your keyboard).
- Go to the Network tab in the browser developer tools.
- Play the video on the website to trigger the network request.
- Look for files with extensions like
.mp4or.webmunder the “Media” type. - Right-click the file name and select Open in new tab or Copy link address.
- Open that link and then right-click → Save video as.
Download Wix Videos with Browser Extensions
Several Chrome or Firefox extensions are designed to detect and download media from webpages, including Wix-powered ones. Some popular tools include:
- Video DownloadHelper (Chrome, Firefox)
- Flash Video Downloader
- SaveFrom.net Helper (via userscript or plugin)
Use Third-Party Tools to Capture Wix Website Videos
If browser-based options don't work, consider screen recording or third-party software that captures live streams:
| Tool | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OBS Studio | High-quality recording | Free and open-source |
| JDownloader | Bulk media extraction | Supports many platforms |
| 4K Video Downloader | YouTube/Vimeo links | Check if Wix video is embedded |
Downloading Private Wix Videos Ethically
Some Wix websites host private or restricted-access videos. Attempting to bypass protection mechanisms can violate terms of service or copyright laws.
Always ask the website owner for permission if the video is not publicly offered for download or if it's behind a paywall or login screen.
Saving Wix Videos for Offline Viewing
Once you have the video URL or file, saving for offline use is simple:
- Open the video in a new tab.
- Right-click → Save video as.
- Choose a download location and format (typically
.mp4).
You can now play the file with any media player like VLC or QuickTime, even without internet access.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Can’t find media in Inspect Element? Try refreshing and re-opening the dev tools. Sometimes video requests load on play.
Getting "403 Forbidden" errors? The server may block direct downloads. Use a screen recorder as an alternative.
Video doesn’t play after download? Convert the file using Handbrake or a similar tool to ensure it's playable on your device.
Useful Links
Wix Video: Displaying Videos on Your Site – Learn how to add and customize video content using Wix Video, including layout options and player settings.
Wix Editor: Adding Videos to Your Wix Site – Discover how to upload or embed videos in your Wix site using the editor's built-in tools.
Wix Video: Adding Videos to Your Video Library – Step-by-step guide to uploading videos to your Wix Video Library from various sources.
Wix Video Request: Downloading Videos from Your Wix Video Library – Understand the limitations and workarounds for downloading videos from your Wix Video Library.
Wix Video: About Wix Video – Overview of Wix Video features, including hosting, monetization, and analytics.
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Conclusion
Downloading videos from Wix websites is entirely possible if the content is public and you're doing it for legitimate reasons. Using inspect tools, browser extensions, or screen capture software, you can save embedded or hosted videos for offline viewing or archival purposes. Just make sure to respect copyright and platform rules while doing so.