FLVTO Domains Explained

Dozens of domains use FLVTO-like names today. Only a few were ever connected to the original operation, and the rest are clones of varying quality. Here is how the landscape breaks down.

The original operation

• FLVTO.biz was the original converter site, operated by Tofig Kurbanov alongside 2conv.com. At peak it drew about 94 million monthly visits.
• After the 2018 lawsuit, the sites blocked US and UK visitors in 2021 and were hit with an $82.9 million judgment in 2022.
• Full story: what happened to FLVTO.

The clones

When the original faded, unrelated operators registered FLVTO-sounding domains (.com, .cc, .to, and others) to capture its search traffic. Some are plain converters. Others are sketchy: fake download buttons, notification spam, and bundled junk. Learn to spot the fakes.

Red flags on any FLVTO clone

• Multiple download buttons. The real button is one; the rest are ads. How to tell.
• Notification permission prompts. A converter has no reason to send you notifications. Remove them.
• Forced app or extension installs. Legit browser converters need nothing installed. Why online is safer.

This site

flvto.downloaderyt.com is a new, separate tool using the familiar name. Not affiliated with the original operator or any clone network. See what this tool is.

Frequently asked questions

Was FLVTO.biz the official site?

Yes, FLVTO.biz was the original, operated alongside 2conv.com. It is effectively unavailable after the lawsuit.

Are other FLVTO domains safe?

Not necessarily. Many are clones run by unrelated parties. Watch for the red flags above.