Open Video Downloader Jelle Glebbeek
winget install --id=StefanLobbenmeier.youtube-dl-gui -e A cross-platform GUI for youtube-dl made in Electron and node.js
Open Video Downloader is a user-friendly graphical interface designed to simplify video downloads from various platforms using youtube-dl. Built with Electron and node.js, it offers a seamless experience across multiple operating systems.
Key Features:
- Multi-Platform Support: Download videos from YouTube, Vimeo, Twitter, and numerous other platforms.
- Batch Downloads: Handle multiple videos, playlists, or channels simultaneously for efficient downloading.
- Customizable Settings: Choose your preferred resolution and format to ensure high-quality downloads.
- Private Video Handling: Supports downloading private content, particularly on YouTube.
- Multithreaded Processing: Efficiently manage up to 32 simultaneous downloads for faster results.
- Size Estimation: Preview the storage size required before initiating a download.
- Automatic Updates: Keeps youtube-dl updated to ensure compatibility and functionality.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for users seeking a reliable tool to download videos from multiple platforms, Open Video Downloader saves time and effort by providing high-quality downloads efficiently. Whether you're managing large playlists or handling private content, this tool streamlines your video downloading process with ease.
Available via winget installation, Open Video Downloader is a versatile solution for all your video download needs.
README
Open Video Downloader (youtube-dl-gui)
https://github.com/StefanLobbenmeier/youtube-dl-gui
A cross-platform GUI for youtube-dl made in Electron and node.js
Features:
- Download from all kind of platforms: YouTube, vimeo, twitter & many more
- Download multiple videos/playlists/channels in one go
- Select the resolution and format you want to download in
- Download private videos (currently only tested on YouTube)
- Multithreaded, up to 32 videos can be downloaded synchronously
- Shows how much size the download will use up on your system
- The app automatically keeps ytdl up-to-date
Be sure to check out a demo gif of the application!
How to use
- Download the applicable installer or executable for your system.
- If you are on windows, make sure that the Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86) is installed.
- Paste a link into the box up top.
- Wait for the app to gather all required metadata.
- Press download, and the video(s) will get downloaded to your downloads folder.
Want to know more about the features this app offers? Head over to the wiki.
Supporting the project
I appreciate any help. That may include:
- testing and raising issues if you encounter any
- contributing via a pull request
- donating to the project (ko-fi)
Something is not working!
Please see if the answer is in the frequently answered questions or in the wiki.
Still haven't found your answer? Open up an issue, and describe the problem you're facing.
Building from source
First, clone the repository using git clone https://github.com/StefanLobbenmeier/youtube-dl-gui.git.
Then navigate to the directory and install the npm modules by executing: npm install.
The last step is to build using electron-builder (documentation). For example, the command to build a windows installer is: npx electron-builder --win. The output files can be found in the 'dist' folder.
Please be aware that this app is only tested on windows, linux and macOS. If you decide to build for another platform/archtype it may or may not work. Builds other than those available in the releases come with absolutely no support.
Planned features
- Select individual audio and video codecs (advanced mode)
- List all audio qualities
- Support for downloading livestreams
Feel free to request a new feature.
Demo gif
Credit
Big thanks to the original author jely2002, who unfortunately stopped maintaining the original repository: https://github.com/jely2002/youtube-dl-gui
Liability & License notice
Youtube-dl-gui and its maintainers cannot be held liable for misuse of this application, as stated in the AGPL-3.0 license (section 16).
The maintainers of youtube-dl-gui do not in any way condone the use of this application in practices that violate local laws such as but not limited to the DMCA. The maintainers of this application call upon the personal responsibility of its users to use this application in a fair way, as it is intended to be used.