Open Source Python YouTube Downloaders
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yt-dlp
A youtube-dl fork with additional features and fixes
yt-dlp is a youtube-dl fork based on the now inactive youtube-dlc. The main focus of this project is adding new features and patches while also keeping up to date with the original project -
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yt-dlp-gui
A cross-platform GUI wrapper for yt-dlp written in PySide6
yt-dlp-gui is a cross-platform graphical interface for the popular command-line video downloader yt-dlp, created to make video and audio downloads from sites like YouTube, Vimeo, Twitch, and others easier for everyday users without needing to work directly with command-line arguments. Written in PySide6 (Python with Qt bindings), it wraps the powerful yt-dlp engine in a visual application that lets users paste video URLs, choose formats, apply presets, and start downloads with a click, while still exposing options for advanced tweaks via configuration files. The project supports preset definitions and global arguments through a config file, so users can customize their most common download workflows—like audio extraction, quality ranking, or embedding thumbnails—without retyping arguments each time. Downloads can be initiated from a portable app bundle or run manually with Python, making it flexible across platforms including Windows and Linux. -
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youtube-dl
Download videos from YouTube (and more sites)
youtube-dl is a command-line program to download videos from YouTube and a few more sites. It requires the Python interpreter (2.6, 2.7, or 3.2+), and it is not platform specific. We also provide a Windows executable that includes Python. youtube-dl should work in your Unix box, in Windows or in Mac OS X. It is released to the public domain, which means you can modify it, redistribute it or use it however you like. youtube-dl is a powerful, open-source command-line program designed to facilitate the downloading of videos and audio from popular video streaming websites. Widely recognized for its versatility, youtube-dl supports a vast array of platforms beyond YouTube, including Vimeo, Dailymotion, and many others. The tool provides users with advanced customization options, such as selecting specific video formats, extracting audio, bypassing geographic restrictions, and downloading entire playlists or channels. -
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Youtube-DLG
A cross platform front-end GUI of the popular youtube-dl downloader
YouTube-DLG is a user-friendly graphical interface for the popular command-line tool YouTube-DL, designed to simplify downloading videos and audio from YouTube and other platforms. It allows users to save content in various formats and resolutions, including MP3 and MP4, with just a few clicks. YouTube-DLG supports batch downloading, custom output settings, and format selection, making it a versatile solution for managing downloads efficiently. With its lightweight design and cross-platform compatibility, YouTube-DLG is an excellent choice for users seeking a simple yet powerful way to access and organize media offline. -
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Tartube
Download videos/channels/playlists from YouTube and many other sites
Tartube is a GUI front-end for youtube-dl, yt-dlp and other compatible video downloaders. It is written in Python 3 / Gtk 3 and runs on MS Windows, Linux, BSD and MacOS. -
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ReClip
Download videos from almost any website
ReClip is a lightweight, self-hosted media downloader that provides a simple web-based interface for downloading videos and audio from a wide range of online platforms. Built around the yt-dlp engine, it supports over a thousand websites, including major platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, allowing users to retrieve media content in various formats. The application emphasizes simplicity and minimalism, featuring a clean interface built with plain HTML, CSS, and JavaScript without requiring complex build steps or frameworks. Its backend is implemented in a compact Python Flask application, making it easy to deploy and customize. Users can paste multiple URLs at once, select output formats such as MP4 or MP3, and choose quality settings before downloading. The system also includes features like automatic URL deduplication and batch processing to improve usability. -
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Unrud Video Downloader
Download videos from websites like YouTube and many others
Video Downloader is a desktop application designed to simplify the process of downloading videos from various online platforms through a user-friendly graphical interface. Built on top of yt-dlp, it abstracts the complexity of command-line tools and provides an accessible way for users to retrieve video and audio content. The application supports a wide range of features, including downloading entire playlists, handling private or password-protected content, and automatically selecting optimal formats based on user preferences. It also allows users to convert videos into audio files such as MP3, making it useful for media extraction workflows. The software is distributed across multiple platforms, including Linux package managers and containerized environments, ensuring broad accessibility. It includes configuration options and debugging capabilities for advanced users who want more control over the download process. -
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PyTube Downloader
Let's quickly download YouTube videos & playlists with one click.
PyTube Downloader lets you quickly download YouTube videos and playlists with one click. Choose from 144p to 8K quality and download multiple videos simultaneously. PyTube Downloader 让你轻松一键下载 YouTube 视频和播放列表。支持选择 144p 到 8K 的质量，并支持同时下载多个视频。 -
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YT Channel Downloader
Download YouTube channels, playlists, videos, audios with easy login.
YT Channel Downloader is a powerful and user-friendly application that enables you to selectively or entirely download YouTube channels, playlists or individual videos and audios with ease. The app supports high-quality video and audio downloads, including 4K resolution and best available audio tracks. With a simple YouTube login process, you can download private or age-restricted content using your session cookies. The application offers extensive customization options, allowing you to choose your preferred video resolution, audio quality, and file format. Additionally, the intuitive interface ensures that both novice and advanced users can navigate and utilize the tool effortlessly. Whether you're archiving your favorite channels or downloading videos for offline viewing, YT Channel Downloader provides a seamless and efficient experience. -
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Glypdl
A fast, lightweight native media downloader for Linux , Windows and An
Glypdl is a free and open-source cross-platform media downloader powered by yt-dlp and FFmpeg. It provides native applications for Linux, Windows, and Android, allowing users to download video and audio from supported websites through a simple graphical interface. Glypdl supports video and audio downloads, playlists, multiple formats, thumbnails, progress tracking, and other yt-dlp-powered features. It is designed as a lightweight native alternative to command-line downloaders and proprietary download applications. -
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UMD
Universal Multimedia Downloader, URL To Video/Audio. (UMD)
⚠️ PROJECT DEPRECATED ⚠️ Universal Media Downloader (UMD) is no longer maintained. This project has been officially replaced by MediaCrate, a better, actively maintained successor with improved performance, stability, and features. ➡ Download MediaCrate here: https://sourceforge.net/projects/mediacrate -
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vido
Video/Audio Downloader frontend for youtube-dl
Vido is a Video/Audio Downloader frontend for the popular youtube downloader youtube-dl, a rewrite of ytd-gtk by the same team, updated to python 3 using pygobjects and GTK+. Vido now uses yt-dlp, an updated fork of youtube-dl for downloading videos. yt-dlp is faster and supports more sites than the original youtube-dl The program has been tested only on linux and the installation instructions are also provided for the same on our wiki. We do not provide support for windows/mac however if someone wishes to port/compile/distribute the program for windows/mac they are most welcome. Refer to our wiki for details -
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Youtube2mp3 is a cross-platform video downloader and converter that converts YouTube, Google Video, DVDs, and local media files into a wide range of audio and video formats.
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AppGrabbit
Download, transcribe and convert videos on your PC. No cloud.
AppGrabbit is a Windows 10/11 app that downloads, transcribes and converts videos on your own computer. Paste a link from YouTube (videos, Shorts, playlists, Mixes), TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, Pinterest, Twitch or SoundCloud and the file lands in your downloads folder in the quality you pick, up to 4K. Turn any video into a clean .txt with a prompt on top for ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini: with captions it is instant; without them, or from your own recording (a class, a meeting, a voice note), it is transcribed on your PC with Whisper, nothing uploaded. Cut exact clips, grab thumbnails, follow channels, and convert to MP4, MP3, WAV, ProRes 422 HQ or DNxHR HQ for Premiere and DaVinci Resolve. No account, no ads. **Free plan:** 5 credits a month (a credit is one video, one batch of up to 10 links, one transcript or one converted file); when you hit 0 you can claim 1 more every 48 hours. Thumbnails, Watch and the Library are free with no cap. **Pro:** USD 8.99 a month, cancel anytime -
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YouT Video Mp3 Downloader
YouTube video and audio download tool
YouT Video Mp3 Downloader is an open-source Python application that can download YouTube videos in the highest quality MP4 format and/or as MP3 audio files. The application supports adaptive video/audio streams such as HD, Full HD, 2K, and 4K, offered by YouTube, using the yt-dlp framework. The FFmpeg requirement is automatically resolved; if FFmpeg is not already present when the application is launched, it will download and configure it. It is easily usable from the terminal, fast, lightweight, and extensible. The project runs seamlessly on Windows and is published as fully open source on GitHub. Github: https://github.com/onderxyilmaz/YouT-Video-Mp3-Downloader -
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YouTube-DL-PyTK
Video Downloader - Cross Platform
YouTube-DL-PyTK (formerly known as YouTube-DL-GTK) is just a graphical launcher for yt-dlp. Its purpose is simple; to facilitate the downloading of non-copyright-protected videos from certain internet websites including YouTube. Source code is included and can be executed directly if you have Python and the proper dependencies available. I digitally sign some files in my releases. If you'd like to verify those signatures, you can find my PGP/GPG keys at: https://marcusadams.me/keys.html If you'd like to read the source code without downloading anything, you can do so on the project's Gitlab at: https://gitlab.com/gerowen/youtube-dl-pytk If you'd like to donate there's several ways to do so: PayPal: https://paypal.me/gerowen Bitcoin (BTC): bc1q86c5j7wvf6cw78tf8x3szxy5gnxg4gj8mw4sy2 Monero (XMR): 42ho3m9tJsobZwQDsFTk92ENdWAYk2zL8Qp42m7pKmfWE7jzei7Fwrs87MMXUTCVifjZZiStt3E7c5tmYa9qNxAf3MbY7rD -
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YD YouTube Video Downloader
YoutubeDownloader is an application that can download YouTube videos.
YD YoutubeDownloader is an application that can download YouTube videos. You can copy and paste the URL of any video, playlist, or channel and download it directly in your chosen format. It also supports the SOCKS5 protocol, a feature not found in other software. YD YoutubeDownloader 是一款可以下载 YouTube 视频的应用程序。您可以复制粘贴任何视频、播放列表或频道的 URL，并直接以您选择的格式下载,并且还支持SOCKS5协议，这是其它软件没有的功能。 Source code from other GitHub projects included in the software. yt-dlp FFmpeg -
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Youtube Video Downloader
Youtube Video Downloader is Open Source GUI tool
Youtube Video Downloader is Open Source GUI tool to download Youtube video. It is Developed with Python, Qt, and Pytube Library. It is Multi-thread Application. Best Available Option download video in highly available Quality . Download Videos in 720p, 480p, 360p etc. -
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Elltube is a YouTube Downloader and Converter. The only you have to do is to put YouTube URL and choose the desired format, then, push Download!
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4allDownloader Converter
Video,audio&Files Downloader&Convert with built-in browser with AI.
The most advanced downloader & converter tool that combines the power of leading open-source technologies under an intuitive GUI. Download videos, Audio, from 10000+ of sites, and also files from any platform with advanced format conversion capabilities. Features a built-in browser with JavaScript injection support that remembers logins while maintaining complete privacy. Five powerful tabs streamline your workflow: Home tab for pasting URLs, channels, playlists, and direct search; Browser tab for seamless web navigation; Downloads tab with resume/cancel support and download history; Utilities tab offering lossless conversion for all file formats plus URL analysis tools; Settings tab for proxy configuration, search limits, download engine selection, and advanced customization. Experience lightning-fast downloads, universal format support, and privacy-focused browsing in one revolutionary application. Perfect for content creators, researchers, media enthusiasts and anyone who demand. -
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MahfLoader
No ads ,No login ,Download in HD, 4K, even 8K! ,Fastest download
🚀 Introducing MahfLoader – Your Ultimate YouTube Video Downloader for Windows! 🎬 ✅ No ads ✅ No login ✅ Download in HD, 4K, even 8K! ✅ Fastest download speed ✅ Clean, easy-to-use interface ✅ Built with yt-dlp + ffmpeg 💻 📥 Download Now: 👉 see on comment box 🔥 Save your favorite videos in one click. Perfect for students, editors, and creators! -
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MDAC (Media Downloader and Converter)
Batch download multiple videos and convert them into a smaller size.
Downloads videos with Yt-Dlp then converts them with ffmpeg. You can also just download videos in batch or select a folder with videos to convert. -
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This is a YouTube music/video downloader. It allows you to search for videos on YouTube, then download them as either audio or videos, or stream the audio directly from the application. You can also open YouTube URL's for downloading.
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Mulino
Gui frontend to aria2
RPMs you can find here http://software.opensuse.org/download.html?project=home:Reki:mulino&package=mulino -
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PyExe - YT DL I.S.A
PyExe - YT DL [Improved.Simplified.Alternative]
'PyExe - YT DL' is an desktop application developed using python 3.6.8 and other add-on libaries. Can download YouTube videos and audios. 'PyExe - YT DL' has two parts: 1) Download Video - downloads YouTube video (.mp4) 2) Download Audio - downloads YouTube video (.mp3) Compatible only for windows OS.
