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yt-dlp app

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Spec score 8.7 #15 of 135 in Video Downloaders

What it is

yt-dlp app is a desktop interface for yt-dlp that lets users download media by pasting a URL instead of entering terminal commands. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux and supports more than 1,510 sites, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, Vimeo and Reddit. Downloads can reach 4K HDR or 8K when available. Users can preview playlists and channels, select items for bulk downloads, and download subtitles or batches. The app allows up to five concurrent downloads, with three as the default; the maker notes that aggressive simultaneous downloads can trigger temporary IP rate limits. Cookie import from several browsers can provide access to private, age-restricted or members-only content. HTTP and HTTPS proxies are configurable, and FFmpeg can merge streams or add subtitles, thumbnails, metadata and chapters. The maker says settings and history stay local, with no telemetry, cloud sync or account requirement. The app is free, but its download page says the official public release is launching soon while signed binaries are finalized.

Spec sheet

Purpose
yt-dlp app provides a desktop graphical interface for yt-dlp video downloads, so users can paste a URL and download without using terminal commands.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Integrations
The app is built on yt-dlp and uses FFmpeg for media processing; its architecture page also credits aria2 as a foundation.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Privacy
The maker says the app has no telemetry and stores settings and download history locally without cloud sync.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Support
The maker offers support by email and GitHub Issues and says formal inquiries are answered within 48 business hours.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Accounts
The maker says no account, password, or cloud sign-in is required.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Authentication
Users can import cookies from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or Brave to access private, age-restricted, or members-only content.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Batch downloads
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Device platforms
Windows,macOS,LinuxRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Download concurrency
The app allows up to five concurrent downloads, with three as the default.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Intended audience
The about page describes the app as intended to make media preservation accessible to educators, filmmakers, archivists, and everyday users.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Maximum video quality
8kRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Notable limit
The FAQ says aggressive simultaneous downloading can trigger temporary IP rate limits.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Playlist downloads
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Playlists
Users can preview playlists and channels, select entries, and bulk download them.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Post-processing
FFmpeg can merge separate audio and video streams, extract audio, and embed subtitles, thumbnails, metadata, and chapters.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Proxy support
The app supports HTTP and HTTPS proxies configured in Settings.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Release status
The download page says the official public release is launching soon while signed binaries are being finalized.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Subtitle downloads
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Supported sites
The app says it supports more than 1,510 sites through yt-dlp, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, Vimeo, and Reddit.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Supported sources
YouTube,TikTok,Instagram,Facebook,Twitter/X,Twitch,Bilibili,Vimeo,Reddit,SoundCloud,and 1,500+ moreRead 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app
Video quality
The app displays available stream quality and details and supports downloads up to 4K HDR and 8K when available.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yt-dlp.app

Plans and prices

Free Free Open source · Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop app · No telemetry or tracking Read 20 Sep 2026 · yt-dlp.app

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports more than 1,510 sites through yt-dlp.
  • Downloads up to 8K when available.
  • Playlist previews, selection and bulk downloading.
  • No telemetry; settings and history stay local.
  • Imports cookies and supports HTTP and HTTPS proxies.

Limits

  • Official public release is still launching soon.
  • Aggressive concurrent downloading can trigger temporary IP limits.
  • Maximum concurrent downloads: five.

Who it suits

It suits people who want a graphical yt-dlp interface on Windows, macOS or Linux, including educators, filmmakers, archivists and everyday users. Its playlist selection, batch downloads and subtitle options can serve people saving multiple items.

Verdict

yt-dlp app combines broad source support with playlist, batch and subtitle downloads in a desktop interface. Its free offering is notable, though the official public release is not yet available.

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