Unofficial yt-dlp Documentation
A comprehensive guide to the powerful video downloader
Disclaimer
This is not the official yt-dlp documentation. I am a fan of yt-dlp and created this documentation for my personal use. If you'd like to contribute to this unofficial documentation, you can do so on my GitHub repository.
Key Features of yt-dlp
Powerful Video Downloading
yt-dlp offers advanced capabilities for downloading videos from YouTube and thousands of other sites, with support for various formats and quality options.
Extensive Site Compatibility
Beyond YouTube, yt-dlp supports a vast array of video hosting platforms, making it a versatile tool for content creators and enthusiasts alike.
Open Source and Customizable
As an open-source project, yt-dlp can be extended and customized to fit your specific needs. Contribute to its development or create your own plugins and features.
Advanced Format Selection
Choose from a wide range of video and audio formats, resolutions, and codecs. yt-dlp's intelligent format selection ensures you get the best quality available.
Playlist and Channel Support
Easily download entire playlists, channels, or user uploads with a single command. yt-dlp handles pagination and extraction efficiently.
Metadata Extraction
Extract rich metadata from videos, including titles, descriptions, thumbnails, and more. Perfect for archiving or integrating with media management tools.