Radical Transparency

The open-source tool yt-dlp revolutionized how people archive online media, but until now, it was difficult for the average user to access without technical expertise or settling for low-quality, ad-filled wrappers.

yt-dlp app was built to be the definitive solution—bridging the raw power of the world's best open-source downloading tools with a spectacular, user-friendly graphical interface. We believe that software intersecting with your personal files and browser data must be radically transparent to earn your trust.

The Architecture

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Core Technology

  • React 18
  • Electron
  • TypeScript

Data & Styling

  • SQLite3
  • Drizzle ORM
  • Tailwind CSS

Third-Party Dependencies

Our GUI stands on the shoulders of giants. We utilize the upstream yt-dlp core extractor and FFmpeg for high-fidelity media multiplexing. The yt-dlp app graphical interface itself is distributed under the MIT License, emphasizing our commitment to open-source collaboration. We adhere to all relevant software licenses for our bundled dependencies. Please utilize this tool responsibly, adhering to Fair Use guidelines and respecting creator copyrights.