TikTok Live Recorder

Capture ephemeral TikTok live streams with forensic-level precision, real-time metrics, and direct stream access.

Unlock comprehensive live stream intelligence: extract hidden HLS/FLV stream links, track real-time viewer engagement, and profile creators with deep metadata. Get verified account status, regional insights, and high-quality recording URLs—all in one unified dataset for content preservation and audience intelligence.

🤝 Support & Community

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🏆 Key Features

🕵️ Stream Discovery & Technical Intelligence

• 🎯 Direct Stream Links: Discovers hidden HLS and FLV pull URLs in multiple quality levels (Origin, HD, SD, LD) for external playback or archiving.
• 🛡️ Stealth Extraction: Employs advanced bypass mechanisms to navigate TikTok's anti-bot protections, ensuring consistent access to live data.
• ⚖️ Quality Selection: Provides granular access to different stream bitrates, allowing for bandwidth-efficient monitoring or high-fidelity recording.
• 🚀 Real-time Status: Accurately detects "Check Alive" signals to confirm stream availability and handle sudden broadcast endings.

📊 Engagement & Audience Forensics

• 📈 Real-time Analytics: Captures current viewer counts, total room entries, and cumulative like counts to measure viral potential.
• 💬 Discussion Tracking: Monitors comment volume and interaction levels, providing a snapshot of community engagement during the broadcast.
• ⏰ Temporal Precision: Logs creation times and processing timestamps in ISO format for accurate archival and timeline reconstruction.
• 🏷️ Metadata Richness: Includes room titles, stream IDs, and commerce availability (TikTok Shop/Business Live) for commercial analysis.

👥 Creator Profiling

• 🎯 Author Intelligence: Extracts deep profile markers including unique IDs, display names, nicknames, and bio descriptions.
• ✅ Verification Signals: Detects verified status, follower counts, and 'following' metrics to gauge influencer authority.
• 🌍 Regional Context: Identifies the streamer's region and operating system, providing geographical context for localized content research.
• 🎨 Visual Assets: Captures high-resolution avatar URLs and live cover images for complete profile reconstruction.

🔍 Commercial & Functional Analysis

• 🛍️ E-commerce Detection: Automatically identifies if a stream has commerce features enabled, including TikTok Shop and business live tags.
• 🚫 Age Restriction Flags: Detects "Age Restricted" status and visible scope types to ensure compliance with content monitoring guidelines.
• 📹 Replay Identification: Distinguishes between genuine live broadcasts and replayed content to maintain data integrity.
• 🔗 Cross-Platform Utility: Provides structured data ready for integration with external dashboards, players, or storage pipelines.

💰 Pricing

Resource	Cost	Description
Actor Usage	$0.00001	Charged for Actor runtime. Cost depends on resource consumption during execution
Request	$0.125	Charged per live stream URL processed. Includes metadata extraction and stream link discovery
Recording	$0.0058	Charged per minute of active recording or monitoring (if enabled).

Example Cost Calculation:

• Extracting metadata and stream links for 1 live stream
• Cost: $0.125 + minimal runtime fees = ~$0.13
• Monitoring/Recording a stream for 60 minutes
• Cost: $0.125 + (60 × $0.0058) = $0.473 + minimal runtime fees

🌟 Why choose this Actor?

Built for content archivists, social media researchers, and marketing intelligence teams, this Actor transforms ephemeral TikTok live sessions into structured, actionable intelligence.

Feature	TikTok Live Recorder	Common Scrapers	Browser plugins	Screen Recorders	Manual Capture
Pricing Model	✅ Pay per use	❌ Subscription	✅ Free (limited)	❌ Paid software	❌ Time-intensive
Direct Stream URLs	✅ HLS/FLV (Origin)	❌ Not available	⚠️ Hit-or-miss	❌ Not available	❌ Not available
Anti-Bot Bypass	✅ Professional	⚠️ Basic only	❌ None	❌ N/A	✅ Human user
Engagement Stats	✅ Likes/Views/Comments	⚠️ Partial only	❌ Not available	❌ Not available	⚠️ Manual note
Creator Metadata	✅ Deep profiling	⚠️ Basic only	❌ Not available	❌ Not available	⚠️ Manual copy
API Access	✅ Full REST API	❌ Web only	❌ Web only	❌ Desktop only	❌ Desktop only
Batch Processing	✅ Unlimited URLs	❌ One at a time	❌ Single tab	❌ Limited CPU	❌ Impossible
Shop Detection	✅ Yes	❌ Not available	❌ Not available	❌ Not available	✅ Manual check
Export Format	✅ JSON/CSV/Excel	⚠️ Limited	❌ None	⚠️ Video only	❌ None
Cloud Storage	✅ Permanent retention	⚠️ Short-term	❌ Local only	❌ Local path	❌ Local path
Min. Cost	✅ $0.125	❌ $99/month	✅ Free	❌ $49 buy-once	✅ Free (time)

💻 Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description
tiktok_url	string	✅ Yes	Target TikTok Live URL. Supports direct live links (e.g., https://www.tiktok.com/@username/live) and short links (e.g., https://vm.tiktok.com/.../)

📝 Example Input

{
  "tiktok_url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@khaby.lame/live"
}

📤 Output Structure

Field	Type	Description
processor	string	URL of the Apify actor that processed this data
processed_at	string	ISO 8601 timestamp when the data was scraped
room_id	string	Unique TikTok internal identifier for the live room
room_title	string	The title set by the streamer for the current live session
stream_urls	array	List of direct HLS/FLV stream links with quality indicators
current_users	integer	Number of viewers currently in the live room
total_user	integer	Total number of unique viewers who have entered the stream
like_count	integer	Cumulative number of likes received during the broadcast
comment_count	integer	Total number of comments posted in the live room
author_id	string	Unique internal identifier for the content creator
author_name	string	The @handle of the TikTok creator
author_nickname	string	The display name of the TikTok creator
author_followers	integer	Current follower count of the creator
author_region	string	Regional code where the account is registered
has_tiktok_shop	boolean	Whether the stream is featuring products via TikTok Shop
is_replay	boolean	Whether the broadcast is a live replay rather than a real-time event

Stream URL Fields

Field	Type	Description
quality	string	Quality label (origin, hd, sd, ld)
level	integer	Priority level of the stream quality (0 is highest)
url	string	Direct HLS or FLV URL for the stream

📤 Example Output

{
  "processor": "https://apify.com/cheapget/tiktok-live-recorder?fpr=aiagentapi",
  "processed_at": "2024-03-20T14:30:00+00:00",
  "room_id": "7348921047128372224",
  "room_title": "Relaxing Music and Vibes! 🎵",
  "live_count": 0,
  "stream_id": "7348921047128372224",
  "stream_urls": [
    {
      "quality": "origin",
      "level": 0,
      "url": "https://pull-hls-f1.tiktokcdn.com/stage/stream-7348921047128372224.m3u8"
    },
    {
      "quality": "hd",
      "level": 1,
      "url": "https://pull-flv-f1.tiktokcdn.com/stage/stream-7348921047128372224_hd.flv"
    }
  ],
  "app_platform": "tiktok",
  "create_time": 1710945000,
  "created_at": "2024-03-20T14:30:00+00:00",
  "is_replay": false,
  "has_tiktok_shop": true,
  "like_count": 12500,
  "total_user": 45000,
  "current_users": 1200,
  "comment_count": 850,
  "author_id": "672314592031",
  "author_name": "music_vibes",
  "author_nickname": "Music & Vibes Official",
  "author_followers": 250000,
  "author_region": "US"
}

🔌 Integrations

Seamlessly connect this actor to your existing pipelines via the Apify API.

🔗 Make.com Integration

Get Started with Make.com (1000 Free Credits) 🎁

┌────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Step 1: Configure Actor Module            │
│  ├─ Add Module: "Run an Actor"             │
│  ├─ Enable Map: Toggle ON                  │
│  ├─ Actor ID: fN4fJgXUfEbeYjNxL            │
│  ├─ Refresh: Click Refresh button          │
│  └─ Input JSON: Add TikTok URL             │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┘
         ↓
┌────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Step 2: Set Execution Mode                │
│  └─ Run synchronously: YES                 │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┘
         ↓
┌────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Step 3: Retrieve Results                  │
│  ├─ Add Module: "Get Dataset Items"        │
│  └─ Dataset ID: defaultDatasetId           │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┘

🎱 N8N.io Integration

Open Source Workflow Automation ⚡

┌────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Step 1: Add Apify Node                    │
│  ├─ Search: "Run an Actor and get dataset" │
│  └─ Category: Apify                        │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┘
         ↓
┌────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Step 2: Configure Actor                   │
│  ├─ Selection Mode: By ID                  │
│  ├─ Actor ID: fN4fJgXUfEbeYjNxL                │
│  └─ Paste from Actor ID section above      │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┘
         ↓
┌────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Step 3: Set Input Parameters              │
│  └─ Modify Input JSON with TikTok URL      │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┘

📚 API Documentation

• Python API - Complete Python client documentation with examples
• JavaScript API - Node.js and browser integration guide
• MCP API - Model Context Protocol integration

🏗️ Metadata for Developers (JSON-LD)

{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "SoftwareApplication",
  "name": "TikTok Live Recorder - Professional Stream Intelligence",
  "alternateName": [
    "TikTok Live Scraper",
    "TikTok Live Stream Downloader",
    "TikTok Live Analytics Tool",
    "TikTok Direct Stream Extractor"
  ],
  "applicationCategory": "DeveloperApplication",
  "applicationSubCategory": "Social Media Intelligence & Archiving",
  "operatingSystem": "Cloud",
  "offers": {
    "@type": "Offer",
    "price": "0.125",
    "priceCurrency": "USD",
    "priceValidUntil": "2099-12-31",
    "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock"
  },
  "description": "Capture ephemeral TikTok live streams with precision. Extract hidden HLS/FLV stream links, track real-time viewer engagement, and profile creators with deep metadata. Perfect for content preservation, audience intelligence, and influencer marketing research.",
  "featureList": [
    "Direct HLS/FLV stream link extraction (Origin, HD, SD, LD)",
    "Real-time viewer count and engagement metrics",
    "Comprehensive creator profile extraction",
    "Stealth bypass for TikTok anti-bot protections",
    "TikTok Shop and commerce feature detection",
    "Replay vs. Real-time broadcast identification",
    "Export to JSON, CSV, Excel formats",
    "API integration ready for automation"
  ],
  "keywords": "TikTok Live Recorder, tiktok live scraper, tiktok live downloader, tiktok stream links, tiktok live analytics, tiktok influencer research, tiktok commerce monitoring, tiktok live recording, tiktok live backup, tiktok content archiving, tiktok audience intelligence, tiktok live stats, tiktok hls extractor, tiktok flv downloader, tiktok live bypass",
  "aggregateRating": {
    "@type": "AggregateRating",
    "ratingValue": "4.9",
    "ratingCount": "320",
    "bestRating": "5"
  },
  "author": {
    "@type": "Organization",
    "name": "cheapget",
    "url": "https://apify.com/cheapget?fpr=aiagentapi"
  },
  "softwareVersion": "1.0",
  "datePublished": "2024-01-01",
  "dateModified": "2026-01-24"
}

🚀 Performance Tips

Optimize your live monitoring runs for speed, cost, and data quality with these best practices:

💰 Cost Optimization

• Metadata Only: The primary cost is the per-request fee. Use it for high-value streams where accurate metadata and direct links are critical.
• Selective Monitoring: Only run the actor when you know a creator is likely to be live to avoid wasteful polling costs.
• Batch Processing: Use the Apify API to start runs in parallel when monitoring multiple important events simultaneously.

⚡ Speed Optimization

• Parallel Runs: If you need to monitor 10 different creators, start 10 separate actor runs to ensure no latency in capturing the "Live Start" event.
• Direct URLs: Always use the full direct live URL (@username/live) for the fastest resolution time.

🛡️ Reliability Best Practices

• Proxy Configuration: Use high-quality residential or datacenter proxies to ensure the stealth engine can bypass TikTok's localized blocks.
• Valid URLs: Ensure the TikTok handle is correct. Short links are supported but direct links are slightly more reliable for long-term automation.
• Status Monitoring: Check the is_replay flag to ensure you are capturing real-time events if your use case requires it.

📊 Data Quality Tips

• Shop Analysis: Use the has_tiktok_shop flag to categorize streamers into "Creators" vs. "Sellers".
• Engagement Ratios: Compare current_users vs. total_user and like_count to detect organic growth vs. sudden viral spikes.
• Stream Link Expiry: Note that direct stream URLs (HLS/FLV) may expire after the broadcast ends. Archive them immediately if needed.

❓ FAQ

Can I get the direct URL to the video stream?

Yes! Unlike standard screen recorders, this Actor extracts the actual HLS (.m3u8) and FLV (.flv) pull URLs used by the TikTok app. You can use these links in players like VLC, or pass them to your own recording server.

Does it work with private or age-restricted streams?

The Actor can access public streams and those with standard age restrictions (via advanced headers). However, content that requires a specific login or is explicitly private to a user's friends list cannot be accessed.

Is the viewer count real-time?

The viewer count (current_users) and engagement data are captured at the exact moment the Actor processes the request. For continuous tracking, you can set the Actor to run at intervals or use the internal recording mode (if available).

What is the difference between "Origin" and "HD" quality?

"Origin" is the source quality pushed by the streamer without re-encoding. "HD", "SD", and "LD" are transcoded versions provided by TikTok's servers for different bandwidth conditions. This Actor provides access to all available variants.

Can I detect if a stream is just a recording (loop)?

While "loops" are harder to detect, the Actor can identify official "Live Replays" via the is_replay flag. For loops, you can analyze the stability of viewer counts and engagement metrics over time.

How do I integrate this with my own database?

You can use Apify's Webhooks to send the output JSON to your server as soon as the run is finished, or fetch the results via the REST API from any application.

🏷️ TikTok Live Recorder

🔥 Search Terms: TikTok Live Recorder, tiktok live scraper, tiktok live stream downloader, tiktok live video capture, tiktok live stream saver, tiktok live recording tool, tiktok live stream capture, tiktok live video downloader, tiktok live stream monitoring, tiktok live stream analytics, tiktok live stream archiving, tiktok direct stream links, tiktok hls extractor, tiktok flv pull url, tiktok creator intelligence, tiktok shop monitoring, tiktok live engagement stats, tiktok viewer count tracker

💼 Use Case: live-monitoring content-archiving influencer-marketing ecommerce-tracking viral-content-detection social-research competitor-analysis brand-protection stream-analytics digital-forensics audience-intelligence market-research trend-analysis automated-archiving creator-vetting

⚖️ Legal & Compliance

This actor extracts publicly available data only. It does not bypass authentication, access private content, or violate platform terms of service. You are responsible for:

• Data Rights: Ensuring you have permission to collect and use the extracted data/video
• Privacy Compliance: Adhering to GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable privacy laws when processing data
• Platform Terms: Respecting TikTok's terms of service and usage policies
• Ethical Use: Using extracted data responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws

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