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YouTube Downloader

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YouTube Downloader

YouTube Downloader

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🚀Easily download YouTube videos, shorts and Audio with direct CDN links! Get multiple resolutions (1080p to 360p), separate audio streams, thumbnails, metadata, and quality options in MP4/WebM formats. Perfect for bulk downloading! 🎥YouTube Downloader.

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YouTube Downloader - Professional Video & Audio Extraction Tool

🚀 Effortlessly download YouTube videos, shorts and mp3 with our enterprise-grade powerful actor! This Apify YouTube Downloader enables you to batch download YouTube content while preserving high video quality, comprehensive metadata, and direct CDN access.


📖 Overview

Need to archive YouTube content or download videos for offline use? This YouTube Downloader delivers:

  • Multiple Formats: MP4 and WebM video formats
  • Separate Audio Tracks: High-quality M4A and WebM audio streams
  • Full Metadata: Titles, channels, durations, thumbnails
  • Quality Options: 1080p to 360p resolutions
  • Bulk Processing: Handle multiple URLs simultaneously

Perfect for content creators 🎬, researchers 🔬, educators 📚, and app developers 📱!

⚡ Core Capabilities/Key Features

🎥 Media Options

  • Multiple Resolutions: 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, and more
  • Dual Formats: MP4 and WebM container support
  • Separate Audio: Dedicated audio streams with bitrate information
  • Thumbnails: High-quality preview images
  • Batch Mode: Process multiple YouTube URLs per run

📊 Metadata Mastery

  • Video Titles: Complete title extraction
  • Channel Information: Creator channel names
  • Duration: Human-readable timing (seconds/minutes)
  • Quality Details: Resolution and format specifications

🔧 Advanced Tech

  • Direct CDN Links: Access to Google's video servers
  • Audio Bitrate Info: Detailed audio quality metrics
  • Format Explanations: Clear technical descriptions
  • Quality Fallback: Multiple resolution options

⌨️ Input Configuration

Just enter YouTube video URLs in the Input Section then click the "start" button and wait for the results. The YouTube Downloader supports various URL formats:

{
"video_urls": [
{
"url": "https://youtube.com/shorts/3itv_ow_vvA?si=lpEYR98ghWCPL35k",
"method": "GET"
},
{
"url": "https://youtu.be/6ttobrfMnyQ?si=IBiB7vmyR_gP-d5u",
"method": "GET"
}
]
}

📋 Input Specifications

ParameterTypeRequiredDescription
video_urlsArrayYesYouTube video URLs to process
urlStringYesValid YouTube URL (shorts, youtu.be, or youtube.com)
methodStringYesHTTP method (GET recommended)

📤 Output Structure

The YouTube Downloader provides comprehensive output:

[
{
"original_url": "https://youtube.com/shorts/3itv_ow_vvA?si=lpEYR98ghWCPL35k",
"title": "এই ভাত আমি খাব না#short",
"channel": "Rupa+Arpan sharma",
"duration": "15s",
"thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3itv_ow_vvA/sd2.jpg",
"qualities": [
{
"resolution": "1080p",
"format": "webm",
"video_link": "https://rr2---sn-uhvcpax0n5-w5me.googlevideo.com/...",
"has_audio": false,
"audio_links": [
{
"audio_link": "https://rr2---sn-uhvcpax0n5-w5me.googlevideo.com/...",
"audio_format": "m4a",
"audio_bitrate": 49.517,
"explanation": "Audio format: m4a, Bitrate: 49.517 kbps"
}
],
"explanation": "Resolution: 1080p, Format: webm, No audio in video, see audio_link"
}
],
"all_audio_formats": [
{
"audio_link": "https://rr2---sn-uhvcpax0n5-w5me.googlevideo.com/...",
"audio_format": "m4a",
"audio_bitrate": 49.517,
"explanation": "Audio format: m4a, Bitrate: 49.517 kbps"
}
]
}
]

📊 Output Field Documentation

📝 Metadata Section

FieldDescription
original_urlOriginal YouTube URL processed
titleComplete video title
channelCreator's channel name
durationVideo length in human-readable format
thumbnailHigh-quality thumbnail image URL

🎬 Quality Options

FieldDescription
resolutionVideo resolution (1080p, 720p, 480p, etc.)
formatContainer format (mp4, webm)
video_linkDirect video download URL
has_audioBoolean indicating if video includes audio
explanationTechnical format description

🎵 Audio Streams

FieldDescription
audio_linkDirect audio download URL
audio_formatAudio format (m4a, webm)
audio_bitrateAudio quality in kbps
explanationAudio technical details

🏆 Quality Tiers Available

This YouTube Downloader automatically detects and provides multiple quality options:

  1. High Definition - 1080p with advanced codec support
  2. Standard Definition - 720p and 480p for balanced quality
  3. Mobile Optimized - 360p and lower for bandwidth conservation
  4. Audio-Only - Separate high-quality audio streams

Each quality tier includes technical specifications for professional workflows.


🔬 Technical Features

🎯 Advanced Format Support

  • Multiple video codec extraction
  • Separate audio/video stream access
  • Container format detection (MP4, WebM)
  • Bitrate information for audio streams

📈 Metadata Extraction

  • Accurate duration timing
  • Channel attribution data
  • Title preservation
  • Technical format specifications

🛡️ Reliability Features

  • Direct CDN access for maximum reliability
  • Multiple quality fallback options
  • Comprehensive error handling
  • URL validation and normalization

💼 Use Cases

  • Content Creators – Archive and backup YouTube content
  • App Developers – Build YouTube-powered applications
  • Researchers – Study video content and trends
  • Educators – Download educational materials for offline use
  • Marketers – Analyze competitor video content
  • Archivists – Preserve important YouTube videos

❓ Why Choose Our YouTube Downloader?

  • Reliable Performance: Stable and efficient downloading process
  • Multiple Formats: Support for various video and audio formats
  • User-Friendly: Simple interface for both beginners and advanced users
  • Comprehensive Data: Get all metadata and quality options in one place
  • Batch Processing: Handle multiple videos simultaneously

⚠️ Limitations

  • Only works with publicly accessible YouTube videos
  • The actor may hit rate limits depending on YouTube's restrictions
  • Some videos may have download restrictions by uploaders

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📧 Need Customization?

Want *higher resolutions, **custom formats, or *enhanced metadata extraction?

✉️ Email codenest2.0@gmail.com for tailored solutions!


⭐ The ultimate YouTube Downloader for all your video extraction needs!