YouTube Video Scraper & Downloader - Enterprise-Grade Media Extraction Platform

Professional-grade YouTube video downloader solution for extracting high-quality video content with comprehensive metadata, multiple format options, and direct streaming access.

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Overview

The YouTube Video Scraper & Downloader is an advanced automation tool designed for professionals who require high-fidelity YouTube content with complete technical and engagement metadata. This sophisticated YouTube video downloader extracts videos from provided URLs while delivering multiple resolution options, detailed format specifications, and comprehensive channel analytics.

Core Capabilities

• Multi-format video downloads with resolution options up to 8K UHD (7680x4320)
• Complete metadata extraction including engagement metrics, channel verification, and content details
• Advanced quality analysis with frame rate, codec, and container specifications
• Comprehensive channel profiling with verification status and analytics
• Professional-grade YouTube video downloader functionality for enterprise workflows

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Input Configuration

{
  "video_urls": [
    {
      "url": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs",
      "method": "GET"
    }
  ]
}

Input Specifications

Parameter	Type	Required	Description
video_urls	Array	Yes	YouTube video URLs to process
url	String	Yes	Valid YouTube video URL (watch?v= format)
method	String	Yes	HTTP method (GET recommended)

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Output Structure

[
  {
    "title": "REAL 8K HDR - Best of 8K Video ULTRA HD - Dolby Vision",
    "type": "long",
    "id": "cmGo8hM_nhs",
    "url": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs",
    "thumbnailUrl": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cmGo8hM_nhs/maxresdefault.jpg",
    "viewCount": 56827,
    "date": "2025-04-09T00:00:00.000Z",
    "likes": 372,
    "channelName": "4K Video ULTRA HD",
    "channelUrl": "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
    "channelId": "UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
    "channelUsername": "4K Video ULTRA HD",
    "isChannelVerified": true,
    "inputChannelUrl": "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
    "isAgeRestricted": false,
    "aboutChannelInfo": {
      "channelUsername": "4K Video ULTRA HD",
      "isChannelVerified": true,
      "channelName": "4K Video ULTRA HD",
      "channelUrl": "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
      "channelId": "UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
      "inputChannelUrl": "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
      "isAgeRestricted": false
    },
    "duration": "10m 17s",
    "commentsCount": 17,
    "text": "8K HDR - Best of 8K Video ULTRA HD - Dolby Vision with the best calm and relaxing background music...",
    "order": 0,
    "commentsTurnedOff": false,
    "hashtags": ["4kvideoultrahd", "4k", "4kvideo", "4khdr", "12khdr", "hdrvideo", "12k", "hdr", "dolbyvision"],
    "input": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs",
    "fromChannelListPage": "video",
    "categories": ["People & Blogs"],
    "fps": 60,
    "width": 7680,
    "height": 4320,
    "live_status": "not_live",
    "age_limit": 0,
    "playable_in_embed": true,
    "webpage_url": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs",
    "original_url": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmGo8hM_nhs",
    "channel_url": "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
    "channel_id": "UCRauo6y9tx0FB0OLLtqLA-g",
    "channel": "4K Video ULTRA HD",
    "channel_is_verified": true,
    "resolution": "7680x4320",
    "aspect_ratio": 1.78,
    "protocol": "https",
    "format_note": "4320p60 HDR",
    "qualities": [
      {
        "resolution": "7680x4320",
        "format": "mp4",
        "fps": 60,
        "has_audio": false,
        "protocol": "https",
        "format_note": "4320p60 HDR",
        "url": "https://rr5---sn-vgqskn6z.googlevideo.com/videoplayback?...",
        "explanation": "Resolution: 7680x4320, Format: mp4, No audio in video"
      }
    ]
  }
]

Output Field Documentation

Content Metadata Section

Field	Description
title	Complete video title with original formatting
type	Content classification (short/long/live)
id	YouTube's unique video identifier
viewCount	Total view count with engagement metrics
date	Publication timestamp in ISO 8601 format
likes	Engagement like count
duration	Human-readable duration format
commentsCount	Total number of comments
categories	YouTube-assigned content categories

Channel Information

Field	Description
channelName	Official channel name
channelUrl	Direct channel URL
channelId	YouTube's unique channel identifier
isChannelVerified	Channel verification status
channel_is_verified	Alternative verification flag
aboutChannelInfo	Comprehensive channel profile object

Technical Specifications

Field	Description
resolution	Native video resolution (width x height)
fps	Frames per second (up to 60fps)
width	Horizontal pixel count
height	Vertical pixel count
aspect_ratio	Display aspect ratio calculation
format_note	Quality description with HDR/SDR flags

Content Analysis

Field	Description
text	Complete video description text
hashtags	Extracted SEO and topic hashtags
isAgeRestricted	Age gate status
commentsTurnedOff	Comment functionality status
live_status	Live streaming status indicator

Quality Options Array

Field	Description
resolution	Specific quality resolution
format	Container format (mp4/webm)
fps	Frame rate for specific quality
has_audio	Audio stream availability
protocol	Streaming protocol used
format_note	Quality tier description
url	Direct CDN access URL
explanation	Technical format details

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Quality Tiers Available

This advanced YouTube video downloader automatically detects and provides multiple quality options:

1. 8K Ultra HD - 7680x4320 (4320p) with HDR support and 60fps
2. 4K High Definition - 3840x2160 (2160p) with multiple format options
3. 2K Quad HD - 2560x1440 (1440p) with HDR variants
4. Full HD - 1920x1080 (1080p) at 60fps
5. HD Ready - 1280x720 (720p) standard definition
6. Standard Definition - 854x480 and 640x360 for mobile optimization

Each quality tier includes comprehensive technical specifications for professional video editing and archival workflows, making this YouTube video downloader ideal for content preservation.

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Technical Features

Advanced Format Support

• Multi-container compatibility (MP4, WebM, DASH formats)
• High frame rate extraction (up to 60fps for smooth motion)
• HDR content preservation (Dolby Vision, HDR10 support)
• Adaptive streaming format extraction with direct CDN access

Comprehensive Metadata Extraction

• Complete engagement analytics (views, likes, comment counts)
• Channel verification status and profile completeness
• Content categorization with YouTube taxonomy
• Temporal metadata with precise upload timestamps

Advanced YouTube Video Downloader Capabilities

• Age restriction detection for compliance workflows
• Comment functionality status monitoring
• Hashtag extraction for content analysis
• Live stream status identification and handling

Reliability Features

• Direct Google CDN access for maximum reliability and speed
• Multiple quality fallback options with format explanations
• Comprehensive error handling and URL validation
• Rate limit management for continuous operation

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Enterprise Applications

Media Production Studios

• Source high-quality YouTube content for professional editing projects
• Access multiple resolutions for different distribution platforms
• Preserve original 8K/HDR quality for archival and repurposing
• Utilize this professional YouTube video downloader for content acquisition

Market Research Firms

• Analyze competitor content strategies with complete metadata
• Track engagement metrics across video quality tiers
• Study content categorization and hashtag effectiveness
• Leverage this advanced YouTube video downloader for competitive intelligence

Academic Research Institutions

• Study video format adoption patterns and quality preferences
• Analyze social media video trends with comprehensive metadata
• Collect engagement data for academic research publications
• Use this research-grade YouTube video downloader for data collection

Content Archival Services

• Preserve digital content with highest available quality
• Maintain complete metadata for future reference
• Archive channel verification status and historical data
• Employ this reliable YouTube video downloader for preservation workflows

Development Teams & Platforms

• Integrate YouTube content into custom applications and platforms
• Build content aggregation and analysis tools
• Develop social media monitoring and analytics dashboards
• Implement this robust YouTube video downloader API for scalable operations

SEO & Digital Marketing Agencies

• Analyze video performance metrics for optimization strategies
• Extract competitor hashtags and content strategies
• Monitor engagement patterns across different content types
• Utilize this comprehensive YouTube video downloader for market analysis

This enterprise-grade YouTube video downloader provides unmatched capabilities for professionals requiring reliable, high-quality video extraction with comprehensive analytical metadata, making it the ultimate solution for YouTube content acquisition and analysis.