# Dailymotion Downloader (`serpdownloaders/dailymotion-downloader`) Actor Dailymotion Downloader (Unofficial). Authorized-use only - download content you own or have permission to access. - **URL**: https://apify.com/serpdownloaders/dailymotion-downloader.md - **Developed by:** [SERP Downloaders](https://apify.com/serpdownloaders) (community) - **Categories:** Videos, Automation, Social media - **Stats:** 2 total users, 1 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, NaN bookmarks - **User rating**: No ratings yet ## Pricing Pay per usage This Actor is paid per platform usage. The Actor is free to use, and you only pay for the Apify platform usage, which gets cheaper the higher subscription plan you have. Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/platform/actors/running/actors-in-store#pay-per-usage ## What's an Apify Actor? Actors are a software tools running on the Apify platform, for all kinds of web data extraction and automation use cases. In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours, and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store. In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server. Actors are written with capital "A". ## How to integrate an Actor? If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects. You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready. The best way to integrate Actors is as follows. In JavaScript/TypeScript projects, use official [JavaScript/TypeScript client](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js.md): ```bash npm install apify-client ``` In Python projects, use official [Python client library](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python.md): ```bash pip install apify-client ``` In shell scripts, use [Apify CLI](https://docs.apify.com/cli/docs.md): ````bash # MacOS / Linux curl -fsSL https://apify.com/install-cli.sh | bash # Windows irm https://apify.com/install-cli.ps1 | iex ```bash In AI frameworks, you might use the [Apify MCP server](https://docs.apify.com/platform/integrations/mcp.md). If your project is in a different language, use the [REST API](https://docs.apify.com/api/v2.md). For usage examples, see the [API](#api) section below. For more details, see Apify documentation as [Markdown index](https://docs.apify.com/llms.txt) and [Markdown full-text](https://docs.apify.com/llms-full.txt). # README ## Dailymotion Downloader (Browser Extension) > Download supported Dailymotion videos as MP4 files for offline viewing. Dailymotion Downloader is a browser extension for users who want a cleaner way to save Dailymotion videos without relying on browser hacks, screen capture workarounds, or generic tools that miss the real stream. It detects supported Dailymotion media, lets you choose the available quality, and exports the result as MP4 for later playback. - Save supported Dailymotion videos from watch pages - Detect available quality levels exposed by the player - Export MP4 files for easier playback across devices - Keep a browser-first workflow instead of manual extraction - Use a cleaner offline workflow for channels, references, and archives ### Links - :rocket: Get it here: [Dailymotion Downloader](https://serp.ly/dailymotion-downloader) - :new: Latest release: [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/serpapps/dailymotion-downloader/releases/latest) - :question: Help center: [SERP Help](https://help.serp.co/en/) - :beetle: Report bugs: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/serpapps/dailymotion-downloader/issues) - :bulb: Request features: [Feature Requests](https://github.com/serpapps/dailymotion-downloader/issues) ### Preview ![Dailymotion Downloader workflow preview](assets/workflow-preview.webp) ### Table of Contents - [Why Dailymotion Downloader](#why-dailymotion-downloader) - [Features](#features) - [How It Works](#how-it-works) - [Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Download Videos from Dailymotion](#step-by-step-tutorial-how-to-download-videos-from-dailymotion) - [Supported Formats](#supported-formats) - [Who It's For](#who-its-for) - [Common Use Cases](#common-use-cases) - [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting) - [Trial & Access](#trial--access) - [Installation Instructions](#installation-instructions) - [FAQ](#faq) - [License](#license) - [Notes](#notes) - [About Dailymotion](#about-dailymotion) ### Why Dailymotion Downloader Dailymotion videos are often delivered through player-managed sources rather than a simple static file you can right-click and save. That makes casual download attempts inconsistent. Some generic extensions detect nothing, while others fail to surface the actual playback quality you want. Dailymotion Downloader is built to simplify that flow. Open the video, let the extension detect the active media source, choose the available quality, and save the result as MP4 from within the browser. ### Features - Detects supported Dailymotion streams from active video pages - Lists quality variants when multiple resolutions are available (1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, 240p) - Converts HLS streams to downloadable MP4 files in-browser - Video info card with thumbnail, title, duration, and video ID - Right-click context menu for a faster download flow - Real-time progress tracking with download speed and file size - Desktop notifications when downloads complete - Auto-saves to an organized DAILYMOTION subfolder in Downloads - Exports MP4 files for easier offline viewing - Cross-browser support for Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, Firefox, Whale, and Yandex ### How It Works 1. Install the extension from the latest release. 2. Open a Dailymotion video page and press play. 3. Let the extension detect the active media source. 4. Open the popup or use the right-click context menu. 5. Review the video info card and available quality levels. 6. Choose the resolution you want and start the download. 7. Save the final MP4 file locally. ### Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Download Videos from Dailymotion 1. Install Dailymotion Downloader from the latest GitHub release. 2. Open Dailymotion and sign in if the page requires account access. 3. Navigate to the video page you want to keep. 4. Let the player load fully and press play. 5. Click the extension icon in your toolbar or right-click the page. 6. Review the video info card and quality options shown by the extension. 7. Choose the resolution you want if more than one option is available. 8. Start the download and wait for the MP4 export to finish. 9. Open the saved file from your Downloads folder. ### Supported Formats - Input: supported Dailymotion video streams (HLS and direct HTTP) - Input: multiple quality levels (typically 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, 240p) - Output: MP4 Saved files use MP4 so they are easier to replay on standard media players, transfer between devices, or archive for later access. ### Who It's For - Dailymotion viewers who want offline copies of supported videos - Users archiving public or authorized reference material - People who want a browser extension instead of manual media extraction - Users saving videos for travel, review, or internal reference - Content creators who need to archive their own uploaded videos ### Common Use Cases - Save a Dailymotion video for later playback - Export the highest available quality as MP4 - Keep a local copy of reference material for offline access - Avoid using manual screen recording for simple downloads - Archive your own uploaded content from Dailymotion ### Troubleshooting **The extension does not detect the video** Press play first and wait a few seconds for the player to initialize the active source. **No quality picker appears** Some pages expose only one playable stream, so only one option may be available. **The page looks loaded but the extension is empty** Refresh the page and retry after starting playback again. Make sure the URL contains /video/. **The download stopped or failed partway through** Check whether your internet connection dropped during the export. Retry the download from the popup. **The extension does not work on an embedded Dailymotion video** Navigate to the original Dailymotion.com video page first, then use the extension from there. ### Trial & Access - Includes **3 free downloads** so you can test the workflow first - Email sign-in uses secure one-time password verification - No credit card required for the trial - Unlimited downloads are available with a paid license Start here: [https://serp.ly/dailymotion-downloader](https://serp.ly/dailymotion-downloader) ### Installation Instructions 1. Open the latest release page: [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/serpapps/dailymotion-downloader/releases/latest) 2. Download the correct build for your browser. 3. Install the extension. 4. Open a Dailymotion video page. 5. Use the popup to detect and download the media. ### FAQ **Can I save Dailymotion videos as MP4?** Yes. Supported videos are exported as MP4 files. **Do I need separate recording software?** No. The workflow stays inside the extension. **Does it work on every Dailymotion page?** It works on supported playback flows. Detection depends on how the media is exposed on that page. **Does it work with embedded Dailymotion videos?** The extension works on Dailymotion.com video pages. For embedded videos on other sites, navigate to the original Dailymotion video page first. **Where are videos saved?** They are saved to your default Downloads location, typically inside a DAILYMOTION subfolder. **What browsers are supported?** Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, Firefox, Whale, and Yandex. ### License This repository is distributed under the proprietary SERP Apps license in the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file. Review that file before copying, modifying, or redistributing any part of this project. ### Notes - Only download content you own or have explicit permission to save - An internet connection is required for downloads - Quality options depend on what the uploader provided - The page URL should contain /video/ for detection to work - Please comply with Dailymotion's terms of service ### About Dailymotion Dailymotion is a large video platform used for entertainment, clips, and reference media. Dailymotion Downloader is meant to make supported downloads easier for users who can already access the video in their browser. # Actor input Schema ## `listingNotice` (type: `string`): Optional informational field only. This actor currently serves as the public listing surface for the browser extension and does not yet expose a finalized runtime API contract. ## Actor input object example ```json { "listingNotice": "No runtime input is required yet. See the README and product page for the current extension workflow." } ```` # API You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup. ## JavaScript example ```javascript import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client'; // Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token // Replace the '' with your token const client = new ApifyClient({ token: '', }); // Prepare Actor input const input = {}; // Run the Actor and wait for it to finish const run = await client.actor("serpdownloaders/dailymotion-downloader").call(input); // Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any) console.log('Results from dataset'); console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`); const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems(); items.forEach((item) => { console.dir(item); }); // 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs ``` ## Python example ```python from apify_client import ApifyClient # Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token # Replace '' with your token. client = ApifyClient("") # Prepare the Actor input run_input = {} # Run the Actor and wait for it to finish run = client.actor("serpdownloaders/dailymotion-downloader").call(run_input=run_input) # Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any) print("💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/" + run["defaultDatasetId"]) for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items(): print(item) # 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start ``` ## CLI example ```bash echo '{}' | apify call serpdownloaders/dailymotion-downloader --silent --output-dataset ``` ## MCP server setup ```json { "mcpServers": { "apify": { "command": "npx", "args": [ "mcp-remote", "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=serpdownloaders/dailymotion-downloader", "--header", "Authorization: Bearer " ] } } } ``` ## OpenAPI specification ```json { "openapi": "3.0.1", "info": { "title": "Dailymotion Downloader", "description": "Dailymotion Downloader (Unofficial). Authorized-use only - download content you own or have permission to access.", "version": "0.0", "x-build-id": "tfdqn0U9AXfqMCinX" }, "servers": [ { "url": "https://api.apify.com/v2" } ], "paths": { "/acts/serpdownloaders~dailymotion-downloader/run-sync-get-dataset-items": { "post": { "operationId": "run-sync-get-dataset-items-serpdownloaders-dailymotion-downloader", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor, waits for its completion, and returns Actor's dataset items in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK" } } } }, "/acts/serpdownloaders~dailymotion-downloader/runs": { "post": { "operationId": "runs-sync-serpdownloaders-dailymotion-downloader", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor and returns information about the initiated run in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK", "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/runsResponseSchema" } } } } } } }, "/acts/serpdownloaders~dailymotion-downloader/run-sync": { "post": { "operationId": "run-sync-serpdownloaders-dailymotion-downloader", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor, waits for completion, and returns the OUTPUT from Key-value store in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK" } } } } }, "components": { "schemas": { "inputSchema": { "type": "object", "properties": { "listingNotice": { "title": "Listing notice", "type": "string", "description": "Optional informational field only. This actor currently serves as the public listing surface for the browser extension and does not yet expose a finalized runtime API contract.", "default": "No runtime input is required yet. See the README and product page for the current extension workflow." } } }, "runsResponseSchema": { "type": "object", "properties": { "data": { "type": "object", "properties": { "id": { "type": "string" }, "actId": { "type": "string" }, "userId": { "type": "string" }, "startedAt": { "type": "string", "format": "date-time", "example": "2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z" }, "finishedAt": { "type": "string", "format": "date-time", "example": "2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z" }, "status": { "type": "string", "example": "READY" }, "meta": { "type": "object", "properties": { "origin": { "type": "string", "example": "API" }, "userAgent": { "type": "string" } } }, "stats": { "type": "object", "properties": { "inputBodyLen": { "type": "integer", "example": 2000 }, "rebootCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "restartCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "resurrectCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "computeUnits": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } }, "options": { "type": "object", "properties": { "build": { "type": "string", "example": "latest" }, "timeoutSecs": { "type": "integer", "example": 300 }, "memoryMbytes": { "type": "integer", "example": 1024 }, "diskMbytes": { "type": "integer", "example": 2048 } } }, "buildId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultKeyValueStoreId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultDatasetId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultRequestQueueId": { "type": "string" }, "buildNumber": { "type": "string", "example": "1.0.0" }, "containerUrl": { "type": "string" }, "usage": { "type": "object", "properties": { "ACTOR_COMPUTE_UNITS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 1 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_LISTS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_INTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_EXTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_RESIDENTIAL_TRANSFER_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_SERPS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } }, "usageTotalUsd": { "type": "number", "example": 0.00005 }, "usageUsd": { "type": "object", "properties": { "ACTOR_COMPUTE_UNITS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_WRITES": { "type": "number", "example": 0.00005 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_LISTS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_INTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_EXTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_RESIDENTIAL_TRANSFER_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_SERPS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } } } } } } } } } ```