Announcement
MeTube: Self-hosted YouTube Downloader with Web UI
MeTube is a user-friendly, self-hosted web application for downloading videos and audio from YouTube and other supported sites, acting as a web UI for yt-dlp (or youtube-dl). Securely save your favorite online media offline.
Project Introduction
Summary
MeTube provides a simple web interface to the powerful command-line video downloaders yt-dlp and youtube-dl. It allows users to paste video URLs and download them in various formats directly from their own server, offering control and privacy.
Problem Solved
While command-line tools are powerful, they can be daunting for non-technical users. Public online downloaders often have ads, speed limits, or privacy concerns. MeTube solves this by offering an easy-to-use web interface running on a server the user controls, combining ease of use with privacy and power.
Core Features
Intuitive Web UI
Clean and simple interface for easily pasting links and selecting download options.
Format Selection
Choose preferred video and audio formats and qualities before downloading.
Playlist Support
Download entire YouTube playlists with minimal effort.
Self-hosted Control
Run the downloader on your own server or local machine for maximum privacy and control over your downloads.
Tech Stack
使用场景
MeTube is ideal for various scenarios where you need reliable, private, and flexible online video/audio downloads:
Scenario 1: Personal Media Archival
Details
Download videos or music from online platforms to build a personal offline collection for future reference or offline access.
User Value
Ensures access to content even if it's removed online and avoids streaming data usage for repeated viewing.
Scenario 2: Educational Content Access
Details
Educators and students can download lectures, tutorials, or documentaries for offline study or use in environments with limited internet access.
User Value
Facilitates learning and research by making online educational resources available anytime, anywhere.
Scenario 3: Privacy-Conscious Downloading
Details
Users concerned about privacy on public downloader sites can run MeTube on their own infrastructure to keep their download activity private.
User Value
Provides peace of mind knowing that download requests and history are not shared with third-party services.
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