ArrowDL

ArrowDL is a tool designed for downloading multimedia content from various online platforms. It supports multiple formats and resolutions, allowing you to save videos and audio to your local device.

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• Download from multiple platforms. ArrowDL can extract videos and audio from popular sites such as YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion and others. The tool automatically identifies available content and offers download options.
• Support for different formats. The program can save files in formats such as MP4, MKV, WEBM for video, and MP3, AAC, OGG for audio. Each format is available in several qualities.
• Quality and resolution selection. Before starting the download, the user can choose between different resolutions, from 144p to 4K, depending on availability on the source platform.
• Independent audio extraction. If only the audio is needed, ArrowDL can extract it and save it in MP3 or other formats, without needing to download the full video.
• Playlist download. The tool supports full download of playlists or channels, allowing you to save multiple files sequentially.
• Built-in format conversion. In addition to downloading, ArrowDL includes format conversion functions, avoiding the need for additional software.
• Command line interface. For advanced users, there is the option to control the program via commands, making it easier to automate tasks.
• Integrated download manager. Downloads are managed through an internal system that allows pausing, resuming or canceling ongoing transfers.
• Metadata support. The program can include information such as title, author and thumbnail in the downloaded files, if available from the source.
• Automatic updates. ArrowDL periodically checks for new versions, ensuring compatibility with the latest platforms.
• Proxy configuration. For users requiring specific connections, the software allows manual configuration of proxy servers.

ArrowDL was initially developed in 2020 as a personal solution for fast downloads. Over time, it evolved into a public project. It is written in Python, using libraries such as yt-dlp and FFmpeg for multimedia processing. The development team consists of independent programmers focused on productivity tools.

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