Yt-dlite

yt-dlite is a cutting-edge, lightweight video downloader designed for speed, efficiency, and reliability. With support for over 1,200 popular platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X(Twitter). Also yt-dlite's built-in converter offers a simple friendly solution, allowing you to quickly convert your downloads(YouTube playlists, Instagram stories, TikTok clips, or media from countless other sites) into the format of your choice, with exceptional performance, flexibility, and ease of use, all within a clean, modern interface.

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Images Showing different languages searches, and some cool features!

Features

YT-DLite goes beyond basic downloading with built-in, powerful conversion tools for both online and local media - all completely free. No ads, no subscriptions, no hidden costs.

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Video Conversion

Convert videos between formats like MP4, MKV, WebM, AVI, and GIF with preserved quality

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Audio Extraction

Extract high-quality audio as MP3, WAV, M4A, and more from any video

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Format Conversion

Convert audio files across formats with smart quality preservation

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Smart Processing

Intelligent merging of video/audio when needed — done automatically

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Dual Interface

Switch between GUI and CLI based on your workflow needs

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Dark & Light Themes

Choose your preferred visual mode for comfortable use

Key Features

Download yt-dlite

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Windows

Version 1.0.0

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Linux

Version 1.0.0

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macOS

Version 1.0.0

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Latest Release: April 30, 2025

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Install from Command Line


Before installing, make sure Python 3.6+ and FFmpeg are installed on your system.

For more information, visit our installation guide.

Windows
Linux/Debian
macOS

Windows

git clone https://github.com/1winner137/yt-dlite.git
cd yt-dlite/installation
installation.bat

For Downloading source code and manual compiling, visit our GitHub repository.

Fig: Home display when user search with different languages

Fig: search results with different language



Documentation

Getting Started

Basic Usage (GUI)

  1. Launch YT-DLite from your applications menu.
  2. Paste a URL or enter search keywords in the search bar.
  3. Select your preferred format and quality.
  4. Choose destination folder and click Download.

Basic Usage (CLI)

To download a video via Command Line:

yt-dlite4cmd.exe [options] [urls]

Positional arguments:

  • [urls] - URL or Link to download

Options

  •     --video - any video URL to download
  •     --audio - any audio URL to download
  •     --format - Specify format for video or audio (e.g., mp4, webm, mp3)
  •     --output - Specify custom output directory
  •     --list-formats - List available formats for the given YouTube URL
  •     --resume - Resume partially downloaded files
  •     --help - Show this help message

yt-dlite screenshot

Fig: Showing incomplete downloads, in Kali-linux

Frequently Asked Questions

Is yt-dlite free?

Yes, yt-dlite is completely free and open source. No ads, no subscriptions, no hidden costs ever.

What sites does YT-DLite support?

YT-DLite supports 1200+ sites, like YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), TikTok, Twitch, and many more! Whether you're downloading from mainstream platforms or niche websites, YT-DLite has you covered with seamless, high-speed downloads.

Where can I report issues, problems, or bugs?

You can report issues by opening a discussion on our official GitHub page:
👉 GitHub Discussions

Alternatively, you can email us directly at:
📧 support@yt-dlite.com

All reports are reviewed and addressed as quickly as possible.

Can I download playlists?

Yes, YT-DLite supports downloading entire playlists or selecting specific videos from a playlist.

What makes YT-DLite different from other downloaders?

YT-DLite combines powerful features with simplicity. It offers both GUI and CLI interfaces, supports multiple user modes, provides advanced conversion tools, handles high-resolution content, and integrates subtitles - all while being lightweight and fast.

Is it legal to use YT-DLite?

YT-DLite is legal software, but users are responsible for complying with site terms of service and copyright laws in their jurisdiction. We recommend only downloading content you have permission to use.

What video and audio formats are supported?

YT-DLite supports a wide range of formats including MP4, MKV, WebM, AVI, GIF for video, and MP3, WAV, M4A, and more for audio.

What Makes yt-dlite Like an Excavator? Sometimes Like a Jet or super-sonic car

yt-dlite is built to handle tough jobs—much like an excavator digging deep to extract valuable materials. It operates reliably even on slower internet connections, down to 0.04 Mbps, and performs heavy tasks like downloading large files or full playlists with precision.

In more favorable conditions, yt-dlite behaves like a jet: fast, sleek, and efficient—downloading, converting, and managing media at high speed with expert-level control for advanced users.

However, when internet speeds drop significantly below 0.01 Mbps, for long time particularly during large or long downloads, when using GUI you may occasionally encounter a temporary freeze(yt-dlite stucking) due to thread delay. This is false positive that can usually be resolved by restarting the application. To do so, just cancel if fails, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager, locate "yt-dlite," right-click it, and select "End Task." Then, reopen the app to continue from where you left off.

Don’t worry—yt-dlite automatically remembers all your downloads, including incomplete ones. As we continue to evolve, future versions will be optimized to perform even under ultra-low speeds—as low as 0.00001 Mbps—with even greater stability and reliability.

About yt-dlite

YT-DLite was created to provide a simple, efficient way to download and convert videos without bloat or unnecessary features. Our focus is on speed, reliability, and user experience, while offering professional-grade features for all types of users.

Our Mission

To provide the most powerful and user-friendly media downloading and conversion tool that's accessible to everyone—offering complete freedom without any cost barriers. And making sure No download goes unresolved. Whether it’s a stubborn video, playlist, or rare format, yt-dlite is built to handle it all with precision and ease—earning its place as a leader in the download utility space.

Contact

For support or inquiries, please reach out to us at: support@yt-dlite.com

yt-dlite is open source! Contribute on GitHub:

GitHub Repository