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video-download

Download video, audio, and subtitles from over 1000 public sites via yt-dlp.

602|12|Updated Apr 22, 2026
Search Tags:#yt-dlp#video download#audio download#subtitle extraction#media download#offline video#youtube download
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/video-production-buddy/video-production-buddy --skill video-download-video-production-buddy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-download
Source: https://github.com/video-production-buddy/video-production-buddy/tree/main/.agents/local/skills/video-download
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/video-production-buddy/video-production-buddy --skill video-download-video-production-buddy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually downloading videos, audio, or subtitles from various streaming and media sites is time-consuming, often requires paid subscriptions or platform-specific accounts, and many sites do not offer easy direct download options for offline use or content repurposing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-site media download: Retrieve video and audio files from YouTube and over 1000 supported public sites without needing any API keys.
  • Flexible content extraction: Extract audio-only files, download subtitles/captions in multiple languages, or pull video metadata like title, duration, and uploader without downloading the full file.
  • Use Case: A content creator can use this skill to download a reference tutorial video for offline editing, extract its audio to use as a podcast clip, and grab English and Spanish subtitles to localize the content for different audiences, all with a single tool.

Quick Start

Use the video-download skill to download the highest quality MP4 of the YouTube video at https://youtube.com/watch?v=example and save it to your Downloads folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-download

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I download video and audio from YouTube without an API key?▼

To download video and audio without an API key, this skill uses yt-dlp to retrieve media directly from thousands of public hosting platforms without requiring paid API keys or platform-specific user accounts.

Can I extract audio only and download subtitles from a video?▼

Yes, you can extract audio-only files and download subtitles or captions in multiple languages. It also pulls video metadata like title, duration, and uploader without downloading the full media file.

Does video download work with ffmpeg for merged stream downloads?▼

Yes, video download works with ffmpeg for merged stream downloads. It uses yt-dlp with ffmpeg integration to merge video and audio streams, enabling cross-platform media retrieval and quality selection.

What is the best way to archive offline videos from public streaming sites?▼

The best way to archive offline videos from public streaming sites is using yt-dlp to retrieve the highest quality MP4 files. It supports over 1000 public sites for cross-platform media retrieval and offline video archiving.

Do I need a platform-specific account to download media for content repurposing?▼

No, you do not need a platform-specific account to download media for content repurposing. It extracts audio clips, subtitles, and video files directly from public sites without requiring user accounts.

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