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XiaDown is a local-first library management app with video and sniffing downloads. It is also a client for YouTube, YouTube Music, and RSS, so you can download the media you need with one click while browsing.
CORE FEATURES
Core features
Choose a core feature to open its guide.
01
Library
Video downloads, transcoding, and library management.
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02
Sniffing
Detect and download media from web pages.
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03
Music
Browse and download YouTube Music, and play local music.
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04
YouTube
Browse, play, and download videos.
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05
RSS
Subscribe, read, and download media.
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MOBILE
Mobile
The iPhone and iPad clients are in development.
In development
QUICK LINKS
Common tasks
Install and first launchInstall XiaDown and check its runtime tools.
Meet the five feature areasLearn the main interface and its entry points.
App SessionsConnect sites that require sign-in.
DependenciesCheck yt-dlp, FFmpeg, and Bun.
TroubleshootingCheck common problems by symptom.
FAQFind quick answers about installation, downloads, and usage.