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Downie

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Downie is a powerful macOS video downloading tool that supports easily downloading online videos from thousands of websites including YouTube, Vimeo, and more. Simple to use—just drag and drop links to quickly save your favorite video content.

Downie: Powerful macOS Video Download Tool

Downie is a powerful and user-friendly video download software designed specifically for macOS. Whether you want to save online tutorials, download favorite short clips, or watch videos offline, Downie effortlessly meets your needs.

Core Features

1. Extensive Website Support

  • Currently supports over 1,000 different websites, including major platforms such as YouTube, Youku, Bilibili, Vimeo, and Facebook.
  • The support list is rapidly expanding, with updates every week or every two weeks adding support for new sites.
  • Offers international compatibility, capable of handling websites specific to certain countries or regions.

2. Exceptional YouTube Support

  • Unlike many other YouTube downloaders, Downie supports downloading YouTube videos in high definition, up to 4K resolution, ensuring the best possible viewing experience.

3. Smart Post-Processing

  • Automatic format conversion: Need MP4 for playback on iPhone or iPad? Downie can convert it for you automatically.
  • Audio extraction: Want only the audio track from a video? Simply switch to “Audio Only” mode.
  • These features greatly simplify post-download video processing.

4. Seamless Sync & History

  • Sync your Downie download history via iCloud, keeping your records consistent across all Apple devices.

5. User-Friendly Advanced Features

  • Browser extension: Once installed, you can send video links to Downie with a single click from your browser.
  • Manual extraction guide: For websites not yet directly supported, use this feature to manually guide Downie to download videos or images.
  • Frequent updates: The development team is highly responsive, typically replying to emails within 24 hours, quickly fixing bugs, adding requested site support, and releasing updates approximately once per week.

Purchase & Pricing

Downie offers flexible, direct purchasing options and a free trial:

  • Perpetual License: Pay $19.99 once to get permanent access to Downie.
  • Setapp Subscription: Subscribe to Setapp for $9.99/month and gain access to over 200 high-quality macOS apps, including Downie.
  • Bundle Offer: Purchase Downie and its sister app Permute (media format converter) together for a discounted price of $26.99 (original price: $35).
  • Student Discount: Students can contact us for exclusive discounts.

System Requirements: Current version v4.11.7 requires macOS 11 or later, with macOS 13+ recommended.

Note: Due to Apple App Store policies, Downie cannot be purchased or distributed via the Mac App Store. Please buy directly from the official website or through the app.

Key Advantages

  1. Easy to Use: Intuitive interface—start downloading by simply dragging and dropping or pasting a link, with virtually no learning curve.
  2. Efficient and Reliable: Supports a wide range of websites, boasts high download success rates, and handles high-quality streams including HD and 4K.
  3. Time-Saving: Smart post-processing and frequent updates eliminate the hassle of format conversion or site compatibility issues.
  4. Strong Developer Support: Rapid customer support response and continuous feature updates ensure long-term value and a smooth user experience.

Whether you’re a content creator, educator, or everyday user, Downie is your reliable companion for managing online video content on macOS. Try the free trial to experience its power and convenience firsthand.

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