douyin

Download Douyin (抖音) videos. Use when user wants to: (1) download Douyin videos, (2) get video info (title, author, stats). Supports short links (v.douyin.com) and full URLs.

2starsUpdated 5/9/2026

Data Science & ML #media-tools #video-download #web-scraping #browser-automation #python #douyin

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About douyin

The Douyin skill enables users to download videos from Douyin (抖音) and retrieve detailed video information, addressing the common need to save or analyze content from the platform. By leveraging browser automation, this skill allows seamless access to video data without requiring manual interaction, streamlining the process of obtaining media for personal use, research, or content creation. It supports both short links (v.douyin.com) and full URLs, ensuring compatibility with the various link formats shared across Douyin.

FAQ

How do I download a Douyin video using this skill?

You can download a video by running the provided download script with the video's URL. For example: `python scripts/download.py "https://v.douyin.com/xxx"`. You can also specify an output directory with `--output ./videos` or retrieve video info only with `--info-only`.

Do I need to set up anything before using the skill?

Yes, a one-time setup is required to log in and configure a browser profile. Use the command: `python -m nodriver_kit.tools.login_interactive --url https://www.douyin.com --profile douyin`.

Which types of links are supported?

Both short Douyin links (v.douyin.com) and full video URLs from Douyin are supported.

Are there any platform or Python version requirements?

The skill relies on Python and browser automation, so a compatible Python environment and necessary browser drivers must be installed. Specific version requirements are determined by the underlying automation tools.

Can this skill retrieve video information without downloading the video?

Yes, by using the `--info-only` option with the download script, you can retrieve metadata such as title, author, and statistics without downloading the video.