MeTube

Self-Hosted

Self-hosted web UI for downloading videos via yt-dlp

Overview

MeTube is a lightweight self-hosted tool that wraps yt-dlp in an intuitive web interface, enabling easy downloads of videos/audio from YouTube and 1000+ other platforms. It supports batch downloads, format/quality selection, subtitle extraction, and custom yt-dlp arguments. Deployable via a single Docker command or manual setup, it integrates with media workflows while keeping your downloads private and under your control.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  metube:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: metube
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

User-friendly web UI for yt-dlp with batch download support
Format/quality selection and subtitle extraction options
Simple Docker deployment and custom yt-dlp parameter input

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is MeTube hard to install?

No—MeTube is simplest to deploy via Docker using a single command, making setup quick even for beginners. Manual installation is also possible if Docker isn’t preferred.

? Is MeTube a good alternative to proprietary video downloaders?

Yes—MeTube offers full privacy (no usage tracking) and control over downloads, unlike proprietary tools that often limit features in free tiers or collect user data. It supports more platforms via yt-dlp.

? Is MeTube completely free?

Yes—MeTube is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any subscription fees or hidden costs.

Top Alternatives

YouTube Premium (proprietary download feature) Search Google

4K Video Downloader (proprietary desktop tool) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Media Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (no third-party tracking or data sharing)
⊕ Eliminates need for command-line yt-dlp usage
⊕ Lightweight and easy to integrate with media libraries

Cons

⊖ Requires server/Docker setup (technical for non-technical users)
⊖ Depends on yt-dlp updates for platform compatibility
⊖ Lacks built-in media organization features (focuses solely on downloads)