pyLoad is a download manager designed to be extremely lightweight, easily extensible and fully manageable via the web.
It aims for low hardware requirements and platform independence.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Web User Interface which lets you manage and monitor your download. You can also access it remotely from any device.
- Can also be used with the command-line.
- Extensibility and integration. pyLoad’s extensive plugin support covers video sites, one-click hosters, container formats, and web standards. With this extensibility, you can automate common tasks and unattended downloads.
- Well-documented API allows you to seamlessly integrate the tool with external tools and cross-platform applications.
- Cross-platform support – runs under Linux, macOS and Windows. It is also used on devices such as NAS, routers, and seedboxes.
Website: pyload.net
Support: GitHub Code Repository
Developer: Walter Purcaro, GammaC0de, RaNaN
License: GNU Affero General Public License

pyLoad is written in Python. Learn Python with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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