The thread discusses the search for safe sites to download YouTube videos, with participants raising concerns about legal implications and the nature of video access. The scope includes legal considerations, technical methods for downloading, and alternative viewing options.
Participants express differing views on the legality of downloading YouTube videos, with some suggesting that older content may not pose legal issues while others argue that legal concerns remain regardless of the video's age. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the best approach or the legality of the actions discussed.
The discussion highlights the complexity of legal considerations regarding video downloads, with participants referencing external sources for further clarification. There are unresolved questions about the implications of downloading versus streaming content.
For example, the YouTube video;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMY5PCCjdlE
Becomes;
https://yewtu.be/watch?v=IMY5PCCjdlEI want to burn onto DVD.Baluncore said:Download or watch?
Video, or front-end player?
There are many instances of Invidious.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Invidious
If the video does not run, there is an option to open another instance of Invidious.Code:For example, the YouTube video; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMY5PCCjdlE Becomes; https://yewtu.be/watch?v=IMY5PCCjdlE
Just some old music video from the 80s. I have no idea, it's not some current music that worth money. The group is Manhattan Transfer.berkeman said:Can you comment on the legal issues of such downloads please?
https://law.stackexchange.com/quest...een-watching-a-youtube-video-in-a-browser-and