I know this is kind of baby pirate knowledge but ive always just used a downloader for my streaming service. I have since moved to Linux entirely (massive win BTW, patting myself on the back for that) but there is no Linux-compatible downloader for my specific service. At least not one with the bulk functionality I would like. Any downloaders for Tidal or other sources of high-quality audio, likely to have some relatively niche old death metal? I'm a nerd about the quality.

edit: Just looked at the megathread and there seems to be some tools compatible with Tidal. Regardless, are there any applications that are alternatives? I'd like to see ALL of my options <3

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[–] unknownuserunknownlocation@kbin.earth 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

yt-dlp already supports downloading playlists. If it doesn't work for a specific site, you might as well write it in python and contribute it to yt-dlp directly, that way everyone else can benefit as well.

Mind you, yt-dlp has a strict policy against cracking DRM, so I have my doubts as to if it will work with Tidal in the first place.

[–] dan@upvote.au 2 points 14 hours ago* (last edited 14 hours ago)

yt-dlp has a strict policy against cracking DRM

This is how it stays legal in the USA. Bypassing DRM is a DMCA violation (section 1201), but just downloading content is totally legal.

Its predecessor, youtube-dl, was subject to DMCA takedowns from the RIAA, and they had to get the EFF to help. yt-dlp doesn't want to experience the same issues.