MeowLoad CLI
Starting with v3.9.9, Meowload includes the meowload command-line tool so you can download videos, audio, images, live streams, and subtitles directly from the terminal — perfect for command-line fans or scripts that need to integrate downloading.
How it works
The meowload CLI talks to the Meowload desktop app to perform tasks. When you run info or download in the terminal, the CLI automatically launches the desktop app (if it isn't already running), which then parses and downloads the resource.
The CLI requires the Meowload desktop app to be installed and you must be signed in.
System requirements
| OS | Supported |
|---|---|
| macOS | ✅ Supported |
| Windows | ✅ Supported |
The CLI is bundled with the desktop app — no separate install. If you don't have the desktop app yet, get it from the download page.
Verify the install
After installing the desktop app, open a terminal and run:
meowload version
If installed correctly, it prints the current version:
{"version":"3.9.9"}
Quick start
Download resources
Use download to grab all media in a link:
meowload download https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
Only video:
meowload download https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ --media_type video
Only audio and images:
meowload download https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ --media_type audio,image
Inspect a link
Use info to see what media is available at a URL:
meowload info https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
Command list
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
meowload download | Download the media in a link |
meowload info | Inspect the available media in a link |
meowload convert | Convert media files (video / audio / image) |
meowload md5 | Modify a file's MD5 hash |
meowload completion | Generate a shell autocompletion script |
meowload version | Print the current version |
meowload help | Show help |