How to Download Videos from JW Player?

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How to Download JW Player Streams Effortlessly?

Way 1: Using Free HD Video Converter Factory

Way 2: Use a Browser Extension

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Among the plethora of video hosting platforms, JW Player stands out as a premier choice for content creators and media companies looking to offer quality video streaming with minimal buffering.

The catch? Its sophisticated streaming methods, mainly HLS and MPEG-DASH, are great for secure and efficient streaming but they put a bit of a roadblock on downloading videos directly.

But with the right tools and techniques, you can bypass these hurdles and save JW Player videos for offline viewing. Let's discuss two simple yet effective methods below.

Disclaimer

This following guide is demonstrated for instructional purpose and is limited to personal fair-use only. It is illegal to download copyrighted materials from JW Player for distribution without the copyright holder's consent. WonderFox does not approve of copyright infringement in any way.

Way 1: Using Free HD Video Converter Factory

Step 1. Obtain the HLS or DASH Stream URL

The first step in downloading a video from JW Player is to locate the stream URL. Here's how you can find it:

Open your preferred browser and navigate to a website that hosts the JW Player video you wish to download.
Press "F12" or right-click anywhere on the page and select "Inspect" to open the Developer Tools.
Click on the "Network" tab, go to "All" sub-tag, then refresh the page to reload all elements.
Play the video, and in the filter box of the "Network" tab, type ".m3u8" for HLS streams or ".mpd" for DASH streams.
Once identified, right-click on it, and copy the stream URL.

HLS stream sample:

https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/pYZM1Y8f.m3u8

DASH stream sample:

http://yt-dash-mse-test.commondatastorage.googleapis.com/media/car-20120827-manifest.mpd

Copy HLS or DASH Stream URL from JW Player Video

Step 2. Download from JW Player Video URL

With the stream URL in hand, you can now download the video using WonderFox Free HD Video Converter Factory:

DownloadDownload and install the freeware on your computer.
Launch it and head over to the "Downloader" section.
Click "New Download", paste the HLS or DASH stream URL you just copied, and let the software parse it for a sec.
Pick your preferred video quality and throw it into your download queue.
Choose a save location and hit "Download All".
You can even line up multiple JW Player videos for batch downloading, which is pretty neat if you've got a bunch to save.

Way 2: Use a Browser Extension

For those looking for an even more straightforward approach, browser extensions like CocoCut can be a game-changer:

Install the CocoCut downloader extension on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.
Visit the web page that features the JW Player video you want to save.
Play the video. Once detected, click on the CocoCut icon in your browser's toolbar.
Locate the video you wish to download from the CocoCut panel and click the "Download" icon.
Once the download is complete, save the video file to your local drive.

JW Player Video Downloader Extension - CocoCut

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is downloading videos from JW Player legal?

A: It depends on the content and its copyright. Always respect copyright laws and only download videos for personal use, unless explicitly permitted.

Q2: Why can't I find the ".m3u8" or ".mpd" file in the Developer Tools?

A: Ensure that the video is playing and that you've refreshed the page after opening the Developer Tools. If you still can't find it, the video might be using a different streaming protocol. Also go to "Media" sub-tag and type in ".mp4" to check it out.

Q3: Can I download live streams from JW Player?

A: Downloading live streams is more complex and might not be supported by the mentioned methods. It's best to wait until the stream is available as a standard video.

Q4: Does CocoCut work for downloading DASH streams from JW Player?

A: It allows you to get video and audio from websites, specifically those in HLS/M3U8 format. We hope it will add support for DASH streams in the near future. Currently, you can switch to recording mode to solve the problem.

Q5: Can I use other tools to download videos from JW Player?

A: Yes, other tools like Video DownloadHelper, JDownloader, and IDM (Internet Download Manager) can also be used. However, the effectiveness of these tools may vary depending on the website's specific configurations and protections.