How does the extension handle Youku's streaming technology?

Youku uses a proprietary delivery system, and this extension is being built to resolve those video sources and automatically assemble stream segments into single MP4 files.

What quality can I expect when saving Youku videos?

You will be able to choose from the available options, with a planned maximum of 1080p. VIP-only qualities are expected to need an active Youku VIP session.

Can I download multiple episodes from a drama series at once?

Yes, the extension will allow you to queue multiple videos from a series or playlist page for batch downloading. It is intended to simplify saving entire shows.

Will the original Chinese titles be kept in the filenames?

The extension is designed to preserve Chinese-language titles and metadata in the filenames. This will make it easier to organize your saved content.

Which browsers will this extension support?

It will work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera across Windows, macOS, and Linux. Safari and mobile browsers are not planned for support.

What are the basic steps to save a video?

You will open the Youku page and let the video load, then activate the extension to detect the source. Finally, you will choose a quality and save the file.

Can I use this to watch shows offline without the Youku app?

Yes, the extension is meant for offline viewing of Chinese dramas and variety shows. Your saved MP4 files will be accessible without the app or an internet connection.

Is this tool helpful for learning Mandarin?

It is intended to support Mandarin language study by letting you save Youku content for practice. You will be able to replay videos anytime for listening and comprehension.

Use Youku Downloader only for videos you own or have permission to save. Respect the platform and creators, and do not redistribute downloaded videos without the necessary rights.

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Youku Downloader

Name: Youku Downloader
Brand: SERP Apps
SKU: youku-downloader
Availability: PreOrder
Rating: 4.9 (3 reviews)

Save full Youku dramas and variety shows to your computer and enjoy them anytime, anywhere, without needing the app or an internet connection.

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40,000+ SERP Apps users

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Your downloads never touch our servers

No ads, no tracking, no analytics

One-time payment, lifetime updates

Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux

Email support, answered by the people who built it

About Youku Downloader

Youku Downloader lets you capture complete episodes of Chinese dramas, variety shows, and documentaries directly from your browser. The extension automatically assembles stream segments into clean MP4 files, so you get a single, ready-to-watch video every time. Chinese-language titles and metadata are preserved in the filenames, making it easy to organize your growing library.

Queue up multiple videos from a series or playlist page with the batch download feature. Just open the Youku page, let the video load, and activate the extension to see available save options. Choose your preferred resolution up to 1080p, and the downloader handles the rest. Your content is saved directly to your device for offline viewing whenever you want.

Whether you’re avoiding data caps, preparing for travel, or simply want a backup of your favorite shows, this tool delivers. It works on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera across Windows, macOS, and Linux. No need to keep the Youku app open or rely on a stable connection—your entertainment goes where you go.

Trusted at scale

Trusted by 40k+ SERP Apps users.

Private & local

Private downloads. No ads or tracking.

One connected library

Part of the SERP Apps Extensions Library.

How It Works

Download in 3 clear steps

Open the page, let the extension detect what is available, and save the file to your computer.

Open Youku

Go to the Youku page with the video you want to save and let it load normally in your browser.

Detect the file

Open the extension so it can find the available video source and show the save options for the current page.

Save to your computer

Choose the available quality or file option and save the finished file directly to your device.

Happy Users

Recent customer feedback

Short, practical feedback from people using Youku Downloader in real workflows.

Works where other Youku downloaders fail

I study Mandarin and download Youku dramas with subtitles for language practice. This extension handles Youku's weird streaming format where other tools fail.

Mei Zhang

2025-02-01

Good for offline variety show binge watching

I watch Chinese variety shows and wanted offline copies for long flights. The batch queue downloads entire series playlists which saves a lot of time.

Kevin Tran

2025-03-02

Reliable tool for Chinese media research

As a researcher studying Chinese media, having reliable Youku downloads is essential. This tool handles the encoding formats properly and preserves Chinese titles.

Olivia Hartwell

2025-02-03

These comments and ratings were collected during our July 2026 customer survey and reviewed against support records before publication.

Features

Everything it does

Core capabilities included in Youku Downloader.

Designed to let you grab Youku videos such as dramas, variety shows, and documentaries.

Built to work with the unique streaming and encoding methods used by Youku.

Planned option to pick the resolution you want from what the site offers, all the way to 1080p.

Intended to automatically join stream pieces into a single MP4 file after the download finishes.

Keeps the original Chinese-language titles and metadata in the filenames for easy organization.

Will allow you to line up several videos from a series page or playlist for batch handling.

Works across Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera on desktop computers.

Open Youku: head to the video page and let it load fully in your browser.

Activate the add-on so it can spot the media source and present the saving choices for that page.

Choose the quality or file type you prefer, then save the finished file directly to your computer.

Meant for watching Chinese dramas and variety shows offline, without needing the Youku app.

Save Youku material to support Mandarin language learning and practice.

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Youku Downloader Extension vs Online Downloader Website

Save Youku dramas with original Chinese titles and metadata kept intact.

Youku Downloader

Online Video Downloader

Youku Downloader

Keeps Chinese-language titles and metadata in filenames.

Online Video Downloader

Some sites strip or shorten non-English characters in filenames.

Youku Downloader

Auto-joins stream pieces into a single MP4 file.

Online Video Downloader

Other tools may leave multiple segments that need manual joining.

Youku Downloader

Saves directly to your computer for offline use.

Online Video Downloader

Results may only be accessible on a download page you must revisit.

Youku Downloader

Planned batch handling from a series page or playlist.

Online Video Downloader

Batch grabbing often requires submitting each episode link separately.

Youku Downloader

Organizes files without extra result-page steps.

Online Video Downloader

Some sites open multiple tabs or pop-ups after processing.

Youku Downloader

Designed to support Mandarin language practice offline.

Online Video Downloader

Using an online tool does not give you an offline-ready file by itself.

Compatibility

Works where you work

Available on major desktop browsers and operating systems used in day-to-day workflows.

Browsers

ChromeFirefoxEdgeOpera

Operating Systems

WindowsmacOSLinux

Supported Content

Youku dramas, variety shows, and documentariesUser-uploaded video contentSeries and playlist pages for batch downloadingChinese-language content with preserved titles

Not Supported

Youku VIP-only quality tiers without an authenticated VIP sessionRegion-locked content without appropriate VPN accessSafari and mobile browsersYouku Live streams currently in progress

Downloads

Choose your browser

Pick the browser build you need. When a direct GitHub release is available, you can grab the ZIP there.

Chrome

Chrome support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Firefox

Firefox support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Edge

Edge support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Opera

Opera support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Brave

Brave support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Whale

Whale support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Yandex

Yandex support is in progress and will be enabled soon.

Coming soon

Install from GitHub releases or your user dashboard. ZIP builds include the full desktop extension.

Transparency

Extension permissions explained

Every requested permission and the job it performs inside the extension.

activeTab

Detects Youku video pages on the current tab and displays download controls with quality options.

downloads

Saves assembled MP4 video files from Youku to your local downloads folder.

storage

Stores download queue progress, quality preferences, and segment assembly state locally between sessions.

scripting

Reads video metadata and resolves Youku's proprietary streaming source URLs from the player page.

FAQ

Common questions

It is designed to let you save Youku videos including dramas, variety shows, and documentaries. The extension is being developed to handle Youku's specific streaming format.