VDL

Free plan Windows

What VDL is

VDL is free Windows software for downloading online videos and editing them. It supports YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Vimeo, and more than 1,000 other websites. Downloads can be saved in MP4, WebM, AVI, MKV, MOV, or MP3, with selectable quality from 360p through 4K. Playlist support downloads complete playlists and shows progress for each video. An integrated browser lets you open supported sites and start downloads with one click. Download history can be searched and filtered, while favorites help locate items for another download. Seven listed editing tools convert, compress, merge, cut, extract, adjust or remove audio, and add overlays. VDL processes downloads locally. Its terms say no account is required, personal data is not collected or transmitted, and tracking and analytics are not implemented. The application may connect online for metadata and third-party content. Windows 10/11 64-bit installer and portable editions are available. Use is licensed for personal, non-commercial offline viewing.

Who it suits

VDL suits Windows 10/11 64-bit users who want downloads from many video sites, playlist handling, and basic editing. It is intended for personal, non-commercial offline viewing.

What it does well

Supports more than 1,000 websites
Downloads quality up to 4K
Handles complete playlists
Includes seven editing tools
No account or tracking required

What to know first

Windows 10/11 64-bit only
No free trial
Personal, non-commercial use only
Compatibility is not guaranteed for all platforms

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
VDL Desktop	Free software · personal, non-commercial use	Free

As vdl.mdvzone.com lists them, read 12 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Verdict

VDL combines broad site support, playlist downloads, format conversion, and basic editing in a free Windows application. Its Windows-only scope and personal-use license matter when choosing it.

Facts from VDL's own pages

Compatibility limits: The maker does not guarantee compatibility with all videos or platforms, continuous availability, or accuracy of metadata and quality options. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Conversion formats: The listed conversion formats are MP4, WebM, AVI, MKV, MOV, and MP3. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Device platforms: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) · vdl.mdvzone.com, 22 Sept 2026
Download organization: It provides searchable, filterable download history and favorites for quick re-downloads. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Downloads: The download page offers installer and portable versions 1.0.0 for Windows 10/11 64-bit; the installer includes automatic updates and desktop shortcuts. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Editing tools: Its seven listed tools are convert, compress, merge, cut, extract, audio adjustment or removal, and overlay. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Free plan: Yes · vdl.mdvzone.com, 22 Sept 2026
Integrated browser: VDL includes a browser for visiting video sites and downloading with one click. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Internet use: The terms say the application may connect to the internet to fetch video metadata and download content from third-party platforms. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Maximum video quality: 4k · vdl.mdvzone.com, 22 Sept 2026
Output formats: MP4,WebM,AVI,MKV,MOV,MP3 · vdl.mdvzone.com, 22 Sept 2026
Playlists: It can download entire playlists and track progress for each video. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Playlist downloads: Yes · vdl.mdvzone.com, 22 Sept 2026
Privacy: The terms say no account is required, no personal data is collected or transmitted, no tracking or analytics are implemented, and downloads are processed locally. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Publisher and contact: The legal notice names MDV as publisher and provides an email contact for inquiries. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Purpose: VDL is a Windows video downloader with built-in video editing tools. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Quality: The maker says users can select download quality from 360p to 4K. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Supported sites: The maker says VDL downloads from YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Vimeo, and more than 1,000 other websites. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026
Supported sources: YouTube,TikTok,Instagram,Twitter,Vimeo,and 1,000+ other websites · vdl.mdvzone.com, 22 Sept 2026
Use limits: The terms license VDL for personal, non-commercial purposes and say it is intended for personal offline viewing. · vdl.mdvzone.com, 12 Oct 2026

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