Watching free videos on the web is easy. Unfortunately, we don’t always have time to watch videos online when we find them. That’s what downloading videos is for, so we can watch them at our leisure. Most web videos these days, though, are embedded into the web page — making it harder to download online videos to your computer.
The old “Right click, Save As” strategy doesn’t always work so well anymore. If you want to download a video embedded on a site like YouTube, you can still do so if you have a video downloader, such as RealPlayer. If you don’t have a free video downloader installed on your computer, just click the orange button on the top right corner of this page to download RealPlayer free.
DOWNLOAD ONLINE VIDEOS AND BUILD UP YOUR VIDEO LIBRARY
We’ve rounded up five sites full of great content where you can find and download online videos free and watch them at your leisure. Whether you’re interested in seeing the latest viral video sensations, watching old movies, finding the latest in entertainment news, watching movie trailers, or discovering new video channels with fresh content daily these sites have you covered. To make sure a video is legal to download, look for licensing information about the video. Typically, videos with a “Creative Commons” license are legal to download, but may have limitations on how you use the video.
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1. YouTube
You’re probably already familiar with YouTube, the world’s most popular video-sharing site and the third most popular site on the entire Internet. YouTube racks up a staggering four billion video views daily. The appearance and interface of YouTube are straightforward providing a simple, but effective video player in the middle of a white screen. Any registered user can upload their own video to YouTube.
The site has also become a popular source for official versions of music videos, movie trailers, and particularly crowd-pleasing TV commercials. Most of the videos are shot and submitted by regular everyday YouTube users, and some – like a few well-known funny cat videos — have gone on to enjoy enormous global popularity on YouTube.
2. Metacafe
Metacafe is another video site specializing in shorter and more popular videos. Whereas YouTube is a giant, endless buffet of videos, Metacafe is more like the Chef’s Special of the Day – fewer overall videos that are well-organized and easy to find in genres like Music, Sports, and TV clips. Metacafe keeps an outstanding array of current movie trailers, and then pairs them with exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes videos related to that particular movie. Metacafe’s “Trending on the Web” section curates and collects the Internet’s most popular viral videos of the day. It’s a great place to quickly find a certain popular viral video you’ve heard about.
3. Dailymotion
One of the largest video sites in the world, Dailymotion makes finding videos easy with a nicely organized home page. Dailymotion visitors see a slew of the current videos in categories such as Funny, Geek Out, News, and countless others. Most videos on Dailymotion are less than four minutes. Registered “super users” can upload videos of up to an hour in length and in high-definition (HD), but you don’t have to register to download the longer videos. Some of the video categories on Dailymotion are a little racier than most YouTube categories, but family audiences can still enjoy categories like Animals and Games. Dailymotion is easy to navigate, and pulls up galleries of recommended videos that you’re likely to enjoy based on your viewing habits.
4. Vimeo
Specializing in HD, Vimeo is an amateur video site where the results are anything but amateur. Most of the videos available on Vimeo are user-submitted; it’s not a site to visit if you’re looking for popular music videos or movie trailers. What you will find, though, are big and beautiful HD videos shot by some of the most skilled up-and-coming directors and animators. The Vimeo video screen is far larger and has a higher resolution than any of the other sites mentioned here. Those who like to upload videos to your cell phone will appreciate that Vimeo videos are optimized for playback on mobile devices.
5. IMDb
The Internet Movie Database has become more than just a tool for figuring out who’s that actress in the movie you’re watching. IMDb has grown into a site that offers movie trailers and clips from popular talk shows like “The Late Show with David Letterman” – all of which can be downloaded to your computer. There are also full episodes of TV shows that can be watched at IMDb. The site even offers a huge gallery of full-length movies and short films made by up-and-coming directors.
Many of the movies and short-films listed on the site are available for viewing, however, you’ll be given the option to go to another site such as Crackle or Amazon to watch the movie. Note: Those sites typically require a subscription. That said there are older video options on the site such as Paradise Canyon with John Wayne, as well that don’t require a subscription. Those videos are part of the Internet Archive Project and can be watched online for free or even downloaded from the site.
DOWNLOAD ONLINE VIDEOS WITH REALPLAYER VIDEO DOWNLOADER
With RealPlayer, you’ll have the ability to download online videos you see on the Internet and save them to your computer. If you’ve installed RealPlayer, when watching a video online you’ll see the “Download This Video” button appear at the top right corner of the video player. Click that button, and the RealPlayer downloader will download the video to your computer and store it in the RealPlayer library.
Do you have other favorite sites for downloading videos? Any great recommendations for short films or epic funny videos? When do you watch the videos you download? Let us know below in the comments section below.
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Please assist me to download videos in anyone of the websites noted above.
Thanks,
jorlier@bellsouth.net
Hi Jorge, it’s really simple! Anytime a video is available to download, RealPlayer Downloader lets you know.
1. Find a video you want to add to your RealPlayer Library.
2. Hover your mouse over the video and the “Download This Video” button will appear above the right corner of the video (if it is available for download).
3. Click on the “Download This Video” button and RealPlayer Downloader will begin downloading the video to your RealPlayer Library.
4. Once downloaded to your library, you can watch the video anytime, anywhere – even without an internet connection.
If you have any trouble downloading a video, refer this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801/kw/9801.
If none of the above works, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
my realplayer downloadbox at the right top corner of the video does not want to appear what can I do?
What browser are you using?
the same with mine..im using windows 8..is that the problem
Good thanx
Soo great
my downlad video button won’t show up and I’m using Internet Explorer. I had this at one point, but I accidentaly uninstalled it, and I could download videos than, but I can’t now. Help.
Try downloading the latest version of RealPlayer that should fix the problem.
I use Real PLAYER to down load videos from you tube but it does not download anymore.I have tried everything but without luck!!
Yeah, i cant find mine either…?
‘ Download this video ‘ appears at right top corner , I can’t able to download videos from dailymotion, youtube and music tracks from other music sites. Iam using Chrome 19 and firefox 13.kindly help me to solve this problem. My system windows xp professional.
Hello Ravi, performing a complete uninstall and clean install can resolve many issues. To do so, follow ALL the steps in the link below, to include deleting the RealPlayer folders. https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8721
Next, ensure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your web browser. Follow these instructions: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883
If you are using Google Chrome, refer to the information here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000
If you still have any trouble downloading videos, refer this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801/kw/9801
If none of the above works, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help you further.
I use Real PLAYER to down load videos from you tube. I downloaded the latest version today (12/20/12) and now I can’t download anymore. I haven’t been able to see it in the Manage add-ons. What’s up?
We’ll need to know more about your system. Please contact customer support at: https://real.custhelp.com/app/contact
Some days it works
Ad on also disappears all the time .
Have you tried downloading the new version of RealPlayer?
I downloaded the latest version of ReaPlayer and lost the ability to download internet videos. Can’t download from YouTube, MetaCafe, and many other sites. I am running Windows XP SP3.
Hello Wes, make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your web browser. To do so, follow these steps: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you are using Google Chrome, with RealPlayer 16, ensure the Pepper Flash plug-in is enabled (it had to be disabled for version 15). For steps and more information, click here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000.
For more information, refer here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help you further.
i want this modern software for the best of my laptop and it’s interesting to have this
real downloder after 90% not install
Hi Ajay, please follow these troubleshooting steps; this will usually resolve the issue.
Step 1: Empty the contents of the TEMP folder:
Open the TEMP folder inside the Windows folder on the C: drive.
From the Edit menu, choose Select All.
From the File menu, choose Delete.
When asked “are you are sure you want to delete these items?” – click Yes.
Once these steps are complete, close any open windows and restart the computer. Once the computer has restarted, try the installation again..
Step 2: Close background programs through Task Manager.
Step 3: Delete RealDownloader folder from c:\program files\realdownloader.
Step 4: Run Scandisk and Disk Defragmenter: https://real.custhelp.com//app//answers/detail/a_id/8615
Step 5: Install RealDownloader.
If that doesn’t work, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help you further.
The realplayer download tab no longer appears (Version 16.0.0.282). I have two computers running XP and one with Windows 7. Both computers with Windows XP using V16.0.0.282have stopped downloading. The Windows 7 system still works with the previous version (15.0.6.14). I am afraid to upgrade to the new version and take the risk of Realplayer stop working.
Is this happening with all the Internet Browsers? It should work with Firefox. Have you tried that?
I have realplayer15 then piad for realplayer 16 still no pop up download button in the right corner, I am still unable to download web video, I am on Lap top pc,window 7, every thing is met the requiment,what else can I do?
Which Internet Browser are you using?
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Check out this post to find out how to watch the college football bowls: http://www.real.com/resources/college-football-bowls
cannot open real player downloader in new version of real player. videos are downloading but there is no way to ascertain their download status. how do we fix?
Hello RM, please try the following:
Go to the Task Manager
Click on Process tab (at the top)
Locate Recording Manager
Right click on Recording Manager and then click on End Process
Close RealPlayer and try to download a video
If that doesn’t work, a complete uninstall and clean install of RealPlayer can usually fix the issue. To do that, follow ALL the steps in the below link, to include deleing the RealPlayer folders. Click here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8721
If neither of those work, send an email to help@real.com so that we can further help you.
can’t downlod
Hi Anilbairagi, while I’m not entirely clear on the exact issue, here are a couple of links that may be helpful:
http://real-csr.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883/kw/8883
http://real-csr.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000/kw/10000
If these don’t help, send an email to help@real.com with more specific details so that we can better assist you.
ya same for me
have tried uninstalling and reinstalling real player still no download option
and used to be so easy
wtf
Hi Ron, so that you know, you must perform a complete uninstall and clean install in order for the process to be effective. One of the steps that customers sometimes miss is deleting the RealPlayer folders. Follow ALL the steps in this link to do a complete and clean uninstall/reinstall: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8721.
Next, ensure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your web browser. Follow these instructions: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you are using Google Chrome, refer to the information here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000.
If none of the above help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
WINDOWS 8 SUCKS!!! IT HAS COMPLETELY MESSED UP MY ENTIRE LIBRARY ON MY REAL PLAYER. I CANT WATCH MY MUSIC VIDEOS, PICTURES, AND MOVIES ANYMORE. COMPLETELY SCREWED UP MY LAPTOP. SIMPLY HATE, HATE, HATE IT!
Hi Alfredo, I can see that you are really frustrated. Let me be clear that what you are experiencing isn’t a RealPlayer issue, but I can provide some information that will hopefully help. RealPlayer 15 isn’t compatible with the desktop version of Windows 8, however RealPlayer 16 is. If you have RealPlayer 15, uninstall it and install RealPlayer 16. To do so, follow ALL the instructions at the below link, to include deleting the RealPlayer folders. Click here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8721.
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com, so that we can help further.
Help the download button dosnt show up. is it because i am using Safari?
Try using Firefox. If you’re using a Mac, it won’t show up instead download the RealPlayer downloader and you’ll get a pop-up screen showing you videos that you can download. Just click download in that screen to save videos.
i use Free realdownloader today and it is installed, after restating my PC i just tried in you tube the downloadbox it is not apper, what to do?
Please contact customer support at: https://real.custhelp.com/app/contact They will be able to help you based on your setup.
So I downloaded realplayer 15, and now the video download doesn’t work. I have a laptop running windows 7 64-bit, and I use google chrome.
Have you tried it with Firefox? There were some compatibility issues with the latest Google Chrome update and RealPlayer 15.
I have tried every recommended step to sort out why I do not get the download video button in google chrome. watched youtube videos followed step by setp instructions. i checked add ons are enabled and they are still no joy. one thing I did spot was on one of the youtube videos I noticed one option in real player itself is under the download & recording category. I do not get the download under that category at all. It just says recording. this is after un installing and re installing too.
We’d like to help solve this for you, please contact us at: https://real.custhelp.com/app/contact
I am also having a problem with RealPlayer 16 download. Am using a Lenovo laptop, AMD A6 processor, Windows 7 Home Premium, and Internet Explorer 9. Tried to download a video from youtube yesterday and download window did not pop up. Tried downloading RealPlayer, was warned there was a version installed, but I re-installed. No help. Today I uninstalled RealPlayer, defragged the hard drive, and re-installed RealPlayer. Rebooted the laptop and tried to capture two different videos from youtube. The expected “Download this video?” balloon did not appear for either video.
Another laptop, a Toshiba Satelite C655D, with Windows & Home Premium, Internet Explorer 8, and Realplayer 15, did not have the same problem.
Any suggestions? Is RealPlayer 16 the problem? Both laptops are 64-bit.
Hello Jim, sounds like you’ve tried several steps! We appreciate that. Actually, the RealPlayer dowwnload and record plug-in is not compatible with IE 64bit. However, to download videos using IE 32 bit, enable the RealPlayer plug-in within your browser. To do that, follow the steps here: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
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This web page just helped me big-time! Thank you very much!
I have IE 9 Windows 7. Since I upgraded to realplayer 15 free I have not gotton the download box when running mouse over the video. I read the comments above. I use the 32 bit, nothing has worked to correct this. It also does not work on Firefox, which I do not use. It does work on Google Chrome, but why should I have to change web browsers everytime I find a vid I want to save. Chrome is not set up and I have no real idea how it works.
Why does your downloader no longer work on IE?
There may be a settings issue. Please contact customer support at: https://real.custhelp.com/app/contact They should be able to provide more detailed information.
the download button won’t appear on my screen and I have the latest version what can I do to fix this?
Hi Nathaniel, make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser. Follow the instructions here: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
For more information, refer to this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
Family guy
Like so many above I can’t download any videos. My problems started when I upgraded to the latest version of free Real Player.
I can’t remember my password and although the Real Player webb site says they have sent me a new password I haven’t received it. Do I need a password for Real Player to work?
Can I download an old version anywhere? perhaps that might help.
The customer support you suggest is only for paid versions of real player. I can’t see the point in paying for the service if Real Player no longer works properly.
Please Help
Hi Jack, how frustrating! First, to ensure you see the “Down This Video” option, ensure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser. Follow the instructions here: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you purchased RealPlayer Plus, you do need to sign-in to access the premium features. For help resetting your password, please contact Customer Support @ 1-866-757-8421
Mon – Fri: 6 am – 6 pm PST
Sat & Sun: 7:30 am – 5 pm PST
If you haven’t actually purchased an upgraded copy of RealPlayer, you can actually download the older version at this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8976
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
i can’t download any videos in web. I have tried it in youtube, in facebook. my browser is safari and gogle chrome and my OS is windows 8. I updated the realplayer but it does not even really download. what can you do?
Hi Duke, make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser. Follow the instructions in this link: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you are using Google Chrome to download videos, try disabling PepperFlash. Following the steps in this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000.
For more information, click here: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801
If that doesn’t help, please send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
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I need some help please. I want to download videos off the net but my little box saying “Download this video” does not appear. I have Real Player installed on my computer. Can you help please?
Hi Nigel, make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser. Follow the instructions here: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
For more information, refer this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
can one use symbian phone to download movies or is it just applicable to those using system?
Hi Rossy,
If you are able to install the RealPlayer on your mobile then its possible to download movies to that phone. Please provide us some more information about the problem that you are facing with the RealPlayer on your mobile, by emailing us at help@real.com.
how can one download online videos with phone?
Hi Rossy! Currently, RealNetworks only offers a mobile application for Android phones and Windows 8 tablets.
If you have additional questions, let us know by emailing us at help@real.com.
i have the realplayer downloader but can’t download videos anymore. has this servic stopped?
Hi Joey,
Sorry for the trouble, please make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser by following this link: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you have additional questions, please email us at help@real.com with details of what you are experiencing.
I have the latest version of Real Player.I need to stop the download button from constantly popping up.
The previous version had an x to turn it off.I have looked in preferences.I can’t find anything that refers to the download button in there.
I also tried to uninstall Real Player to be rid of it.The system said there was an error.I couldn’t uninstall.
Please tell me how to stop the download button.It pop ups constantly.It’s extremely annoying!
I can’t believe there isn’t a way to control this problem on the button itself.I can’t understand how you didn’t think of this.
It’s simple! You can turn off “Download This Video” option by following these steps:
Go to: Start Menu>All Programs>RealNetworks>RealDownloader (Opens RealDownloader)
1. Click on RealDownloader menu at the top left corner.
2. Select Preferences.
3. Select “Don’t Show” (downloads are accessible again with a right click).
my “download this video” do not appear . what should i do ?
Hi, make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser. Follow the instructions here: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
For more information, refer this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9801
If that doesn’t help, please send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
You really better stick to the 4-5 sites listed in this article to avoid any troubles with illegal downloads… There are so many shady sites out there…
Where is a good site to download Naruto for realplayer?
Thank you for the answer.I chose the Don’t Show.
I do think you should put that directly on the button.It would make it easier for users to find.
I spoke to soon.I chose the don’t show.It’s still popping up.
It’s still flashing in the corner of games,and videos.
You can either choose the 1st option to pop up for 1 second or completely uninstall the Downloader. Email us at help@real.com if you have any questions.
ur the best of all.
I have tried to uninstall it several times.It says there’s an error.So I can’t get it out of my system.
I can’t believe it when companies go to so much trouble to create a product, and then make such an obvious mistake on something so simple.
Hi Panther, did you try using this link to uninstall?
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8721
Make sure that you have deleted the folder as mentioned in the link.
If it doesn’t resolve your issue, email us directly and help@real.com and we will help you.
Over the last 6 months, it was very difficult to download. I upgraded and reinstalled a newer version and it’s very easy to download the videos. Thks for realplayer…
why does my realplayer stop working during (in the middle or almost at the end of) a download? Says Windows is searching for a solutin but I never get any response of this supposed solution. I have lots of room. This bugs me.
Hi Jean, I understand that you are unable to download the videos, let me help you with that.
To resolve this issue please follow the solutions given below:
Solution 1: Check the Compatibility Mode
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–> Right-click on the RealPlayer icon.
–> Select Properties.
–> On the top, click on ‘Compatibility tab.’
–> Uncheck any boxes that are checked and leave ‘Run As Administrator’ as checked is fine).
–> Click Apply.
–> Click OK
Solution 2: Run Internet Explorer as Administrator
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–> Right click on Internet Explorer Icon.
–> Select Run as Administrator option from the drop down list.
And after that please try to download the video. If the issue still persists, try to reset the browser.
Note: Please be informed that, if you reset your browser you may loose all of your bookmark and browser history and saved passwords. RealPlayerPlugins
will be restored to default. Make sure that you have enabled the RealPlayer Plug-in by using the following Link.
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you are using Google Chrome to download videos, try to disable the pepper flash using the steps given in the below link:
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000
If you have additional questions, email us directly at help@real.com.
I tried downloading a TV series called “O’Hara, starring Pat mOrita and star Brandon Lee, but the realplayer stopped working and I had to repair database at my realplayer. real uncomfortable.
Hi Jean,
To resolve this issue please follow the solutions given below:
Solution 1: Check the Compatibility Mode
—————————————————————-
–> Right-click on the RealPlayer icon.
–> Select Properties.
–> On the top, click on ‘Compatibility tab.’
–> Uncheck any boxes that are checked and leave ‘Run As Administrator’ as checked is fine).
–> Click Apply.
–> Click OK
Solution 2: Run Internet Explorer as Administrator
————————————————————————————————-
–> Right click on Internet Explorer Icon.
–> Select Run as Administrator option from the drop down list.
And after that please try to download the video. If the issue still persists, try to reset the browser.
Note: Please be informed that, if you reset your browser you may loose all of your bookmark and browser history and saved passwords. RealPlayerPlugins
will be restored to default. Make sure that you have enabled the RealPlayer Plug-in by using the following Link.
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
If you are using Google Chrome to download videos, try to disable the pepper flash using the steps given in the below link:
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000
If you have additional questions, let us know.
I was downloading a video from Real player downloader but suddenly it shows unable to download. Since I deleted my browsing history now I dont know from where to download it again. Does Real player downloader saves only complete downloaded videos? Is there a way where I can see the unable to download video link?
Hi Anant, Sorry, RealPlayer Downloader will not keep a track of the incomplete downloads or browser. Kindly contact the browser admin.
If you have additional questions, let us know.
when it download it don’t get the hole movie it get half of it don’t get me wrong i like realplayer. can u help me with that i wanna get the hole movie not half of it ok.
Hello Juanita,
To resolve the issue, please follow the steps given below:
1. Try to reset the browser by following the steps given in the link:
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8688
Please be informed that, if you reset the browser, you may loose the browser histories, cookies and already stored passwords.
2. Try to download some other movie and check whether it is downloading the whole movie or not.
3. Try to download videos using different browsers.
After that please try to download the movie. If the issue still persist, please e-mail us directly by help@real.com.
first i see the video than saved. video (flv) not working.
wht i do.
Hello,
Please make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your web browser by following this link: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883.
if you are using RealPlayer 15 you need to disable Pepper Flash plug-in Google Chrome by following: http://real-csr.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000.
Please be informed that this issue has been fixed in RealPlayer 16, if you are using RealPlayer 16 make sure the Pepper Flash plug-in is enabled in Google Chrome.
If this doesn’t work, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help further.
i am not able to download videos from youtube anymore since yesterday…
can you please help me out
i meant to say that there is no option for downloads even hovering on the right hand side above the video doesn’t help, i tried uninstalling then re-installing but still doesn’t work. please help
Hi Maria,
Please make sure the RealPlayer Plug-in is enabled in your web browser by following this link:
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883
If you are using RealPlayer 16, please follow the steps below to enable RealPlayer Plug-in on Google Chrome,
1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Click on Tools –> Settings.
3. Select ‘Extensions.’
4. Check RealDownloader 1.3.0.
5. Close & Reopen Google Chrome.
If you are using RealPlayer 15, please disable the pepper flash in Google Chrome by following this link: https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10000
best real player thanks
thank u
I’m having trouble finding and downloading realplayer downloader. What do I do now?
Hi Marty
Please make sure the Replayer plug-in is enabled in your browser by following this link:https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883
If that doesn’t help, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help you further.
Hi Marty,
Please be informed that RealPlayer 16 comes with updated ”RealDownloader” (it is no longer ”RealPlayer Downloader”).
“RealPlayer Downloader” can be downloaded by installing RealPlayer 15. Click this link to download RealPlayer 15: http://cache-download.real.com/free/support/win/15/RealPlayer.exe
I went to all these sites and download a ton of on line videos. Thanks. I never knew there were so many on line video sites. Are you going to write another post with even more on line video sites soon?
I discovered that I need to open realplayer and click on web video. There I may search for a video. When the player window opens, I have the option to search through YouTube and there will the downloader option will appear. Took months to figure it out but its awesome. It’s all done through real player.
thanks that’s so great
This didnt really help me
Hi kkjjikgggvc,
Please provide us some more information about the problem that you are facing, so that we can assist you better.
I can see that I’m not the only one who has the same problem with Real Player Video Downloaded.
My Real Player Downloader disappears on me all the time.
I use Mozilla Firefox web-browser & sometime is there when I need it, & sometime is not.
Like right now, I need it, & can’t download the videos that I want.
I’m looking for info trying to find out how can I get it back.
I have 2 videos that I want to download from YouTube, but can’t! Thanks RealPlayer!!
Hi Trulylatino,
Please make sure that the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser by following this link: http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883. If that doesn’t work, let us know, so that we can help further. -Jessy
Thank you for this article. I always enjoy using the Real Player when watching videos on the web.
Awesome program for sure. But will I get a Copyright Alert System warning from my ISP if I use it to download something from YouTube? Or does that only apply to P2P sites?
Hi Bill,
RealPlayer can download unprotected online streaming videos. However, we respect copyright protection so if the video is protected RealPlayer will not download it.
I have downloaded and re downloaded realplayer time and time again. The downloader won’t work, the player wont show the video , if it will open the file at all. I’m getting disgusted with this crap. If you have a realplayer site that is functional with a functional version of the Real Player with a FUNCTIONAL DOWNLOADER please let me know on my facebook page Jeff Harwood, or at harwood.jeff4@gmail.com
Hi Jeff,
As requested I have sent you an email with instructions, kindly check your mail.
It works flawlessly. Thanks team!
but when i download it!! it will not continue downloading the movie!! why??
Hi Kim,
Please provide us some more information about the problem to assist you further.
>Does it happen for all the videos that you are trying to download?
>Have you tried downloading videos with different websites?
Can realplayer download f4f video formats?
Hi Falcon,
RealPlayer doesn’t support F4F file format. Follow this link for more information on supported file formats: http://i.realone.com/product/help/RealPlayer-2011/en/Content/Media_Types.htm
If there is anything else we can help with, please send an email to help@real.com.
the Download this video button suddenly has stopped working and also all my downloaded audio files have ceased to be stored in realplayer library, instead theyve started getting saved in some other Media player’s library. Pleasse help i want the option back!!
I use google chrome and windows vista. thanks
Hi Swati,
Try uninstalling and reinstalling RealPlayer by following this link:
https://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8721
(Delete the RealPlayer folders as mentioned in the link before reinstalling RealPlayer).
After reinstalling RealPlayer, make sure the RealPlayer plug-in is enabled in your browser by following:
http://real.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8883
If that doesn’t work, send an email to help@real.com so that we can help you further.