Why does Video Downloader Pro not detect the Dailymotion video?

The extension captures video stream requests as the page loads. If you open the extension popup before the video starts playing, there may be nothing to detect yet. Play the video for at least 5 seconds, close the popup, then reopen it. If the issue persists, try refreshing the page and repeating the process.

Can I download Dailymotion videos that require a login?

Yes, as long as you are already logged in to Dailymotion in the same Chrome profile. The extension uses your existing browser session, so any video your account can watch can be detected and downloaded. You don't need to enter credentials again.

What is the maximum quality available for Dailymotion downloads?

The maximum quality depends on the original upload. Professionally produced content often goes up to 1080p. User-uploaded videos may cap at 480p or 720p. The extension will show you all available quality tiers for that specific video.

Can I download Dailymotion videos embedded on other websites?

Sometimes. The extension can detect video streams on pages that embed Dailymotion's standard player. However, custom implementations or third-party embed wrappers may interfere with stream detection. For best results, download directly from the Dailymotion.com video page.

Is downloading Dailymotion videos legal?

Downloading for personal, offline viewing of content you're permitted to watch is generally accepted. However, downloading and redistributing copyrighted content without the rights holder's permission is not permitted. Review Dailymotion's terms of service and the content owner's rights before downloading.

Free Guide

Download Dailymotion Videos at Any Quality

Video Downloader Pro detects Dailymotion's HLS stream as you watch and lets you save the video in MP4 at your preferred resolution — all from within Chrome.

Last updated: March 6, 2026

Dailymotion hosts millions of videos across news, entertainment, and user-uploaded content. While the platform doesn't offer a native download button for most content, Video Downloader Pro can detect the underlying HLS stream and let you save the video directly to your computer. The extension works within your browser session so it handles region-restricted and login-gated content the same way the player does.

How to Download

Navigate to the Dailymotion video

Open Chrome and go to the Dailymotion video page you want to download. Let the video begin playing in the built-in player. The player needs to load and start buffering the stream before the extension can detect it.

Tip:If the video is behind a Dailymotion account sign-in, log in first. The extension inherits your browser session and will be able to detect the stream.

Open Video Downloader Pro

Click the Video Downloader Pro icon in your Chrome toolbar. The extension will scan the active page for any detected HLS stream or direct video source. Dailymotion videos typically appear within a few seconds as the page's video network requests are captured.

Tip:If nothing appears immediately, let the video play for 5–10 seconds and then reopen the extension popup.

Select your quality

Dailymotion serves video via adaptive HLS streams, meaning multiple quality tiers are available depending on the source upload. Common options include 240p, 380p, 480p, 720p, and 1080p. Select the resolution that fits your use case — 480p for quick reference, 720p or 1080p for archiving or editing.

Download the video

Click the download button next to your chosen quality. The extension will initiate the download as an MP4 file through your browser's standard download manager. Depending on file size and your connection speed, larger 1080p videos may take a few minutes to complete.

Tip:For long videos at high quality, make sure you have enough disk space before downloading. A 30-minute video at 1080p can be 500 MB or more.

Supported Formats

MP4 (240p)
MP4 (380p)
MP4 (480p)
MP4 (720p)
MP4 (1080p)

Limitations

Some Dailymotion content is DRM-protected (particularly licensed premium content) and cannot be downloaded regardless of the tool used.
Embedded Dailymotion players on third-party sites may not expose the same stream information as the native Dailymotion.com player.
Live streams on Dailymotion cannot be downloaded while in progress — wait for the stream to become a VOD recording.

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