Frequently Asked Questions
What does Super Download mean?
Super Download is the plain-English meaning behind SuperDL: a free Shortcut and web tool for saving supported public videos.
What does SuperDL download?
Public videos from X/Twitter, Bluesky, and mastodon.social, fosstodon.org, or mstdn.social when you own the media or have permission to save it.
Does SuperDL store media?
No. It returns direct media links and your device downloads the file.
Does it work with private accounts?
No. Private or login-only media is not publicly downloadable.
Is the Shortcut required?
No. You can use the web downloader, but the Shortcut is faster on iPhone.
Can I use this on desktop?
Yes. Use the web downloader to resolve a public post and open the returned media link.
Can I download copyrighted videos?
Only if you own the rights, have permission, or have another legal basis. Do not use SuperDL for unauthorized downloads or redistribution.
How do I report copyright concerns?
Use the Copyright page and include the specific URL plus enough information for us to review and disable access when appropriate.