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All the spicy updates, tweaks, and new vibes are logged here. 🌟

[1.1.8] - 2025-05-21

  • New Platform Support: We've added support for even more video platforms! You can now download videos from:

  • imdb.com

  • weibo.com
  • dailymotion.com
  • tumblr.com

Big thanks to the community for the feature requests — keep 'em coming!

Improvements

  • Configuration Loader Overhaul The config loading system has been refactored to:

  • Auto-correct invalid or missing values

  • Validate supported formats and MP3 quality levels
  • Regenerate the config safely if corrupted

  • Log everything clearly to help you debug easily

  • Better Defaults & Validation Now your config won't silently break — it heals itself and tells you what was fixed. Nice.

Fixes

  • Fixed occasional crash when using corrupted or incomplete config.json
  • Corrected path handling for dynamic filenames in downloads
  • Ensured download_directory is always created safely before use

Heads Up

  • If your config breaks or is outdated, don’t worry — we’ll auto-fix it and log everything clearly.
  • Need more formats or platforms? Hit us up!

[1.1.7] - 2025-05-12

Fixes & Improvements

  • Fixed ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'downloader' by properly restructuring the project as a Python package (smd/downloader.py).

  • Updated pyproject.toml entry points to: 

      [project.scripts]
  smd = "smd.downloader:main"
  social-media-downloader = "smd.downloader:main"

  • CLI scripts now work reliably across systems when installed via PyPI.

How to Upgrade

To upgrade to the latest version, run:

pip install --upgrade social-media-downloader

Then use the CLI tool with:

smd
# or
social-media-downloader

[1.1.6] - 2025-05-11

Added

  • Support for two new video platforms:
  • SnackVideo (snackvideo.com)
  • Kwai (kwai.com)

[1.1.5] - 2025-05-10

Fixes & Improvements

  • Fixed MP3 Quality Handling:
    The MP3 quality value (mp3_quality) from config.json is now properly validated and applied during audio downloads.
    Previously, entering custom qualities like 256 or 396 wouldn't work correctly due to a bug — it's now fixed.

  • Corrected Format Selection Logic:
    The audio download process now correctly respects the selected mp3_quality value (e.g., 128, 192, 256, 320, 396) instead of defaulting silently or failing.

  • Stronger Validation:
    If an invalid mp3_quality value is provided (e.g., 60), the app will fall back to the default 192 and show a warning in the logs.

Config Updates

  • The config.json now supports and validates the following MP3 qualities:
    64, 128, 192, 256, 320, 396.

[1.1.4] - 2025-05-03

Added

  • New platform support for GameClips and Triller.
  • New short command: After installing via pip the new version, you can use smd as a shortcut for social-media-downloader.

Improvements

  • File structure has been improved for better organization and maintainability.

Contributors Involved

  • Contributors: @mohinikhan123, her contribution to the project is greatly appreciated.
  • New Command: smd as a shortcut for social-media-downloader.
  • Better file structure for the project.

[1.1.3] - 2025-05-01

Added

  • Introduced a new Instagram menu.
  • Added support for MP3 downloads from Instagram videos and reels.
  • Implemented a format table display for YouTube and TikTok, listing available video/audio formats in a structured way.
  • Added new platform support for Odysee and Rumble.

Fixed

  • Resolved MP3 download issues in download_youtube_or_tiktok_video(url) affecting specific formats.
  • No more Duplicate Format listings in the format table.
  • Fixed other minor functions that were not behaving correctly.

[1.1.2] -2025-04-22

Added

  • New platform support for Linkedin and Bilibili.

Fixes

  • version correctly update on pypi.

[1.1.1] -2025-04-22

Added

  • Now new platform supports Pinterest for downloading videos.

Packaging

  • Support for .deb package installation.
  • Added a .deb package for easy installation on Debian-based systems.

[1.1.0] - 2025-04-20

Added

  • Support for new platforms: Twitch, Snapchat, Reddit, Vimeo, and Streamable.
  • URL validation to ensure only links from supported platforms are accepted.

Changed

  • Help menu redesigned for better readability and structure.
  • Improved error handling for batch downloads.

[1.0.9] - 2025-04-18

Added

  • New X (Twitter) Downloading: Download posts from X (formerly Twitter). Only public videos are supported.

[1.0.8] - 2025-04-18

Added

  • New animated logo/splash at startup
  • FFmpeg presence checker with prompt if not installed

[!NOTE]
This release focuses purely on new enhancements. No bug fixes or other changes were made.

[v1.0.7] - The TL;DR Version

Release Date: February 18, 2025

FIXED ISSUES & BUG SQUASHING: Batch Download from .txt Files – Now supports bulk IG downloads effortlessly.
Sped-Up Processing – Thanks to multi-threading, IG downloads are significantly faster.

[v1.0.5] - Cutie Biggest glow-up yet

Release Date: February 11, 2025

New Features:

  • YouTube/TikTok vids now ALWAYS include audio (no more silent films, you're welcome).
  • MP3 mode? Just type mp3, and you get crispy 192kbps audio in seconds.
  • Batch Insta Downloads – Drop multiple URLs & let the bot do its thing.
  • Update Checker 2.0 – Now actually tells you when to update & how.
  • Help Menu got a makeover – Less clutter, more clarity.

Fixes & Tweaks:

  • Config file won't betray you anymore – if corrupted, it auto-fixes itself.
  • No more duplicate overwrites – files get auto-renamed instead.
  • Internet issues? We auto-retry if your WiFi is moving sus.
  • Better format selection for YouTube vids – actually makes sense now.
  • Cleaner logs & better error messages – so you know what broke (and why).

[v1.0.4] - The Evolution Era

Release Date: January 11, 2025

What’s Poppin’?

  • Discord Fam Invite: You’re officially invited to join the squad for updates, beta tests, and vibing. Click here to slide in.
  • Internet Smarts: No WiFi? No problem. Auto-detection for connection issues and seamless retries. Patience is a virtue, but downloads gotta hustle.
  • Custom Audio Vibes: MP3 quality is now adjustable in the config. Go for 192kbps or vibe low-key—it’s your jam.
  • 🕵️Meta Detective for FB: Facebook video downloader now works Sherlock mode, sniffing out videos in more sneaky spots.

Leveling Up the Game

  • Progress You Can See: No progress bar? Couldn’t be us. Get visuals while your downloads grind.
  • Pause, Retry, Repeat: Internet drop? We wait. You’re back? We pick up like nothing happened. Relationship goals.
  • Batch Mode Zen: The whole batch keeps grooving—even if a link is feeling a lil’ off. Smooth ops guaranteed.

Bug Jailbreak Squad

  • Squashed rare YouTube format issues messing with quality choices. HD or audio-only? You do you.
  • Fixed batch mode timeout probs. Keep ‘em coming, we got it now.
  • No more silent FB errors. Every glitch gets logged, every move accounted for.

[v1.0.1] - The Glow-Up Edition

Release Date: January 10, 2025

What’s New, Fam?

  • Snap Insta Reels: Insta reels are now supported—download those aesthetic vibes with no sweat!
  • Auto-Save Mode: Forget manual clicks. Your downloads are now auto-saved to your preferred folder without interruptions.

Better, Faster, Smoother

  • Speed Boost: Optimized the downloader engine for 2x faster downloads. Time is money, bb.
  • Smarter Batch Mode: Got bad links? We skip ‘em now and keep the hustle going. No interruptions.

Bug Killa Mode

  • Fixed that annoying glitch with Facebook downloads. FB vids are back and better.
  • Squashed a rare issue where batch mode stopped mid-run. Smooth like butter now.
  • Updated update checker. No more false alarms. It’s 💯 accurate.

[v1.0.0] - The OG Drop

Release Date: December 1, 2024

New Features

  • Platform Support:
  • Download videos from YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook.
  • Download posts from Instagram.
  • Batch Download: Download multiple URLs at once using a text file.
  • Custom Format Selection:
  • Choose video or audio formats (e.g., MP4, MP3) for YouTube and TikTok downloads.
  • Update Checker: Automatically checks for new versions and provides easy update functionality.
  • Download Logs and History:
  • Logs all activities in downloader.log.
  • Maintains a history of downloads in download_history.csv.
  • Cross-Platform CLI Support:
  • Windows .exe for easy execution.
  • Linux binary for terminal users.
  • PyPI Availability: Installable via pip for Python users.

Improvements and Design

  • User-Friendly Interface:
  • Simple menu-driven CLI interface for easy navigation.
  • Progress bar integration for a smooth user experience.
  • Configurable Settings:
  • JSON-based configuration file (config.json) for download directory and format preferences.
  • FFmpeg Integration: Handles video and audio conversions effortlessly.

Technical Notes

  • Requires Python 3.10+ for PyPI installation.
  • FFmpeg installation is necessary for proper functionality.

Keep it chill, keep it legal. 💌 Feedback? Slide into the discussions.

Your downloads are vibin’ on a whole new level. Stay aesthetic. ✌️