CBS Downloader: 2 Powerful & Useful Apps
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I researched and tested over 30 apps to choose the best CBS downloader. These tools will streamline the downloading process, so check them out!
Best CBS Downloader
1. Video DownloadHelper
Video DownloadHelper is a handy browser extension that automatically grabs video links from many platforms.
Simply play the respective video and activate the extension by clicking it.
Choose the download option that best suits your needs. I went with the Quick Download.
Wait for it to complete, and then you can navigate to the download folder.
Open the video in your preferred media player by double-clicking it.
Pros:
- Works with various websites
- Rarely fails to download content
- It has automatic conversion rules
- It can convert videos to MP4, AVI, MKV, etc.
- Good customization options
Cons:
- Confusing user interface
- Occasional errors
2. JDownloader 2
JDownloader 2 is a powerful downloader that extracts all the links available from a webpage.
First, you should paste the link so the app can analyze it. Then, press Continue.
Click the LinkGrabber tab and explore the extracted video links. Choose the one you want from the list, or select and download all of them.
Right-click the video you want, and choose Add to Download List.
Back in the Downloads tab, right-click the video you extracted from the list, and click Force Download.
Wait for the process to complete, and enjoy your offline video!
Pros:
- It can download entire website content
- It’s open-source
- It auto-extracts archives
- Good customization options
- Can decrypt and extract files
Cons:
- Some adware was present when installing
- It produces extreme file fragmentation at times
How To Download From CBS?
- Download and install Video DownloadHelper on your browser.
- Open the video webpage, play it, and click the extension.
- Choose the download options.
- Play the video.
Is It Legal To Download From CBS?
No, it’s illegal to download from CBS without an official authorization from the company.
I explored the Paramount Terms of Use (the mother company of CBS), and here’s what I found:
- All rights, services, and content belong to CBS Interactive.
- You can only access and view the content for personal, non-commercial purposes.
- You may not download, stream, capture, store, archive, or copy any part of the services or content.
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Finding a CBS downloader can be tricky because of the platform’s security features, but I’ve found two versatile options.
Test them, and share your thoughts in the comments!
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