--- title: Install Freedom Loader on Pop!_OS using the Snap Store | Snapcraft description: Get the latest version of Freedom Loader for on Pop!_OS - Open-source yt-dlp desktop client with a bunch of features added url: https://snapcraft.io/install/freedom-loader/pop --- [Canonical Snapcraft](https://snapcraft.io/) # Install Freedom Loader on **Pop!\_OS** # Freedom Loader [MasterAcnolo](https://snapcraft.io/publisher/masteracnolo "View all snaps from MasterAcnolo") * [MasterAcnolo](https://snapcraft.io/publisher/masteracnolo "View all snaps from MasterAcnolo") * [Music and Audio](https://snapcraft.io/search?categories=music-and-audio) [Install](https://snapcraft.io/install/freedom-loader/pop#install) #### Open-source yt-dlp desktop client with a bunch of features added Freedom Loader is a clean, open-source desktop application that provides a straightforward way to download video and audio content with full metadata support. The application focuses on reliability, transparency, and absolute respect for your privacy. It works on almost any website on the internet, just like yt-dlp does (except for DRM-protected content). **The deal is simple: no ads, no tracking, and no questionable third-party services.** The goal is to guarantee reliable, offline access to your favorite content. --- ## Main Features * **Multi-format downloads:** Get MP4 videos with full metadata or MP3 audio with embedded artwork. * **Smart preview:** Fetch and display video information before starting the download. * **Quality selection:** Choose from the best quality, specific resolutions (1080p, 720p, 480p), or the lowest file size. * **Advanced playlist support:** Download entire playlists with automatic dedicated folder creation to keep things organized. * **Video codec options:** Native support for H.264, H.265, AV1, VP9, VP9.2, and Theora codecs. * **Real-time tracking:** Monitor download progress and network speed through a smooth, non-blocking interface. * **Total customization:** Change the app's look using the theme system, fully compatible with our community *Theme Workshop*. --- ## Requirements | Component | Requirement | | :--- | :--- | | **Web Browser** | **Mozilla Firefox** is required for cookie extraction (necessary for accessing age-restricted or member-only content). | | **Default Storage** | `~/Downloads/Freedom Loader` (Can be modified in the application settings). | --- ## Under the Hood Powered by robust open-source tools like **yt-dlp** (download engine) and **FFmpeg** (media processing), Freedom Loader automatically updates its download engine on startup. This ensures you always have the latest version to handle new platform updates and restrictions. The application also features native system notifications when downloads complete, allowing you to open the destination folder with a single click. ### Package name * freedom-loader --- ### License * GPL-3.0+ --- ### Last updated * 7 October 2026 - latest/stable --- ### Websites * [masteracnolo.github.io](https://masteracnolo.github.io/Freedom-Loader-Site/ "https://masteracnolo.github.io/Freedom-Loader-Site/") * [masteracnolo.github.io](https://masteracnolo.github.io/Freedom-Loader-Workshop/ "https://masteracnolo.github.io/Freedom-Loader-Workshop/") --- ### Source code * [github.com/MasterAcnolo/Freedom-Loader](https://github.com/MasterAcnolo/Freedom-Loader "https://github.com/MasterAcnolo/Freedom-Loader") * [git.hatmos.xyz](https://git.hatmos.xyz/Linus-Enjoyer/Freedom-Loader "https://git.hatmos.xyz/Linus-Enjoyer/Freedom-Loader") --- ##### Report a Snap Store violation * [Report this Snap](https://snapcraft.io/install/freedom-loader/pop#report-snap-modal) --- ## Enable snaps on Pop!\_OS and install Freedom Loader Snaps are applications packaged with all their dependencies to run on all popular Linux distributions from a single build. They update automatically and roll back gracefully. Snaps are discoverable and installable from the [Snap Store](https://snapcraft.io/store), an app store with an audience of millions. ### Enable snapd Snap can be installed on Pop!\_OS from the command line. Open Terminal from the Applications launcher and type the following: ``` sudo apt update sudo apt install snapd ``` Either log out and back in again, or restart your system, to ensure snap’s paths are updated correctly. ### Install Freedom Loader To install Freedom Loader, simply use the following command: ``` sudo snap install freedom-loader ``` ### Other popular snaps… [See more...](https://snapcraft.io/search?categories=featured) [See more in Featured](https://snapcraft.io/search?categories=featured) ### More things to do… #### [Get the snap store](https://snapcraft.io/snap-store) Browse and find snaps from the convenience of your desktop using the snap store snap. #### [Learn more about snaps](https://snapcraft.io/docs) Interested to find out more about snaps? Want to publish your own application? Visit [snapcraft.io](https://snapcraft.io/) now. [Back to top](https://snapcraft.io/install/freedom-loader/pop) © 2026 Canonical Ltd. 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