Gallery-dl is a command-line utility designed for the automated retrieval and archiving of image collections from various hosting websites. It functions as a content scraper that manages the entire lifecycle of media discovery, from identifying assets on web pages to storing them in structured local directories.
The tool utilizes a plugin-based architecture to handle site-specific extraction logic, allowing it to map input web addresses to the appropriate modules through pattern matching. Users can define custom naming patterns and directory structures using configuration-driven templates, ensuring that downloaded media is organized according to specific local storage requirements.
Beyond basic retrieval, the software supports automated batch processing and can integrate with external tools to inject metadata directly into downloaded files. It operates through a synchronous terminal interface that coordinates sequential download queues and throttled network requests.
