KemonoDownloader 5.7.0 Release

Feature Update
Welcome to the KemonoDownloader 5.7.0 release! This update brings highly requested proxy support, including full Tor integration, directly into the settings and download pipeline, giving users greater control over privacy and accessibility. Additionally, we've continued improving internationalization by localizing key log messages. KemonoDownloader remains fully open-source, and you can use, modify, and build the software for free under its license.

Changelog

• Full Proxy and Tor Support:
  • Added comprehensive proxy configuration options in the Settings UI, supporting both custom HTTP/SOCKS proxies and built-in Tor integration.
  • Includes Tor process auto-start/stop management, automatic port detection, and a connection test feature.
  • Refactored download logic to route all requests through the configured proxy (or Tor), ensuring consistent behavior across creators and posts.
  • Updated confirmation dialogs and language strings for all new proxy/Tor-related options.
  • Added PySocks to requirements to enable SOCKS5 proxy support (including Tor).
• Improved Localization in Post Downloader:
  • Replaced hardcoded log messages and tooltips in post_downloader.py with proper translation calls.
  • Added corresponding translation keys to kd_language.py, enabling accurate localization for all post-download progress, status, and error messages.

Pre-Compiled Binaries

To support the ongoing development and maintenance of KemonoDownloader, you can contribute to access pre-compiled binaries (executable files). Please choose the option that best fits your needs:

• Monthly Support (Recommended for regular users): Contribute to get binaries for all current and future versions. This helps sustain regular improvements and ensures you always have the latest features. Get binaries here.
• Single-Version Contribution (This version only): Contribute to get the binaries for Kemono Downloader v5.7.0 ONLY. This option supports the project while providing access to this specific version's executable files. Important: Future versions (5.8.0, etc.) will require separate contributions. Get v5.7.0 binaries here (link will be updated upon release).
  Note: New versions are released regularly with bug fixes and improvements. If you plan to use the software more than once or want to receive updates, Monthly Support provides better value.

Available Binaries

• Linux (Arch-based): L-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-1-x86_64.pkg.tar.zst
• Linux (Fedora 42): L-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-1.fc43.x86_64.rpm
• Linux (Ubuntu Noble): L-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-1.ubuntu-noble_amd64.deb
• macOS (ARM64): M-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-arm64.dmg
• macOS (x86_64): M-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-x86_64.dmg
• Windows (Portable): W-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-x86_64-Portable.exe
• Windows (Installer): W-KemonoDownloader-5.7.0-x86_64.msi

Support the project by contributing: Get binaries for Monthly Support or Get v5.7.0 binaries.

Open-Source Availability

KemonoDownloader is and will always be open-source. The full source code, build instructions, and documentation are available in this repository. You're welcome to compile the software yourself or contribute to its development!

Support the Project

Your contributions through Ko-fi help keep KemonoDownloader actively maintained, enabling continued improvements and new features. Thank you for supporting this project's sustainability!

Thank you for using KemonoDownloader!