A: Hikari is a modern, user-friendly application that allows you to download TikTok videos to your computer. It features a clean interface with TikTok-themed colors and multiple download engines for maximum compatibility.
A: Yes! Hikari is free for personal use under the AGPLv3 license. Commercial use requires a separate license. See DUAL_LICENSING_DETAILS.txt for more information.
A: Hikari works on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems with Python 3.7 or higher.
A: Yes, Hikari is completely safe. It doesn't collect personal data, doesn't contain malware, and only connects to TikTok servers for downloads. Always download from the official GitHub repository.
A: Hikari downloads videos in MP4 format, which is compatible with most devices and media players.
A: Yes! When using the yt-dlp engine (recommended), videos are downloaded without TikTok watermarks.
A: Hikari automatically downloads in the highest available quality (up to 1080p) to ensure you get the best possible video quality with optimal file size.
A: No, Hikari can only download publicly available videos. Private or deleted videos cannot be accessed.
A: Currently, Hikari downloads one video at a time. Batch downloading is not supported in this version.
A: Downloads may fail due to:
- Invalid or expired URLs
- Private/deleted videos
- Regional restrictions
- Network connectivity issues
- Outdated download engines
Solution: Try switching engines or updating libraries.
A:
- yt-dlp (Recommended): Higher success rate, watermark-free downloads, more stable
- TikTok API: Faster downloads, lower resource usage, but may include watermarks
A: Click the "Update Libraries" button in the application, or run:
pip install --upgrade yt-dlpA: By default, videos are saved to a "Downloads" folder in the application directory. You can change this using the "Browse" button.
A: Currently, files are automatically named using the video title from TikTok. Custom naming is not available in this version.
A: First-time startup may be slower as Python loads all dependencies. Subsequent launches should be faster.
A: Install Python 3.7+ from python.org and make sure to check "Add Python to PATH" during installation.
A: Try:
- Run
python setup.pyagain - Install manually:
pip install customtkinter pillow yt-dlp requests - Use
python -m pip installinstead of justpip
A:
- Check if Python is properly installed
- Try running
python test_app.pyto check components - Ensure you have a desktop environment (not just command line)
- Try running as administrator
A:
- Update yt-dlp: Click "Update Libraries"
- Try the TikTok API engine instead
- Check if the video URL is still valid
- Verify your internet connection
A:
- Choose a different output folder (like Desktop or Documents)
- Run the application as administrator
- Check if antivirus is blocking the download
A:
- Update CustomTkinter:
pip install --upgrade customtkinter - Check your display scaling settings
- Try running on a different monitor if using multiple displays
A: You should only download:
- Your own videos
- Videos you have explicit permission to download
- Videos for personal use under fair use guidelines
Always respect copyright laws and TikTok's Terms of Service.
A: No! Hikari:
- Doesn't collect personal information
- Doesn't track your usage
- Doesn't send data to external servers
- Only connects to TikTok for downloads
A: Commercial use requires a separate license. Contact Gary19gts through Ko-fi for commercial licensing options.
A: Users are responsible for complying with TikTok's Terms of Service. Hikari is a tool - how you use it is your responsibility.
A: Yes, but you'll need a commercial license. Contact Gary19gts for licensing terms and pricing.
A: Under AGPLv3: Yes, but you must share your modifications under the same license. Under Commercial License: Yes, with no sharing requirements.
A: Under AGPLv3: Yes, with full source code and license notices. Under Commercial License: According to your license agreement.
A: Pricing varies based on use case and company size. Contact Gary19gts through Ko-fi for a quote.
A:
- Check this FAQ first
- Read the
INSTRUCTIONS.mdfile - Run
python test_app.pyfor diagnostics - Check the
logs/folder for error details - Contact Gary19gts through Ko-fi for persistent issues
A: Contact Gary19gts through Ko-fi with:
- Description of the problem
- Steps to reproduce
- Error messages (if any)
- Your system information
A: Yes! Feature requests can be submitted through Ko-fi. Popular requests may be added in future versions.
A: Updates are released as needed for:
- Bug fixes
- Security patches
- New features
- Compatibility improvements
A: The best way to support Hikari is through Ko-fi donations. Even small amounts help with development costs and motivation!
A: Donations help with:
- Development time
- Server costs for testing
- Software licenses and tools
- Keeping the project free for personal use
A: Yes! You can:
- Share Hikari with friends who might find it useful
- Provide feedback and suggestions
- Report bugs you encounter
- Leave positive reviews
Thank you for using Hikari TikTok Downloader!
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Last updated: October 2025
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