I'm thinking about making a YouTube to MP3 converter for my next project, but I'm not sure if there are any legal implications. Could I get into trouble for hosting something like that?
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Hosting a YouTube to MP3 converter might violate YouTube's terms of service, which could lead to your Google accounts getting banned. It's unlikely that YouTube will notice you right away, but there's still a risk of receiving legal notices. In the past, some similar sites did get takedown notices but avoided being shut down simply by hosting in countries with different regulations. I’d suggest considering a safer project, as the worst-case scenario is pretty tough to deal with.
Even if you don't get in trouble, it might not be worth the effort when there are better options like YT-DLP available. It's a more robust tool for downloading, and you'd just be creating an interface for those who aren't comfortable with command lines.
Exactly! It would be essentially the same thing, but with extra steps for the user.