The process involves capturing a real-time video broadcast from a specific online platform and saving it as a widely compatible digital video file. As an example, an individual might record a concert being streamed live on a video-sharing website and preserve it in a digital container that allows for offline viewing.
This capability offers several advantages, including time-shifted viewing for individuals unable to watch the initial broadcast. It also enables archiving and preservation of content that may not be available indefinitely on the originating platform. The practice has evolved alongside the growth of live streaming and the increasing demand for on-demand access to digital media.