Every Bilibili video has a unique BV number — that short code like BV1xx411c7mD in every video URL. If someone sends you just a BV code or link, you can still download the full video from it. Here is how.
What is a BV number?
The BV number is Bilibili’s video identifier. You will find it in every video URL, for example bilibili.tv/video/BV1xx411c7mD — the part starting with BV is the identifier. (Older AV numbers work the same way.)
If a friend sends you only the code, just put it after bilibili.tv/video/ to open the video.
Step-by-step
- Copy the full video URL containing the BV number (or paste the BV code after bilibili.tv/video/).
- Go to bbvideosaver.com.
- Paste the link into the download box and click download.
- Pick your format and quality — 4K/HD MP4 for video, MP3 for audio.
- Save the file to your device.
Using a BV number on mobile
The same steps work on phones — copy the BV link from the Bilibili app via Share, then Copy Link, and paste it into the downloader in your mobile browser. See our Android guide and iPhone guide for device-specific steps.
Downloading several videos
Working through a series? Just repeat the process for each BV link — copy, paste, download. For very large batches like full playlists, see our playlist guide.
FAQ
What if a video was deleted or made private? Deleted and private videos cannot be downloaded by any tool — the source has to be publicly accessible.
What if I only have the BV code and no URL? Add it after bilibili.tv/video/ (for example bilibili.tv/video/BV1xx411c7mD) and use that link.