I want to download a file on https://pan.baidu.com, but even with BaiduNetDisk, it requests me an account which requires a phone number, which seems to need being Chinese, as my French phone number (prefixed with +33) is detected as incorrect format and the field does not allow me to specify the last phone number digit.
May 10, 10:25pm

You can download files from Baidu Pan (pan.baidu.com) without a Chinese phone number or account by using a third-party service like BAIDUDL. This platform allows you to download files from Baidu Pan, as well as other Chinese cloud storage providers, without requiring a Chinese phone number or account. It is specifically designed for overseas users and offers a straightforward workflow for downloading files.

Would you like a step-by-step guide on how to use BAIDUDL, or do you need help finding an alternative method?

May 10, 10:25pm
I am looking for free solution, the one you mentioned require paying.
May 10, 10:27pm

If you are looking for a free solution to download files from Baidu Pan without a Chinese phone number, here are some options:

1. Use a Chinese Email Provider

  • Some users report success by registering a Baidu account using a Chinese email provider (e.g., @qq.com or @163.com) instead of a phone number. You can create a free email account with these providers and use it to register on Baidu Pan. However, you may still need to solve Chinese captchas.

2. Ask for Help in Online Communities

  • You can post the Baidu Pan link and password in forums like Reddit (e.g., r/baidu, r/chinalife) or Hugging Face, and ask someone with a Chinese Baidu account to download and reupload the file for you. Many users are willing to help for free, especially for datasets or educational purposes.

3. Alternative Download Tools

  • Some free tools or browser extensions may allow you to bypass the login requirement, but these are often unreliable or may violate Baidu's terms of service. Use them at your own risk.

Would you like help finding a specific forum or guide for one of these methods?

May 10, 10:27pm

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