Merge 647c5f250f into 12fda0a3ed

Co-authored-by: sourcery-ai[bot] <58596630+sourcery-ai[bot]@users.noreply.github.com>

README.md

@@ -304,19 +304,6 @@ python run.py --execution-provider openvino
 -   Use a screen capture tool like OBS to stream.
 -   To change the face, select a new source image.
 
-## Tips and Tricks
-
-Check out these helpful guides to get the most out of Deep-Live-Cam:
-
-- [Unlocking the Secrets to the Perfect Deepfake Image](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks/unlocking-the-secrets-to-the-perfect-deepfake-image) - Learn how to create the best deepfake with full head coverage
-- [Video Call with DeepLiveCam](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks/video-call-with-deeplivecam) - Make your meetings livelier by using DeepLiveCam with OBS and meeting software
-- [Have a Special Guest!](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks/have-a-special-guest) - Tutorial on how to use face mapping to add special guests to your stream
-- [Watch Deepfake Movies in Realtime](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks/watch-deepfake-movies-in-realtime) - See yourself star in any video without processing the video
-- [Better Quality without Sacrificing Speed](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks/better-quality-without-sacrificing-speed) - Tips for achieving better results without impacting performance
-- [Instant Vtuber!](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks/instant-vtuber) - Create a new persona/vtuber easily using Metahuman Creator
-
-Visit our [official blog](https://deeplivecam.net/index.php/blog/tips-and-tricks) for more tips and tutorials.
-
 ## Command Line Arguments (Unmaintained)
 
 ```
@@ -360,6 +347,8 @@ Looking for a CLI mode? Using the -s/--source argument will make the run program
  - [*"This real-time webcam deepfake tool raises alarms about the future of identity theft"*](https://www.diyphotography.net/this-real-time-webcam-deepfake-tool-raises-alarms-about-the-future-of-identity-theft/) - DIYPhotography
  - [*"That's Crazy, Oh God. That's Fucking Freaky Dude... That's So Wild Dude"*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1074&v=py4Tc-Y8BcY) - SomeOrdinaryGamers
  - [*"Alright look look look, now look chat, we can do any face we want to look like chat"*](https://www.youtube.com/live/mFsCe7AIxq8?feature=shared&t=2686) - IShowSpeed
+ - [*"They do a pretty good job matching poses, expression and even the lighting"*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnCghLjqv3s&t=551s) - TechLinked (LTT)
+
 
 ## Credits
 

modules/processors/frame/face_swapper.py

@@ -28,11 +28,21 @@ models_dir = os.path.join(
 
 
 def pre_check() -> bool:
-    download_directory_path = abs_dir
+    # Use models_dir instead of abs_dir to save to the correct location
+    download_directory_path = models_dir
+    
+    # Make sure the models directory exists, catch permission errors if they occur
+    try:
+        os.makedirs(download_directory_path, exist_ok=True)
+    except OSError as e:
+        logging.error(f"Failed to create directory {download_directory_path} due to permission error: {e}")
+        return False
+    
+    # Use the direct download URL from Hugging Face
     conditional_download(
         download_directory_path,
         [
-            "https://huggingface.co/hacksider/deep-live-cam/blob/main/inswapper_128_fp16.onnx"
+            "https://huggingface.co/hacksider/deep-live-cam/resolve/main/inswapper_128_fp16.onnx"
         ],
     )
     return True