auto resume downloads

Name: auto resume downloads
Rating: 1.7241 (58 reviews)
Author: Maurice Abney

This extension allows the user to auto resume downloads that have failed due to non-human error. Failed downloads will attempt to resume within one minute of failing. Does not resume downloads that have been cancelled by user or browser close.

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Auto Resume Downloads is a Chrome extension designed to enhance your download experience by automatically resuming failed downloads caused by non-human errors, such as network interruptions. Within one minute of a failure, the extension attempts to restart the download, minimizing downtime and saving you time.

It intelligently distinguishes between downloads cancelled by the user or due to browser closure and does not attempt to resume those, focusing only on genuinely recoverable failed downloads. This seamless feature ensures your files are delivered reliably without manual intervention, making it an essential tool for anyone who frequently downloads files through Chrome.

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Daily users:

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Version:

1.0.4resigned1 Last updated: 2024-04-25

Version code:

5729358

Creation date:

2017-11-23

Risk:

Permissions:

downloads
alarms

Size:

8.28K

Email:

ma*****@gmail.com

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 2,502 ▲ 29

Other rankings

#218 in Download Management ▲ 3

#28 in reduce keyword 13

#31 in result keyword 18

#33 in auto keyword 65 ▲ 2

#56 in autogram keyword 5

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auto-resume downloads (v1.0.2)

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User reviews

User reviews for the add-on "auto resume downloads" show mixed experiences. Some users find it very helpful for automatically resuming downloads, particularly overnight or for multiple files. However, the majority report frequent failures, especially on Firefox, where downloads do not resume properly or the add-on stops working entirely. Users also note it can slow down the browser and resume paused downloads unintentionally. Compatibility issues with Firefox updates and various operating systems are common complaints.

Pros

Works well for some users under certain conditions
Helpful for overnight downloading
Resumes downloads automatically which can save time
Supports multiple simultaneous downloads

Cons

Does not work or unreliable for many users, especially on Firefox
Fails to resume downloads after network interruptions consistently
Consumes system resources by checking download history frequently, potentially slowing browser
Resumes downloads even if user has manually paused them, leading to unwanted restarts
Compatibility issues with latest Firefox versions and on different operating systems

Recent reviews

This is working well for me on May 18th 2025, despite many other reviews saying that it isn't working for them. Very helpful add-on, thank you :D

by Li*****, 2025-05-18

by Ka*****, 2025-05-03

by 敬念*****, 2025-04-06

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Extension safety

Risk impact

auto resume downloads requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

Medium Allows management of download operations but generally doesn't severely affect security unless misused.

Risk likelihood

auto resume downloads is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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