Internet Archive Downloader

Download PDF books from archive.org

Internet Archive Downloader - PDF Book Downloader

"Internet Archive Downloader" is a Chrome extension that enables users to download PDF books from Internet Archive (archive.org) and HathiTrust Digital Library (hathitrust.org). It supports downloading borrowed books as PDFs and allows additional options for JPEG image downloads. The extension ensures that the downloaded files have embedded text for easy searching. Users can download the entire book, specific pages, or a range of pages with simple controls and convenience.
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Extension stats

By: BE
Version: 2.8.0 (Last updated: 2024-12-19)
Version code: undefined
Creation date: 2024-12-19
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • downloads
  • scripting
  • storage
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 84.14K

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Internet Archive (archive.org) holds more than 34 millions books. Some books are permitted to read online by borrowing for a limit period. With the extension, the borrowed books can be downloaded for offline reading. HathiTrust Digital Library (hathitrust.org) is also supported. All books with full view permission can be downloaded.

New Feature Embedded text was accomplished. Now the produced PDF file can be text searched.

Usage For Internet Archive (https://archive.org/): After borrowing a book, two new buttons, "Quality" and "Download", appear under the book viewer alongside the "Favorite" button.

To get the current book as a PDF file, press the "Download" button. To get each leaf as a JPEG file, press the "Download" button while holding Ctrl key (Command key on Mac).

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by Dios Oziel 69, 2025-01-05

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Internet Archive Downloader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Internet Archive Downloader may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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