Clear Downloads

Clears the Downloads list every 10 seconds to force the download button to disappear when all downloads are complete
What is Clear Downloads?
Clear Downloads is a Chrome extension that automatically clears the Downloads list every 10 seconds to ensure the download button disappears when all downloads are finished, providing a clutter-free browsing experience.

Extension stats

Rating: 4.48 (46)
Version: 1.2.0 (Last updated: 2024-05-31)
Creation date: 2018-09-24
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • browsingData
Size: 12.12K

Other platforms

Clear Downloads (v1.1resigned1)
2.80 (5) 45
Cleaner (v1.0.0)
3.70 (3) 280
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User reviews

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Pros
  • Effectively closes the downloads bar automatically.
  • Addresses a long-standing user complaint regarding the downloads bar.
  • Users appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of the extension.
Cons
  • Stopped working after recent Chrome updates.
  • Resets the save location every time a file is downloaded.
  • The download history bubble still appears for some users.
Most mentioned
  • Users dislike the Chrome downloads bar and want it to be optional.
  • Many users express hope for updates to maintain compatibility with the latest version of Chrome.
  • There is a desire for customizable options regarding how long the download bar stays visible.
Recent reviews
Stopped working since like a couple of months ago.
by Charles Zhu, 2024-07-12

Doesn't work anymore.
by Superb Lobster, 2024-06-25

I hope this extension can be updated for the latest version of Chrome. I have absolutely no need to see the download history bubble every time I download a file, and that's an understatement.
by Lianne van de Ven, 2024-06-05
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Clear Downloads does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Clear Downloads is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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