auto-resume downloads
This extension allows the user to auto resume downloads that have failed due to non-human error.
What is auto-resume downloads?
'Auto-resume downloads' is a handy Chrome extension that allows users to resume their downloads that have been interrupted due to non-human error, such as network issues. This tool does not resume downloads that the user has cancelled manually or that were cancelled due to browser shut down. The extension is designed to resume the interrupted downloads within one minute.
Stats
By:
mabney11
Users:
10,000+
Rating:
3.27
(131)
Creation date:
2018-08-24
Risk impact:
Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version:
2
Permissions:
Size:
3.47K
Stats date:
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Summary
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 manually or that have been cancelled via browser shut down.
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Works for some users on different browsers such as Brave and Opera GX
- Resumes downloads automatically, which is useful for unstable or shaky connections
- Eliminates the need to manually restart downloads, saving time for users
Cons
- Outdated software and not working with the current versions of Chrome
- Long wait times for downloads to resume (40-120 seconds or 1 minute)
- For some users, it starts the download from zero again instead of resuming from the paused point
Most mentioned
- Does not work or is ineffective
- Compatibility issues with the latest versions of Chrome
- Useful for automatically resuming downloads
- Long delay before the download resumes
- Variability in user experience across different browsers
Recent reviews
Never ever have I seen this software work! Had it for a year, hoping it would be updated, and it never happened.
not works
Safety
Risk impact
auto-resume downloads is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
auto-resume downloads has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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