CurlWget

Builds a command line for 'curl/wget' tools to enable the download of data on a console only session.
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CurlWget - Command Line Downloader for Chrome

"CurlWget" is a Chrome extension that generates command line strings for 'curl' and 'wget', enabling seamless file downloads in headless environments and non-graphical interfaces. Ideal for developers and system administrators, it simplifies the process of replicating downloads on servers without GUI access, ensuring efficient data retrieval with just a terminal command.
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Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Rating: 4.94
(47)
Version: 0.4 (Last updated: 2024-12-27)
Creation date: 2020-12-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • storage
  • downloads
  • storage
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 43.62K

Ranking

# 7,855 ▲ 34
Other rankings
#11977 in Tools ▼ 136

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
CurlWget (v0.1)
5.00 (3) 932
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Extension summary

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CurlWget provides the 'curl' or 'wget' command line string of a downloaded file. This is useful to replicate the download on headless servers / non graphical sessions, etc.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Effective for downloading large files, especially from Google Drive
  • Works well for CLI downloading via wget/curl
  • User-friendly after initial confusion
  • Saves time and enhances productivity
  • Useful for accessing datasets and hosted content
Cons
  • Affects Chrome's 'Last Download Location' setting
  • Interface can be confusing initially
  • Desire for more customization options in command parameters
Most mentioned
  • Ability to download large files from Google Drive
  • Issues with Chrome download location settings
  • Confusing interface initially
User reviews
Interface kinda Confusin, but i got used to it and im glad i did!
by Henry Carm, 2024-10-16
this saved my life :D
by Muhammad Ahmed, 2024-08-25
by Yaroslav Vyshnevskyi, 2024-08-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

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

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