Download Station (client for Synology NAS)

Chrome extension for Synology Download Station

Download Station - Chrome Client for Synology NAS Extension

Download Station (client for Synology NAS) is a Chrome extension that significantly simplifies the management of download tasks within a Synology NAS. It features a dropdown interface for filtered task presentation and management, enables quick actions from magnet url links, and provides an array of utilities including task pause, play, seed, delete, and editing of destination. It supports a broad range of functionalities including local download management, HTTP/HTTPS/2FA login, periodic task polling, and browser notifications for completed or failed tasks.
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Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Version: 3.16.4 (Last updated: 2024-11-04)
Creation date: 2022-02-24
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • scripting
  • contextMenus
  • notifications
  • storage
  • tabs
  • downloads
  • downloads.open
  • clipboardRead
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 1.38M

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Chrome extension which facilitate sending, monitoring and deleting tasks from a synology nas using download station.

It includes a dropdown interface with filtered tabs for displaying and managing download task, as well as a contentscript for allowing quick actions from magnet url links.

The popup support the following functionalities

  • Tabbed download tasks display and filtering
  • Task pause, play, seed, delete, destination edit
  • Task creation through rich form (destination, url, ftp, zip password)
  • Http, Https, 2FA login over local network
  • Context menu creation (with custom destination)
  • Quick action menu creation (with custom destination)
  • Local download managment (play, pause, resum, retry, open, etc..)

The content script supports the following functionalities:

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works well for downloading to Synology NAS
  • Highly customizable according to user needs
  • Easy to install and integrates fully with DSM and Windows OS
  • Supports two-step verification
  • Generally reliable and performs as advertised
Cons
  • Does not work with DSM 7.2.2
  • Issues with logging in, especially with 2-step verification
  • User interface is criticized for being cluttered and inconvenient
  • No option for compact mode to view more torrents at once
  • Problems with adding download links or magnet links
Most mentioned
  • Logging in issues, particularly with two-step verification
  • User interface concerns
  • Incompatibility with newer DSM versions
  • Request for features like download speed stats and improved tracker management
  • Need for a more efficient way to manage and filter downloads
User reviews
Works!
by Gary Read, 2025-01-16

una maravilla! gracias al desarrollador!
by Ricardo Saavedra, 2024-12-30

Is it possible to use it with 2-step verification? I can't configure it even localy
by Maciej Rzepczynski, 2024-11-05
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Download Station (client for Synology NAS) requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Download Station (client for Synology NAS) is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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