HTTP Downloader

Send URLs to the HTTP Downloader application for download.

HTTP Downloader for Firefox

The HTTP Downloader extension allows you to quickly send URLs from your browser to the HTTP Downloader application, which is designed to optimize your downloading experience. This add-on requires the HTTP Downloader application to function correctly, which you can download from here.

By utilizing high-performance input/output completion ports, the HTTP Downloader can establish thousands of connections simultaneously while ensuring minimal resource consumption. It supports multiple protocols, including HTTP(S), FTP(S), and SFTP, making it a versatile tool for all your downloading needs. Ensure that the server in the HTTP Downloader's settings is enabled for seamless operation of this extension.

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By:: Eric Kutcher
Daily users:: 1,606+ -7
Rating:: 4.82

(11) 0.03
Version:: 1.0.2.9 (Last updated: 2024-06-23)
Version code:: 5764149
Creation date:: 2017-11-21
Risk:: High risk impact Moderate risk likelihood
Permissions:: <all_urls>
activeTab
webRequest
contextMenus
cookies
storage
downloads
Size:: 35.13K
URLs:: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:: a day ago

Ranking

# 2,322 ▲ 46

Other rankings

#205 in Download Management ▲ 3

#33 in application keyword 36 ▼ 1

#43 in downloader keyword 82

#51 in download keyword 66

#101 in countdown keyword 16 ▼ 2

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User reviews

Users praise the HTTP Downloader Firefox add-on for its excellent integration with the free and open source HTTP Downloader application, noting its fast download speeds. The extension is well-regarded for enhancing the browsing and downloading experience, with no significant issues mentioned in multiple reviews.

Pros

Fast download speeds described as 'fast as a lightning'
Excellent integration with the HTTP Downloader application
Free and open source nature of the HTTP Downloader tool

Cons

Recent reviews

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

HTTP Downloader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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