IBM Aspera Connect

This add-on enables the use of IBM Aspera Connect with Firefox. This add-on requires the IBM Aspera Connect application, version 3.9.0 or newer. IMPORTANT: If you encounter an error "Download failed. Please check your connection", update Firefox.

IBM Aspera Connect is a Firefox add-on designed to facilitate lightning-fast transfer of large files directly from your computer to an IBM Aspera server. Requiring the IBM Aspera Connect desktop application (version 3.9.0 or newer), this extension leverages the FASP protocol, which dramatically speeds up file transfers compared to traditional TCP/IP.

This extension activates only on websites that utilize IBM Aspera's technology and ensures user privacy by not reading or storing any personal data. It's essential for users to have an account on the relevant Aspera server to utilize the service effectively. In case of download errors, updating Firefox often resolves connectivity issues.

By:
IBM Aspera
Daily users:
43,198+ 1.26K
Rating:
3.52
(48)
Version:
4.1.1.1 Last updated: 2022-02-15
Version code:
5364739
Creation date:
2018-12-11
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • nativeMessaging
  • activeTab
Size:
92.86K
Email:
As*****@wwpdl.vnet.ibm.com
URLs:
Website
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:
a day ago

Other platforms

IBM Aspera Connect (v5.0.0)
900,000+ 1.65 (126)

User reviews

Pros
  • Enables fast transfer of large files across networks using Aspera's FASP protocol.
  • Allows integration between web browser and desktop for file transfers.
  • Provides a method to move huge files quickly to and from an Aspera server.
Cons
  • Requires installation of both a browser extension and a desktop application, leading to a complex setup.
  • Extension lacks updates compared to other platforms, leading to compatibility issues.
  • Slow download speeds reported, slower than expected given network bandwidth.
  • Concerns about excessive permissions and potential privacy risks due to access to all website data and communication with external programs.
  • Installation process can cause system instability and is considered cumbersome and intrusive by users.
Recent reviews
Module installed on firefox with no problem, IBM Aspera installed on my Ubuntu with no problem and the programme is active, but the two modules do not communicate and the dowload doesn't start.
by Djp, 2025-04-16


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Extension safety

Risk impact

IBM Aspera Connect requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

IBM Aspera Connect has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • Medium This extension has medium user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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