Force Download

Name: Force Download
Rating: 3.269230769230769 (26 reviews)
Author: AshusCZ

A tool to force download any URL. Additionally it monitors all requests and logs last embedded audio/video media.

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Force Download is a powerful Chrome extension designed to let you download any URL directly, bypassing typical restrictions such as automatic opening of PDF viewers or plugins. Simply enter any link and Force Download ensures the file is downloaded to your device.

In addition to forced downloads, it actively monitors all network requests to detect embedded audio and video media on web pages. The extension logs the last 10 media files, providing easy access for quick download. It's especially useful for sites like trailers.apple.com, enabling safe downloads of embedded MP4 video files. However, YouTube downloads are not supported due to their segmented file delivery system.

Extension

By:

AshusCZ

Users:

8,000

Rating:

3.27

(26)

Version:

1.0.8 Last updated: 2017-12-08

Creation date:

2017-12-08

Risk:

Permissions:

webRequest
webRequestBlocking
tabs
http://*/*
https://*/*

Size:

32.41K

Email:

as*****@gmail.com

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 10,874 ▲ 83

Other rankings

#22963 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 22 #41 in force keyword 21 ▲ 4

User reviews

Users find 'Force Download' useful for forcing file downloads from URLs without opening files in the browser, especially when the purpose is understood. However, many report it often only downloads HTML files instead of the intended media, and it fails to work on many modern sites that block direct downloads. Some reviews highlight user confusion about the extension's purpose, and that native browser features can achieve similar results. Overall, it works well in specific scenarios but has limited utility on current web content.

Pros

Allows downloading files directly via URL without opening in browser tab
Works as intended for users who understand its purpose
Simple tool that can be useful for downloading known file URLs
Safe and free extension according to some users

Cons

Often downloads HTML files instead of actual media or desired content
Does not work on many modern websites that block video or file downloads
Confusing or unclear purpose leading to user misunderstanding
Not effective compared to native browser options in some cases

Recent reviews

It's Fake. It just downloads the URL file on your system.

So*****, 2025-02-20

excelente app

ju*****, 2024-07-24

works on recurbate

Ba*****, 2023-09-15

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Force Download has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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