Stream Recorder - HLS & m3u8 Video Downloader

You can download and save live streaming video in HLS / m3u8 format.

Stream Recorder - HLS & m3u8 Video Downloader is a powerful Chrome extension designed to let users easily download and save live and archived streaming videos delivered via HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) format, including ts/m3u8 files. It features a unique video capture function that allows direct recording of videos within the browser.

The extension converts downloaded audio and video streams into MP4 format without re-encoding, preserving the original quality. All processing is done securely within the extension itself, without relying on external servers. Users should ensure they comply with copyright and permissions before recording any media. Stream Recorder is compatible with the latest stable Chrome versions and provides clear privacy policies and terms of use.

By:
https://https://www.hlsloader.com/
Users:
1,000,000+
Rating:
4.08
(1,613)
4 new ratings
Version:
2.2.2 Last updated: 2024-09-23
Creation date:
2020-05-05
Risk:
Very high risk impact Very low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • webNavigation
  • tabs
  • scripting
  • offscreen
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size:
208.90K
Email:
lo*****@gmail.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Chrome Web Store
Updated:
a day ago

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User reviews

Users generally find 'Stream Recorder - HLS & m3u8 Video Downloader' effective for downloading live streaming videos and appreciate its speed and features. However, multiple reviews report functionality problems like failure to download after updates, missing audio in recordings, browser slowdowns, and issues with specific platforms or browsers. While many are satisfied, consistent performance issues highlight the need for updates and improvements.
Pros
  • Effectively downloads HLS/m3u8 streaming videos from various websites.
  • Easy to use and reliable for many users.
  • Provides useful features like time specification for recordings.
  • Highly praised for speed and performance by satisfied users.
  • Works well across different live streaming platforms when functional.
Cons
  • Stops working or downloads fail after updates or changes in streaming sites.
  • Does not capture audio in recorded videos for some users.
  • Performance issues such as slow loading times and browser slowdowns.
  • Incompatibility issues with certain browsers like Brave and some streaming services.
  • Occasional bugs causing video segmentation, freezing, or interrupted downloads.
Recent reviews
Шикарное приложение, все скачивает отлично. Благодарю.
by V B, 2025-05-21

Baya iyi
by Efetaha Baltaoglu, 2025-05-21

Uso essa extensão há muito tempo e nunca me deixou na mão!
by Marcelo Castro, 2025-05-17
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Stream Recorder - HLS & m3u8 Video Downloader requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

Stream Recorder - HLS & m3u8 Video Downloader has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • Low This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.
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