GitHub Downloader

Name: GitHub Downloader
Rating: 3.88 (25 reviews)
Author: Titus

Download single files from GitHub

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GitHub Downloader is a Chrome extension designed to streamline the process of downloading single files from any GitHub repository. Often, cloning an entire repo just to get one file can be cumbersome. With this extension, users can quickly access and download specific files directly from github.com pages without extra steps. This tool enhances productivity and convenience for developers and users working with GitHub.

If you find GitHub Downloader useful, the developer welcomes donations via PayPal to support ongoing maintenance. This lightweight extension is an essential addition for anyone frequently interacting with GitHub repositories needing quick file access.

Extension Developer Tools Productivity

By:

Titus

Users:

10,000

Rating:

3.88

(25)

Version:

3.0 Last updated: 2022-09-26

Creation date:

2020-06-24

Risk:

Permissions:

downloads

Host permissions:

https://github.com/*
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/*

Size:

143.36K

Email:

ti*****@gmail.com

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

2 days ago

Ranking

# 8,707 ▼ 206

Other rankings

#7031 in Developer Tools ▼ 29 #40 in github keyword 40 ▼ 17 #163 in paypal keyword 34 ▼ 108 #299 in downloader keyword 80 ▼ 156

User reviews

GitHub Downloader is appreciated for its simplicity and ability to download individual files from GitHub easily, providing a convenient Download button. Users find it useful as it avoids the need to download entire repositories. However, multiple users report issues with the extension redirecting to a donation page, preventing downloads. Additionally, it lacks support for downloading folders and has occasional UI issues where the Download button does not appear without refreshing the page.

Pros

Simple and easy to use
Works as intended and performs downloads correctly
Provides a convenient Download button for GitHub files
Allows downloading individual files without needing to download entire repositories
Positive user feedback appreciating the functionality

Cons

Frequently redirects users to a donation page instead of downloading
Doesn't support downloading folders yet
Download button sometimes doesn't appear when navigating via GitHub file tree without refreshing the page

Recent reviews

Simple and easy to use! Please donate if you have the spare change. This one person is doing a great job of fighting the greedy Microsoft eco system!

Mi*****, 2024-12-12

Can't download anything, only redirects me to donation page. Deinstalled.

Fe*****, 2024-04-16

deinstalled... begging for donations!

eG*****, 2023-09-19

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Extension safety

Risk impact

GitHub 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

GitHub Downloader has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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