Internet Archive Downloader

Download PDF books from archive.org
What is Internet Archive Downloader?
Internet Archive Downloader is a Chrome extension that enables users to download PDF books from archive.org and hathitrust.org for offline reading. It also supports embedded text and JPEG/PNG file downloads, with features such as range downloads and automatic retries for network errors.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2024-08-13
Users: 50,000+
Rating: 4.58 (210)
Version: 0.8.0 (Last updated: 2024-08-04)
Creation date: 2023-03-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • downloads
  • scripting
  • storage
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 83.56K

Other platforms

Internet Archive Downloader (v1.0.0)
4.08 (50) 4,099+
Internet Archive Downloader (v1.0.0)
5.00 (3) 4,423+
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Extension summary

Internet Archive (archive.org) holds more than 34 millions books. Some books are permitted to read online by borrowing for a limit period. With the extension, the borrowed books can be downloaded for offline reading. HathiTrust Digital Library (hathitrust.org) is also supported. All books with full view permission can be downloaded.

New Feature Embedded text was accomplished. Now the produced PDF file can be text searched.

Usage For Internet Archive (https://archive.org/): After borrowing a book, two new buttons, "Quality" and "Download", appear under the book viewer alongside the "Favorite" button.

To get the current book as a PDF file, press the "Download" button. To get each leaf as a JPEG file, press the "Download" button while holding Ctrl key (Command key on Mac). To get only a range of leafs, press the "Download" button while holding Alt key (Option key on Mac), then input a range.

For HathiTrust (https://hathitrust.org/):

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works as advertised
  • User-friendly functionality for downloading books
  • Multiple quality options available
  • Fast and effective
  • Positive experience in various browsers
Cons
  • Unclear user experience
  • Issues on specific systems (e.g., Chrome for macOS)
  • Variability in download speed depending on book size
Most mentioned
  • Works as intended
  • Thankful for the functionality
  • Positive remarks on effectiveness
  • Some users faced issues with specific platforms
User reviews
Works as advertized. Automatically returns the book upon download completion. The UX is currently pretty unclear.

no it doesnt you liar
by Tyler, 2024-06-10

funciona muito bem
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Internet Archive Downloader may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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