Turbo Download Manager (Classic)
a download manager with multi-threading support
What is Turbo Download Manager (Classic)?
Turbo Download Manager (Classic) is a chrome extension that enhances and optimizes file downloading. It is specifically designed to function reliably on low-bandwidth connections like 3G networks. Besides offering resumability and multi-source downloading, it also speeds up downloads depending on the number of segments and your network capacity. Users can even preview media files while downloading. The extension is still under development and is open source and free.

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- storage
- unlimitedStorage
- notifications
- contextMenus
- <all_urls>
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Summary
Turbo Download Manager (Classic) aims to provide reliable file downloading even on low-bandwidth internet connections like 3G networks.
Key Features:
- Speeds up downloads (speed depends on the number of segments and your network capacity)
- Allows resuming interrupted downloads by introducing fresh links
- Supports downloading from multiple sources
- Permits previewing media files while they are being downloaded
- Extensible and accessible from other extensions and applications
- Open source and free
Please note that this extension is still under development. For bug reports, kindly submit them to https://github.com/inbasic/turbo-download-manager/issues
How to Use: Right-click on any link, image, video, or audio element, then select the "Download Now" option. The download manager interface will open, enabling you to initiate the download.
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Pros
- modern IDM
- can download large files
- can install itself automatically
Cons
- complicated to use
- can potentially consume gigabytes of storage space
- issues with visibility after installation
- converts files to unexpected formats
- sometimes cannot start download
- may require frequent cache clearance
Most mentioned
- difficulties in use
- issues with downloaded file format
- problems with visibility after installation
- large cache consumption
Safety
Risk impact
Turbo Download Manager (Classic) may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.
Risk likelihood
Turbo Download Manager (Classic) has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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