Motrix WebExtension

Name: Motrix WebExtension
Rating: 2.5405 (37 reviews)
Author: Gautam Krishna R

By: Gautam Krishna R

WebExtension for Motrix download manager

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Features & Capabilities

The Motrix WebExtension integrates the Motrix Download Manager directly into your browser, replacing the default download process for all your files. By using this extension, downloads initiate through Motrix, offering enhanced control and efficiency in managing your downloads.

Please ensure that Motrix is running on your system, as the extension requires the download manager to be active to function properly. For setup instructions and more details, visit the official documentation. Download Motrix from motrix.app and streamline your downloading experience today!

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Version:

26.6.17 Last updated: 2026-06-17

Version code:

6310434

Creation date:

2021-09-17

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Size:

394.85KB

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Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-03

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Ranking

# 2,931 ▲ 2

Other rankings

#264 in Download Management ▲ 2

#48 in extension guard keyword 48

#92 in extension keyword 84

#100 in extention keyword 6 ▲ 1

#164 in management keyword 41 ▼ 4

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Motrix WebExtension (v26.6.17)

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Developed by:

Gautam Krishna R

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/motrixwebextension/

Permission Change History

2025-04-11: Version 23.12.10 → 25.4.11

Remove Host permissions: <all_urls>

Remove Permissions: downloads.shelf offscreen

2023-05-06: Version 22.11.4.1147 → 23.5.5

Add Host permissions: <all_urls>

Add Permissions: offscreen cookies

2022-10-05: Version 22.1.7 → 22.10.5

Add Permissions: contextMenus

User Reviews

Users give split feedback: when RPC secret and port are configured exactly as documented the add-on works well and is highly recommended; however many report it simply won’t connect or is difficult to configure (address vs token confusion, restarts required). Recurring complaints include unreliable connectivity and occasional slow or interrupted forwarding of multiple links.

Pros

When RPC secret and port are set correctly, the extension reliably sends downloads to Motrix (many users report it works flawlessly).
Documentation/installation guide is helpful — following the docs or pasting the RPC secret/port resolves issues for several users.
Enables integration with the Motrix download manager so Firefox links can be forwarded to a dedicated downloader.

Cons

Many users report the extension fails to connect or “does not work” on their Firefox installations.
Configuration is confusing/tricky (RPC secret vs address, matching port); some users needed to restart Firefox or toggle Motrix standby to get it working.
Behavior/performance issues reported: slow transfer of multiple links (long timeouts), and forwarding can stop after cancelling a download.

Recent reviews

Seguindo a documentação e suas instruções, funcionou perfeitamente. SUPER RECOMENDO!! -- Following the documentation and it's instructions, worked perfectly. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT! :)

by Ma*****, 2025-09-05

希望默认根据系统来是否判断要开深色模式

by Mi*****, 2025-06-28

Five stars! This extension works flawlessly for me. Don't be discouraged by negative reviews; most issues seem to stem from incorrect RPC setup. As user 'adamhybel' pointed out in their review, make sure your RPC secret and port are configured correctly, and it should work like a charm. Highly recommended!

by Ni*****, 2025-05-25

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Is Motrix WebExtension Safe?

Risk impact

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Motrix WebExtension requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

Medium Allows management of download operations but generally doesn't severely affect security unless misused.
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Risk likelihood

Risk likelihood measures the probability that a Firefox add-on may turn malicious. This is determined by the publisher and the Firefox add-on reputation on Firefox Add-ons Store, the amount of time the Firefox add-on has been around, and other signals about the Firefox add-on. Our algorithms are not perfect, and are subject to change as we discover new ways to detect malicious extensions. We recommend that you always exercise caution when installing a Firefox add-on.

Motrix WebExtension may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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