FetchV - Video Downloader for m3u8 & hls

The video downloader for saving web videos and live streams.

FetchV - Video Downloader for HLS & m3u8 Files

FetchV - Video Downloader for m3u8 & hls is a versatile Chrome extension designed to save web videos and live streams. It supports HLS video formats, including those indexed by m3u8 files, and can merge media fragments into a single MP4 file. The extension features multi-thread downloading for faster speeds, switching resolutions, media previews, and operates entirely within your browser. However, it does not support encrypted videos and requires compliance with technical standards for effective use.
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Extension stats

Users: 100,000+
Version: 2.8 (Last updated: 2025-01-07)
Creation date: 2024-06-26
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • storage
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • offscreen
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 394.24K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

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FetchV - Video Downloader for m3u8 & hls (v2.7)
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Extension summary

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Features:

  1. Supports HLS video (streaming video indexed by m3u8 file), integrating all media fragments into a single MP4 file.
  2. Supports HLS live streaming.
  3. Supports videos or live streams with a 'blob' prefix in the player's src address. For such media, when the actual media address cannot be detected, the "recording mode" can be used to convert the buffered data into an MP4 file.
  4. Supports various static videos or audios that can be played on web pages, such as MP4, WEBM, etc.
  5. Supports streaming MP4 (HLS v7, may add support for "MPEG-DASH" in the future).
  6. Uses multi-thread downloading, which can significantly increase the download speed in good network conditions, very useful for downloading large files.
  7. Supports switching resolutions, available when the HLS video's m3u8 file provides multiple resolutions.
  8. Provides media preview, if multiple media are captured on a page, you can confirm your target through the preview.
  9. Provides a feature-rich download interface, where you can know the download speed, progress, and perform operations like switching download threads, switching resolutions, and modifying file names.
  10. All the work of this tool is done in your browser, without using any third-party servers to transmit or convert media data.

Notes:

  1. This tool is only applicable to videos that comply with technical standards, and it does not work for videos using non-standard playback technologies. It does not have special adaptations for specific websites.
  2. It does not support encrypted videos, and we are not responsible for any media you download. It is recommended to check the copyright of the media before downloading.
  3. Although this tool has been adapted to popular web videos, it cannot guarantee absolute success in the adapted scope. If it doesn't work for you, please try other tools as an alternative.

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
  • Easy to use
  • Effective for downloading m3u8 and HLS videos
  • Nice design
  • Reliable for smaller files
  • High success rate on supported platforms
Cons
  • Doesn't work on YouTube
  • Limited effectiveness on large files
Most mentioned
  • Works well for m3u8 and HLS
  • User-friendly and functional
  • Great design
  • Reliable for small files
  • Not functional for YouTube videos
User reviews
Perfecto para descargar M3U8
by Manuel romero vidal, 2025-01-21

Extensão que não pode faltar de maneira alguma no navegador chrome!!! Simplesmente Excelente!!! Só uma recomendação: nas opções de configurações de Download, é melhor colocar a opção "Threads de downloads" em 1 , para não correr o risco na hora de baixar um vídeo de tamanho grande e o mesmo dar erro em algum momento de sua execução, não que isso vá acontecer, é só mesmo uma dica em caso de vídeos de tamanhos muito grandes.
by Alexandre de Freitas, 2025-01-21

by Anthony Aparicio, 2025-01-20
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Extension safety

Risk impact

FetchV - Video Downloader for m3u8 & hls requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

FetchV - Video Downloader for m3u8 & hls has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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