Steam Workshop Downloader

Download steam workshop files directly from your browser via steamworkshop.download
What is Steam Workshop Downloader?
Steam Workshop Downloader is a Chrome extension designed to simplify the process of acquiring content from the Steam Workshop. With the ability to replace the 'Subscribe' button with a 'Download' option on Workshop pages, this tool provides a quick and effortless way to download your favorite mods and content for games. It leverages the steamworkshop.download website to facilitate downloads, although some restrictions may apply due to changes in the Steam API, affecting paid games content acquisition.

Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Rating: 2.00 (24)
Version: 0.0.4 (Last updated: 2024-02-11)
Creation date: 2024-02-11
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Host permissions:
  • *://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=*
Size: 81.21K

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Extension summary

Steam Workshop Downloader is a convenient Chrome extension that enables you to download files directly from Steam Workshop through your browser. This extension replaces the "Subscribe" button with "Download" on Steam Workshop pages, allowing users to download Workshop content quickly and easily.

WARNING-Disclaimer Due to the Steam API change, you can only download the workshop files of paid games if they were downloaded and archived before the change.

For example "https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2207463614" you can download this wallpaper but cant download this "http://steamworkshop.download/download/view/3150957047"

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 for some users
  • Useful if you understand the description
  • Easier than finding similar extensions
Cons
  • Frequent errors related to Steam's file download restrictions
  • Not functioning for many users
  • Some users report it as a scam or malware
Most mentioned
  • Steam has disabled file downloads
  • Doesn't work or fails to download
  • Mixed reviews on functionality
Recent reviews
fake extension... giving error 'Steam has disabled file downloads.'
by AroCodes, 2024-10-20

by zuerama 24, 2024-10-05

by Darck Killer, 2024-10-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Steam Workshop Downloader requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Steam Workshop Downloader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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