Video DownloadHelper

Download videos from the web. Easy, smart, no tracking.

Video DownloadHelper

Video DownloadHelper is your go-to Firefox add-on for downloading videos from over 1000 sites, including support for Youtube and live streams. With this add-on, you can download high-definition videos in various formats such as MP4, MKV, and WebM. Not only can you enjoy your favorite videos offline, but you can also extract audio and convert it into MP3s or podcasts for easy listening.

The add-on prioritizes your privacy with no tracking, ensuring a smooth and safe downloading experience. Join our community on Github to contribute and share your experience!

Manifest V2
By:
Paul
Daily users:
1,811,560+ -57,515
Version:
9.3.0.1 (Last updated: 2025-04-14)
Version code:
5879611
Creation date:
2006-07-22
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • downloads
  • webNavigation
  • notifications
  • scripting
  • storage
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequestBlocking
  • menus
  • See more
Size:
1.60M
Full description:
See detailed description
Updated:
a day ago

Other platforms

Video DownloadHelper (v9.3.5.4)
3,000,000+ 4.38 (24,382)
Video DownloadHelper (v9.3.5.0)
1,069,919+ 4.10 (1,046)

User reviews

Users appreciate Video DownloadHelper for its effectiveness in downloading various videos and its ease of use, considering it a top extension. However, several users report it not working properly or at all, especially after payment for the full version. Some also mention issues with watermarking on downloads.
Pros
  • Effective for downloading many videos
  • Helpful for saving videos that are otherwise difficult to obtain
  • Intuitive and easy to use
  • Considered one of the best extensions of its kind by some users
Cons
  • Not working properly or not working at all for some users
  • Requires payment for full functionality
  • Some issues with watermarking or added marks on downloads
Recent reviews
Not working at all, doesn't detect any video. Useless

Excelente herramienta 👍

by aaaeriii9, 2025-04-24
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Video DownloadHelper requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

Video DownloadHelper has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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