Aria2 Download Manager Integration

Replace built-in download manager. When activated, detects the download links to direct links to this add-on and send to Aria2

Aria2 Download Manager Integration - Firefox Add-On

The 'Aria2 Download Manager Integration' is an add-on for Firefox that replaces the built-in download window. It has the capability of sending Headers (referrer, cookies) to Aria2 and can run and shut down Aria2c automatically. The add-on directly facilitates downloads without need of utilizing the standard Firefox download button or context menu. It comes with features to start Aria2 manually or enable auto-start through system's 'autostart' or 'uri scheme.'
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Add-on stats

By: Ross Wang
Users: 2,178
-36
Rating: 4.51
(165)
Version: 0.4.5 (Last updated: 2019-06-14)
Version code: undefined
Creation date: 2017-10-04
Weekly download count: 147
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • notifications
  • downloads
  • downloads.open
  • contextMenus
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • cookies
  • <all_urls>
Size: 1.53M
URLs: Website

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# 1,819 ▲ 12
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Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Features:

  1. Replace Firefox's built-in download window directly, no need to click the download button in Firefox's built-in download window first or use the context menu to start a download.
  2. It's able to send Headers (referrer, cookies) to Aria2
  3. Run and Shutdown Aria2c Automatically.

Known Issues:

  1. FTP download is not supported.
  2. Sometimes you will get an error message after you click the download button probably because Aria2c doesn't start completely.
  3. Mozilla doesn't allow us to send the referrer and cookies to the Firefox's built-in download manager.

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You need to download and start Aria2 by yourself, complete at least 'Protocol,' 'Host,' 'Port' and 'Interface' in the options page and then click the 'Save' button.

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User reviews

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Pros
  • Convenient management for aria2 in Firefox
  • Works well on multiple platforms like Windows and Raspbian
  • Ample features when properly set up
Cons
  • Requires manual IP/port setup for default operation
  • Settings tend to reset frequently
  • Lacks dark theme option and support for Firefox on Android
Most mentioned
  • Issues with setup and configuration
  • Functionality varies across platforms
  • Desire for additional features like dark mode and better notifications
User reviews
by Firefox user 17575456, 2024-12-01
by Sugeng Tigefa, 2024-09-08
by zihad, 2024-07-04
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Aria2 Download Manager Integration requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Aria2 Download Manager Integration has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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