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.'
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 119
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 1.53M
URLs: Website
Ranking
# 1,891
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
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Features:
- 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.
- It's able to send Headers (referrer, cookies) to Aria2
- Run and Shutdown Aria2c Automatically.
Known Issues:
- FTP download is not supported.
- Sometimes you will get an error message after you click the download button probably because Aria2c doesn't start completely.
- 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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Pros
- Convenient aria2 manager for Firefox
- Works well with aria2 version 1.36
- User-friendly design compared to Chromium-based plugins
Cons
- Limited support on mobile version of Firefox
- Settings frequently reset
- Initial setup is challenging
- Notification sound option is hard to find
- Default themes are too bright for some users
Most mentioned
- Compatibility issues with settings reset
- Difficulty with initial setup
- Desire for better mobile support
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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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