auto resume downloads

auto resume downloads

This extension allows the user to auto resume downloads that have failed due to non-human error. Failed downloads will attempt to resume within one minute of failing. Does not resume downloads that have been cancelled by user or browser close.

What is auto resume downloads?
"Auto Resume Downloads" is a convenient Firefox add-on designed to improve your downloading experience. If a download fails due to a non-human error (e.g., internet disconnection, server timeout), this extension automatically attempts to resume the download within one minute of the failure. However, it does not resume downloads that were cancelled by the user or due to the browser's closure. Enhance your online efficiency with the automatic resume of interrupted downloads.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 1,409 ▲ 1
Rating: 1.75 (51)
Version: 1.0.4resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2017-11-23
Weekly download count: 28
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • downloads
  • alarms
Size: 8.28K
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Merlin
User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Useful for overnight downloading
Cons
  • Doesn't work
  • Has not worked in years
  • Issues with pausing and resuming controls
Most mentioned
  • Does not work
  • Compatibility issues with newer Firefox versions
  • Lack of updates or fixes for the add-on
Recent reviews
Please dear friends, for those who know how to make it work, can you tell me which version of firefox you use? I am using firefox version 115.8.0esr and this plugin doesn't work. Thank you for your nice help :) :) :)
by CelloRVV98750, 2024-03-12

Please dear friends, for those who know how to make it work, can you tell me which version of firefox you use? I am using firefox version 115.8.0esr and this plugin doesn't work. Thank you for your nice help :) :) :)
by CelloRVV98750, 2024-03-12
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Safety
Risk impact

auto resume downloads is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

auto resume downloads is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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