Download Master

Intercept downloads for Download Master, download a file or a group of files from the context menu.

Download Master – Powerful Firefox Add-on for Easy Downloads

"Download Master" is a Firefox add-on that lets you download any file or multiple files directly from your browser. With the ability to enable or disable browser integration, set minimum file size, and options for remote download, it ensures a hassle-free downloading experience. It also supports downloading video clips from supported services. Right-clicking presents new options - 'Download link', 'Download all links', and 'Remote download'. Additionally, highlighting text directs you to search results to download files. It needs to be installed on the PC along with Firefox.

Add-on stats

Users: 5,185
340
Rating: 3.50
(170)
Version: 3.1.10resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2016-12-30
Weekly download count: 251
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
  • notifications
  • downloads
  • downloads.shelf
  • downloads.open
  • cookies
  • storage
  • contextMenus
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • See more
Size: 216.45K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Download Master (v4.1.0)
3.81 (1,716) 100,000
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

Download with Download Master* by clicking on the any file link. Enable or disable browser integration from the extension menu, set the minimum file size from the extension options. Extension adds the ability to download using Download Master* specified file or group of files from the browser's context menu. After installing the plug-in a new section with items "Download link", "Download all links" and "Remote download" is added the context menu of Firefox.

Right-clicking on the link (example link) you will see a menu with 3 new items added:

  • Select "Download link" if you want to download the selected file.
  • Select "Download all links" if you want to download multiple files located on this page;
  • Select "Remote download" if you want to download a file using remote download service.

When entering the page with the video clip, if the video service is supported, extension button will be changed. Click on it and select “Download video”, you transfer the movie for download using Download Master*.

If you highlight text on a page, right-click and choose "Find selection on...". You will go directly to the page with the search results where you can download your files.

  • The plug-in must be installed on the PC together with Download Master.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works pretty good
  • Great work experience. Simple, convenient and fast application.
Cons
  • Last update 7 years ago
  • Lack of control over file types being intercepted (e.g., no option to block specific file types like torrents)
  • Program allegedly downloads unwanted content without user consent
Most mentioned
  • Program needs an update
  • Concerns about privacy and unwanted downloads
  • Integrates well with YouTube
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Download Master has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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