HLS Downloader
HTTP Live Stream downloader
What is HLS Downloader?
HLS Downloader is a Firefox add-on that enables users to download HTTP Live Streams by selecting a playlist and resolution. Simply open a tab with an HTTP Live Stream, click the extension icon, choose the playlist and resolution, and save the file upon completion. The source code is available on GitHub for further customization and development.
Stats
By: puemos
Creation date: 2020-04-23
Weekly download count: 901
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 10.74M
URLs: Website
Stats date:
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Summary
HTTP Live Streams sniffer and downloader
- Open a tab with an HTTP Live Stream
- Click the extension icon
- Select a playlist
- Select a resolution (quality of the video)
- Wait for the download to complete
- Save the file
source code: https://github.com/puemos/hls-downloader
Enjoy!
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- High-performance and convenient
- Allows downloading locked content
- Saves as .mp4
Cons
- Frequently freezes
- Difficult to use
- Stops working after clearing downloaded video
Most mentioned
- Frequently freezes
- Difficult to use
- Saves as .mp4
Recent reviews
TS file downloading function is gone. Please, make it back..
неплохо, почти без багов))
looks nice, but does not work. a shame
Safety
Risk impact
HLS Downloader is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install HLS Downloader if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
HLS Downloader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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