IBM Aspera Connect

This add-on enables the use of IBM Aspera Connect with Firefox. This add-on requires the IBM Aspera Connect application, version 3.9.0 or newer. IMPORTANT: If you encounter an error "Download failed. Please check your connection", update Firefox.
What is IBM Aspera Connect?
IBM Aspera Connect is a Firefox add-on designed to provide high-speed file transfers to IBM Aspera servers, leveraging the superior throughput of the FASP transfer protocol. This add-on necessitates the IBM Aspera Connect desktop application with a version of 3.9.0 or newer. This software is only employed by websites that incorporate IBM Aspera for file transfers and ensures user privacy by not reading or storing any personal data.
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Add-on stats

Rating: 3.58 (48)
Version: 4.1.1.1 (Last updated: 2022-02-15)
Creation date: 2018-12-11
Weekly download count: 549
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • nativeMessaging
  • activeTab
Size: 92.86K
URLs: Website

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This add-on enables the use of IBM Aspera Connect with Firefox. This add-on requires the IBM Aspera Connect desktop application, version 3.9.0 or newer.

The purpose of this extension and the corresponding desktop application is to move large files FAST from your computer to an IBM Aspera server. You need to have an account on an Aspera server to move files.

FASP is the protocol used to move files much faster than is possible over TCP/IP. The application has to be where the network is.

Privacy statement: This add-on is activated only by websites that integrate IBM Aspera to transfer files. This extension does not read or store any personal information.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Allows quick transfer of large files using the Aspera FASP protocol.
Cons
  • Requires installation of both a browser extension and a desktop application.
  • Concerns about excessive permissions and data access.
  • Slow download speeds compared to expectations.
  • Lengthy and complicated installation process.
Most mentioned
  • Need to install both browser add-on and desktop application.
  • Concerns about data privacy and permissions required.
  • Performance issues, particularly with download speeds.
Recent reviews
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

IBM Aspera Connect requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

IBM Aspera Connect has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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