HLS Downloader

HTTP Live Stream downloader
What is HLS Downloader?
HLS Downloader is an Edge add-on that sniffs and downloads HTTP Live Streams. Simply open a tab with a stream, click the extension icon, select a playlist and resolution, and wait for the download to complete. Enjoy seamless access to your favorite streams!
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Add-on stats

By: puemos
Rating: 3.60 (31)
Version: 4.1.1 (Last updated: 2024-06-17)
Creation date: 2021-08-23
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • unlimitedStorage
  • storage
  • downloads
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 10.71M

Ranking

# 948 ▼ 6

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Add-on summary

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Source code: https://github.com/puemos/hls-downloader

HTTP Live Streams sniffer and downloader

  1. Open a tab with an HTTP Live Stream
  2. Click the extension icon
  3. Select a playlist
  4. Select a resolution (quality of the video)
  5. Wait for the download to complete

Enjoy!

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Edge Add-on Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works on various video sites
  • Effectively extracts media from streams
  • User-friendly interface
  • Can download Udemy videos
  • Handles batching of large video files
Cons
  • Doesn't save downloaded files
  • Download button issues after update
  • Only saves data temporarily with no clear location
  • Incapable of handling playlist downloads properly
  • Files downloaded with incorrect format (e.g., .ts)
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't save downloaded files
  • Works on various video sites
  • Download button issues after update
  • Effectively extracts media from streams
  • Files downloaded with incorrect format (e.g., .ts)
Recent reviews
Doesn't save downloaded files at all. Nothing happens when you press "save" button. Only takes more and more space in Edge temp folder.
by Алексей, 2024-09-09
Would be nice to actually know where the downloads folder is for it, but it seems to be working fine...
by Noizestradamus, 2024-07-21
The Best tool to download Udemy Videos
by Peter, 2024-07-10
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

HLS Downloader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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