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GitHub Direct Download

by harshkachhaway8001 · Functionality & UI
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Download individual files or entire folders from GitHub with correct structure.

Users
129
+30 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
1
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#76K
#63K among extensions
Version
1.0.0
updated 12 Feb 2026

Users

monthly, 8 months
0392783Feb 2026Jul 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 129 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 8 months
001Feb 2026Jul 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 1 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

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About GitHub Direct Download

GitHub Direct Download GitHub Direct Download makes downloading files and folders from GitHub fast, simple, and intuitive. With one click, you can download individual files or entire folders directly from any public GitHub repository—without cloning, zipping the whole repo, or using external tools. 🚀 Key Features One-click file download Instantly download any file directly from a GitHub repository with a single click. Folder download support Download entire folders while preserving the original directory structure. Automatic structure handling Files and folders are downloaded exactly as they appear in the repository. Smart dotfile handling Hidden files (such as .env, .gitignore) are handled safely and organized automatically. Clean GitHub UI integration Download buttons are seamlessly added next to files and folders without disrupting GitHub’s interface. Download completion notifications Get a notification when a download finishes—only for downloads triggered by this extension. Light & Dark mode support The extension adapts automatically to your system or Chrome theme. No configuration required Works out of the box—just install and start downloading. 🌍 Supported Repositories ✅ Public GitHub repositories ❌ Private repositories are not supported yet (due to GitHub API limitations) Support for private repositories may be added in a future update. 🧠 Why Use GitHub Direct Download? No need to clone repositories No need to download entire ZIP archives No third-party websites No manual URL editing Faster and more convenient workflow for developers, students, and researchers Whether you’re grabbing a single config file, a script, or a specific folder from a large project, GitHub Direct Download saves time and keeps your workflow smooth. 🔒 Privacy & Security This extension does not collect personal data No tracking, analytics, or ads All downloads happen directly from GitHub’s official servers Runs only on GitHub pages 🛠 How It Works Open any public GitHub repository Browse files or folders Click the Download button next to the item you want Receive a notification once the download is complete That’s it. 👨‍💻 Built For Developers GitHub Direct Download is designed with developers in mind: Lightweight Fast Clean UI Reliable behavior Chrome-store compliant ❤️ About the Author Built with care by Harsh Kachhaway, focused on creating tools that improve everyday developer workflows.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+16+14.2%00.00
30 days+30+30.3%00.00
6 months+104+416.0%+1+5.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.0.012 Feb 2026

Details

Category
Functionality & UI
First seen
12 Feb 2026
Size
35 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
github.com
Extension ID
ekgidddocdklbfppcgaagmjbaeccmdff

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 2
Permissions
downloadsnotifications
Site access
https://github.com/*https://api.github.com/*https://raw.githubusercontent.com/*

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