Detect and download videos, audio, images, and compatible live streams from web pages.
Users
147
+117 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
6
+1 in 30 days
Store rank
#73K
#61K among extensions
Version
1.5.0
updated 17 Oct 2026
Users
monthly, 1 months
Latest, 18 Oct 2026:147 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 1 months
Latest, 18 Oct 2026:6 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Video Download Assistant
Video Download Assistant — Download Videos, Live Streams, Audio & Images
Video Download Assistant makes it easy to find and save downloadable media from the web. Instead of searching a page for hidden download links, simply open the extension to view detected videos, audio, live streams, and images in one place.
Key Features
🔍 Smart Media Detection
Automatically detects downloadable media on the current page, including direct video and audio files, HLS streams, and DASH adaptive streams.
🎬 Multiple Qualities & Formats
View the available formats, resolutions, and qualities provided by the source, then choose the version that works best for you.
📡 Live Stream Recording
Record accessible HLS and HTTP-FLV live streams directly from your browser. Stop recording whenever you want and save the captured portion.
🔄 MP4 & MP3 Processing
Remux or convert compatible media to MP4 or MP3 directly in your browser when supported.
📦 Download Queue & Progress
Manage multiple download tasks from one place and keep track of their progress.
🖼️ Image Detection & Downloading
Quickly save individual images or discover image resources available on the current page.
How to Use
1. Open a webpage containing the media you want to save.
2. Click Video Download Assistant in your browser toolbar.
3. Select a detected video, audio track, live stream, or image.
4. Choose an available quality or format.
5. Start the download.
Downloaded files are saved to your browser’s default download location.
Privacy & Local Processing
Supported media is downloaded and processed locally in your browser. Your media files are not uploaded to our servers for processing.
Video Download Assistant includes a free usage allowance, with expanded features and usage limits available to members.
Please use Video Download Assistant responsibly. Only download non-DRM content that you own, have permission to save, or are otherwise authorized to download. Always respect website terms of service and applicable copyright laws.