Video Downloader Plus
A stream-detecting downloader with a free tier that has limits.
Why it's a strong pick
Video Downloader Plus, from vidow.io, finds video that a page delivers as HLS (m3u8), DASH (mpd), MP4 or WebM. The vendor names sites such as Vimeo, Dailymotion, Twitch, Instagram, X, Facebook, Reddit and TikTok. The trade-off is the free plan: it is limited, and the extension reads browsing data to work. Read both points below.
What it does
Open a page with a video and the extension looks for the video stream the page loads. You then save it to your computer. Use it for content you own or have permission to save. It does not save DRM-protected video, and it does not support YouTube.
Key features
- Stream detection. Finds HLS, DASH, MP4 and WebM video on a page.
- Named sites. The vendor lists Vimeo, Dailymotion, Twitch, Instagram, X, Facebook, Reddit and TikTok, among others.
- Free plan with limits. The vendor limits how many videos the free plan can download; check its current limits.
- Paid lifetime plan. The vendor sells a one-time lifetime plan for unlimited downloads. Check its pricing page for current terms.
- Data disclosure. The store listing states what it handles. See the privacy answer below.
Who it's for
Video Downloader Plus is for people who save the occasional video they own or have permission to keep and want stream detection. If you plan to save many videos a day, expect to need the paid plan. If you want a different data trade-off, compare Vidora and Video DownloadHelper.
Is Video Downloader Plus free?
It has a free tier with limits and a paid plan. The vendor limits how many videos the free plan can download, and a one-time lifetime plan removes the cap. Do not expect unlimited downloads on the free plan. Check the vendor's pricing page for current limits before you install.
Can it download DRM-protected or YouTube video?
No. The vendor's FAQ says DRM-protected video is encrypted, so no extension sees the decrypted data. It also says YouTube is not supported, in line with Chrome Web Store policy. Use it only for content you own or have permission to save, and check each site's terms.
What data does Video Downloader Plus handle?
Its store privacy section lists location data, web history and website content. The developer says it collects anonymous data, including URLs and browsing history, to provide the service, and does not share it with third parties. That is the developer's own statement. Read the full policy before installing.
What permissions does it ask for?
Check the install prompt. The store listing names access to all sites and permissions such as webRequest, tabs and downloads. The vendor says webRequest helps spot HLS and DASH streams and tabs reads the page address and title. Broad access suits a stream detector, but read it before you accept.
FAQ
Does the free plan need an account? We could not confirm this. Check whether it asks you to sign in.
Which video types can it detect? HLS (m3u8), DASH (mpd), MP4 and WebM, per the vendor.
Does it work on YouTube? No.
Good to know
The free tier has limits, so plan ahead if you have several videos to save. Because it reads page and browsing data, pair it with our privacy picks in best Chrome extensions for privacy if that matters to you. See every pick in our video downloaders guide.
Other video downloaders to compare
- Video DownloadHelper: 1000+ sites, with a free tier and a paid license.
- Vidora: named players, with free use under terms that may change.
- Stream Recorder: HLS and m3u8 streams.
- Video Downloader: a small extension with a short feature list.
This is a third-party extension, not built or maintained by Xplorekit. We link to the official Chrome Web Store listing. Install and permissions are between you and the extension's own publisher. Only save video you have the right to save.