The Best Video Downloader for Chrome
Video Downloader Plus for Chrome — instantly detect and capture video streams from any website. Pick your quality, hit download — that simple.
Add to Chrome — It's FreeWorks seamlessly with 1000+ sites
Trusted by millions worldwide
The numbers speak for themselves. Join a growing community of creators, students, and professionals.
10K+
Supported Sites
1.2M+
Chrome Users
5M+
Videos Saved
4.8/5
Store Rating
100%
Privacy Safe
Download Videos from Any Website
Video Downloader Plus Chrome extension automatically detects video streams as you browse. Whether it's HLS (m3u8), MP4, or WebM — just click the icon and download videos from any website instantly.
- Works on 10,000+ websites including Vimeo, Dailymotion, Twitch
- Detects encrypted and obfuscated video streams
- One-click video download in Chrome, Edge, and Brave
Detected Streams
Format Analysis
Cast Videos to Your TV
Don't limit yourself to small screens. Cast any detected video directly to your Chromecast, Android TV, or AirPlay device with zero setup — right from your browser.
- Supports Chromecast, Android TV, and AirPlay
- Stream in full 1080p and 4K quality
- Use your phone as a remote control
Available Devices
Now Playing
Save Videos for Later
Bookmark any video from any site to watch later. Build your personal video library so you never lose track of tutorials, lectures, or favorite content.
- One-click save from any website
- Track your watch progress automatically
- Organize with tags and collections
Watch Later
Progress
Convert m3u8 to MP4 and More
Automatically convert HLS streams and other formats into MP4, MKV, MOV, or WebM. All processing happens locally in your browser — no uploads, no waiting.
- Convert HLS/m3u8 to MP4, MKV, MOV, WebM
- Automatic video and audio stream merging
- No server upload — everything runs in your browser
Output Formats
Auto Convert
Backup Downloads to Cloud
Automatically upload your downloaded videos to cloud storage. Connect Google Drive, AWS S3, or Cloudflare R2 to keep your videos safe without filling up your hard drive.
- Google Drive, AWS S3, Cloudflare R2 support
- Automatic backup after each download
- Free up local storage automatically
Cloud Storage
Auto Backup
How It Works
Get started in less than 2 minutes. No technical knowledge required.
Add to Chrome
Install the Video Downloader Plus extension on Chrome, Edge, or Brave in one click. It sits quietly in your toolbar.
Browse & Detect
Visit any website with a video. The Video Downloader Plus icon lights up when a downloadable stream is detected.
Download & Enjoy
Pick your quality, hit download, and enjoy your video offline. Or save it to cloud storage for later.
Words of praise from our users
Join thousands who trust Video Downloader Plus for their video downloading needs.
"I've tried dozens of extensions, but Video Downloader Plus is the only one that reliably detects and downloads m3u8 streams without failing. It handles large files perfectly."
"Had a tricky site that wouldn't parse. Sent a ticket and they pushed a fix within 24 hours. Incredible service."
"The lifetime plan is a steal. I use it to archive webinars and training videos that show 'expiration dates'. Now I keep them forever."
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- 5 Downloads per day
- Up to 720p quality
- Basic format support
- Standard support
Professional
For power users
- Universal Stream Detection
- Smart Video Conversion
- Cloud Sync (Drive, Dropbox, AWS)
- Unlimited 4K, 8K & 60fps Downloads
- Live Stream Recording
Billed $19.99 annually
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Lifetime
Pay once, own forever
- Universal Stream Detection
- Smart Video Conversion
- Cloud Sync (Drive, Dropbox, AWS)
- Unlimited 4K, 8K & 60fps Downloads
- Live Stream Recording
- All future updates included
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Video Downloader Plus.