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About JDownloader

JDownloader is a free download manager made for downloading many files at once, especially from file-hosting sites. It collects the links from a page, downloads them in parallel and can unpack archives automatically when they are finished.

It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux and is written in Java.

Key features

Link grabberCollects all download links from a web page.
Batch downloadsDownloads many files in parallel.
Automatic extractionUnpacks archives when the download finishes.
PluginsSupport for many file-hosting sites.
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License and price

License type
Free

System requirements

Operating system
Windows, macOS, Linux
Runtime
Java

Good and keep in mind

Good

  • Excellent for many files and file-hosting sites
  • Unpacks archives automatically
  • Free

Keep in mind

  • The Windows installer may offer extra software: read each step and decline the offers
  • The interface can feel dated

Frequently asked questions

Is JDownloader free?
Yes. JDownloader is free to use.
What is JDownloader best for?
It is made for downloading many files at once, especially from file-hosting sites, and can unpack archives automatically when downloads finish.
Does the JDownloader installer include extra software?
The Windows installer may offer extra software. Read each step carefully and decline any offers you do not want.
What operating systems does JDownloader support?
JDownloader runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Where can I download JDownloader safely?
Download it from the official JDownloader website using the link on this page.

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