MAX Video Downloader – download HLS, DASH, MP4/WEBM, LIVE streams

Max is the best-in-class media downloader – there's no accounts, payments or telemetry, it's completely FREE – as it should be.

What MAX can do:
– Download HLS (.m3u8), DASH (.mpd), and direct media (.mp4, .webm, .mkv, etc)
– Record live streams as they happen
– Extract Audio and Subtitles from source media
– Merge/Mux multiple tracks (audio, subs) into one video file
– Copy source quality without re-encoding
– Zero data collection – everything stays on your machine
... and many more features you get for FREE.

My goal is to make the best downloader available, so your feedback is welcome.

Simple to use:
See a video? Click the MAX icon, choose your quality, and download. Your videos are 2 clicks away. No confusing menus or waiting. Downloads finish directly on your computer with full speed.

No more copy-pasting URLs and constantly opening tabs, full experience happens inside the extension!

Advanced streaming support:
MAX is built for adaptive protocols. You can download m3u8 streams, download mpd videos, and convert them seamlessly into MP4, WEBM or MKV containers – the ideal fit for your offline player on any device. Complex manifests, multiple tracks, and fragmented streams are handled automatically through the companion app.

Companion App (CoApp):
For HLS and DASH formats, MAX requires a lightweight open-source native application built around FFmpeg. Direct video files can be downloaded without CoApp. This combo ensures best-possible experience for you as the end-user. Native app is opensourced on GitHub, while extension passes Chrome Web Store manual reviews, which guarantees your security.

Supported platforms:
– macOS 10.15+ (Apple Silicon M1-M4 & Intel)
– Windows 8.1+ (x64 and ARM64 via native emulation)
– Linux (x64 and ARM64 distros)

Privacy guaranteed:
✓ No analytics
✓ No accounts
✓ No paywalls
✓ No artificial limitations
✓ All processing happens locally on your device
✓ Open-source companion app on GitHub for transparency

Performance optimized:
– Extension is under ~256 Kb. Only necessary permissions with clear reasoning behind each.
– CoApp auto-disconnects in 1 min of inactivity to save resources.
– Downloads use full internet speed.
– Smart optimizations to reduce any load on the system.

Downloads show progress with downloaded file size estimation and clear metadata (quality, resolution, codec, fps, audio channels, language).

Real-world usage:
– Save online courses and tutorials for offline learning/studying.
– Archive important presentations and webinars before they expire.
– Record live events and sports broadcasts.
– Download entertainment content for travel without internet.
– Build your personal media library from multiple sources.
– Download videos from Sora, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, DailyMotion and many other media platforms

Completely free:
– No premium tiers or subscription plans.
– No artificial limits on download speed, file size, or number of downloads.
– Every feature available to all users immediately.

Legal compliance:
This extension respects Chrome Web Store policies. YouTube and other restricted platforms, as well as DRM-protected media is not supported. Always ensure you have rights to download content.

Get started:
Install the extension and start downloading instantly. For HLS/DASH support, install the free companion app – takes under 1 minute. Direct media files work immediately without setup. Additional information is available on the website.

Please note: extension is in early development stage, so some bugs are unavoidable. We are working daily to improve it. Please report any findings here in the Support section / on GitHub discussions / on support email.