DownHush Video Downloader

Sniff and download video files, HLS streams (m3u8), and YouTube links directly to your custom local directories.

DownHush is a next-generation, privacy-first media downloader that brings IDM-style multi-threaded speeds directly to your browser. Unlike conventional downloaders that upload your links to slow third-party cloud servers or bundle invasive tracker scripts, DownHush processes 100% of your data locally on your own computer. ⚠️ IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT: To download media, this extension requires the lightweight DownHush Windows Companion app installed on your computer. The desktop app acts as the local downloader engine. Visit our website to download the installer. ⚡ ACCELERATED PARALLEL SPEED Once you start a download, the DownHush companion app splits the file into 8 segment chunks and downloads them concurrently. This bypasses single-stream bandwidth limits, letting you utilize the full potential of your internet connection. 🔒 100% PRIVATE & OFFLINE-FIRST • Zero Cloud Servers: We don't route your video links through external servers. • Zero Telemetry & Tracking: DownHush does not collect logs, analytics, or search queries. • Local history: Your download dashboard and history are stored securely in a local, offline SQLite file on your drive. 🚀 KEY FEATURES: • Passive Media Sniffer: Automatically detects streaming streams (such as progressive video files, HLS streams/m3u8, and audio tracks) while you watch. • Smart Player Overlay: Adds a subtle, floating "Download" overlay next to video players so you can capture videos without opening dropdowns. • Resolution Selector: Supports multiple quality choices and extracts audio tracks directly when supported. • System Tray Mode: The desktop companion client sits quietly in your taskbar tray, completing downloads and notifying you when they finish. • Clean Directory Picker: Native Windows file browser lets you decide exactly where files are saved. 🛠️ GET STARTED IN 3 STEPS: 1. Download and run the DownHush Windows Companion installer. 2. Add this Chrome Extension to your browser. 3. Open any video stream, play the video, and click the DownHush floating overlay button to download instantly!