Xtreme Download Manager

What Xtreme Download Manager is

Xtreme Download Manager (XDM) manages downloads and can save streaming video, resume interrupted transfers, schedule downloads, and convert downloaded videos. The maker says its dynamic file segmentation can accelerate downloads by up to five times. When XDM detects a video in a browser, it displays a Download Video button. Browser integrations include Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Vivaldi, Chromium-based browsers, and Firefox-based browsers. Users can queue downloads, set a speed limit, and schedule transfers; XDM can also disconnect or shut down the computer when downloads finish. It can resume transfers after connection problems, computer shutdowns, or power outages. Listed protocols include HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, MPEG-DASH, Apple HLS, and Adobe HDS, with proxy servers and authentication supported. Its video converter changes downloaded videos to other formats and lists support for more than 100 devices. XDM is free and described as open-source software. Platforms are listed as Windows, macOS, and Linux, with browser integration and a portable version also listed. The download page provides Windows and Linux installers, while its MacOS entries for recent releases are marked TBD. The maker directs users to its GitHub support forum. Its privacy policy says browser-extension request data, such as URLs and cookies, is used locally and is not sent to XDM or third-party servers.

Who it suits

XDM suits people who want a free tool to manage, schedule, and resume downloads across desktop systems, or save detected streaming video in a browser. It may also suit users who want download queues, speed limits, and video conversion in the same program.

Limits

XDM has no listed paid tier; the free plan costs nothing. Recent macOS entries on the download page are marked TBD, while Windows and Linux installers are listed.

Getting started

1. Visit the Xtreme Download Manager website.
2. Download the installer for Windows or Linux, or check the macOS download listing.
3. Install XDM or use the listed portable version.
4. Add the browser integration for a supported browser.
5. Use the GitHub support forum for questions or problem descriptions.

Verdict

Choose XDM if you want a free download manager with scheduling, recovery, browser video detection, and conversion features. Consider another option if you need a currently listed macOS installer, since recent macOS download entries are marked TBD.