Multi-connection acceleration
Each file is split into up to 32 fragments downloaded at the same time, then joined automatically. Ideal for large ISO images, games and videos.
Free · No ads · Windows 10 & 11
The free download manager for Windows that does it all
Speed up downloads with up to 32 connections per file, resume anything that was interrupted, save videos from YouTube and 1,000+ sites in up to 4K or as MP3, and download torrents — in one clean, modern app.
Free forever. No account, no ads, no bundled software.
32
connections per file
1,000+
video sites supported
6
browsers integrated
12
languages
Features
Everything you need to download faster
From a single file to a whole website, File Download Manager handles it — and stays out of your way.
Pause and resume anything
Lost connection, sleep or restart: the download continues exactly where it stopped, with automatic retries.
YouTube and 1,000+ video sites
Choose the quality — up to 4K at 60 fps — or keep only the sound as MP3. Works with YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, X, TikTok, Twitch and many more.
Torrents and magnet links
A built-in BitTorrent engine downloads .torrent files and magnet links with DHT and peer exchange. No separate torrent client needed.
Works with your browser
The extension for Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi catches your downloads and offers to save the video you are watching.
Queue and scheduler
Line up downloads, choose how many run at once, start the queue at night and let the PC sleep or shut down when everything is done.
Website grabber
Save a whole website for offline reading, or collect only the images, PDFs or archives it links to.
Video streams to MP4
HLS streams (m3u8) are downloaded segment by segment and converted into a single MP4 file.
Modern and in your language
A clean Windows 11 interface with dark mode, categories, speed limiter and 12 languages.
Screenshots
Designed for Windows 11
Fluent design, Mica, light and dark themes: it feels like part of Windows.
Get started
Ready in a minute
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Install
Download the installer and run it. No administrator rights needed; the video and torrent components are included.
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Add the extension
The app shows you, picture by picture, how to add the extension to your browser.
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Download
Click a download link or the button that appears on a video: File Download Manager takes over and goes faster.
Free alternative
A free alternative to IDM
Looking for an alternative to Internet Download Manager, Free Download Manager, JDownloader or XDM? File Download Manager brings multi-connection downloads, browser capture, video downloads and torrents together — free and without ads.
Compare the features- Multi-connection downloads (up to 32 per file)
- Pause, resume and automatic retries
- Extension for Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi
- Videos from YouTube and 1,000+ sites, up to 4K
- MP3 conversion
- Torrents and magnet links
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is File Download Manager really free?
Yes. There is no trial period, no licence key, no ads and no bundled software. The project lives on voluntary donations.
Which versions of Windows are supported?
Windows 10 and Windows 11, 64-bit. The video, MP3 and torrent components are included in the installer, and no administrator rights are needed.
Which browsers work with the extension?
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi. The illustrated tutorial shows how to add it in a few clicks.
Can it download YouTube videos and convert them to MP3?
Yes: YouTube and more than 1,000 sites, with the choice of quality (up to 4K when available) or MP3 audio only. Download only content you have the right to download, and respect copyright and the sites' terms of use. DRM-protected services (Netflix, Disney+, Spotify…) are not supported.
Can I resume a download that stopped?
Yes. Pause and resume at any time; after a disconnection or a restart, the download continues where it stopped as long as the server allows it.
Does it download torrents and magnet links?
Yes. Open a .torrent file or paste a magnet link: the built-in BitTorrent engine handles it, with no other software to install.
Is it safe? Why does Windows show a warning?
The installer is new and not yet known to Microsoft SmartScreen, so Windows may show “Windows protected your PC”: click More info then Run anyway. You can check the file with its SHA-256 checksum on the download page. The app installs for your account only and can be removed from Settings → Apps.
How is it different from IDM?
Internet Download Manager is paid software. File Download Manager is free and also includes video downloads with quality choice, MP3 conversion, torrents and a modern Windows 11 interface in 12 languages.
Download faster, starting today
Free, light and in your language. Install it in a minute.