GitHub Directory Downloader: Download Folders, Files & ZIPs

Tracking since Apr 2, 2026.

Changelog

• Jun 24, 2026
  description

  GitHub Downloader is a Chrome/Opera extension that adds a convenient download button directly inside GitHub, so you can quickly save exactly what you need without git clone or extra steps.
  
  The extension integrates into github.com pages and adds:
  
  a Download Current Folder action in the page menu;
  a dedicated download icon in file table rows.
  What GitHub Downloader can do
  
  Download the current repository folder as a ZIP archive.
  Download a single file directly.
  Preserve folder structure inside archives.
  Work with public repositories out of the box.
  Support private repositories via GitHub Personal Access Token.
  Show clear status updates (fetching tree, downloading, zipping, complete).
  How it works
  
  Open any file or folder in a GitHub repository.
  Click the Download action in the menu or the row icon.
  Get a ready-to-use file/archive saved to your computer.
  Private repositories
  To download from private repositories, add a GitHub Personal Access Token with repo scope.
  The token is stored locally in browser storage and used only for GitHub API requests.
  
  Privacy & security
  
  Works only with GitHub domains.
  Does not upload your files to third-party servers.
  Archive generation happens locally in your browser.
  Requests only the permissions required to function.
  Why users install it
  
  Grab one folder from a large monorepo in seconds.
  Download a specific config/script without cloning the entire project.
  Speed up workflows for developers, PMs, analysts, and technical teams.
  Permissions
  
  storage — save token locally.
  Access to github.com, api.github.com, raw.githubusercontent.com — read repository structure and download file content.
  Limitations
  
  Designed for the github.com web interface.
  Very large repositories may hit GitHub API tree limits.
  Private content requires a valid token with proper access.

  GitHub Directory Downloader: Download Folders, Files & ZIPs is a browser extension for developers, researchers, and students who want a fast, easy way to download specific parts of a GitHub repository. Download any subdirectory or file as a ZIP archive directly from the GitHub interface without cloning the entire repository.
  
  Whether you need a single folder of assets, a subdirectory of source code, or a specific document from a massive project, GitHub Directory Downloader saves you time and bandwidth by packaging and downloading only what you need.
  
  Key features:
  - Download any folder or subdirectory as a ZIP archive
  - Download individual files directly from the repository tree
  - Fast, local packaging in your browser (no external servers used)
  - Native-feeling UI integration (adds "Download" buttons directly to GitHub)
  - Support for private repositories using GitHub Personal Access Tokens (PAT)
  - Secure token storage using Chrome local storage
  - One-click row icons in the file explorer table
  - Lightweight and matches GitHub's light/dark themes seamlessly
  
  Why users choose GitHub Directory Downloader:
  - Fast, single-purpose productivity tool
  - Avoids the need to run `git clone` for small tasks
  - Zero server-side processing—all ZIP creation happens in your browser
  - Keeps your credentials secure (tokens are stored locally)
  - Easy one-click operation
  
  Great for:
  - Developers who need specific libraries or folders from large repositories
  - Students downloading homework templates or project examples
  - Designers retrieving assets or image folders from code repositories
  - Anyone looking to save time and bandwidth when working with GitHub
  
  Source code (open source) on GitHub: https://github.com/lenadweb/github-downloader

• Jun 24, 2026
  short_description

  Download GitHub directories or files as an archive.

  Download any GitHub folder, directory or file as a ZIP. Fast local packaging with private repository token support.

• Jun 24, 2026
  name

  GitHub Directory Downloader

  GitHub Directory Downloader: Download Folders, Files & ZIPs

Permissions & access

Permissions

storage

Host access

https://api.github.com/*

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