GitHub Direct Download

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GitHub Direct Download

GitHub Direct Download makes downloading files and folders from GitHub fast, simple, and intuitive.
With one click, you can download individual files or entire folders directly from any public GitHub repository—without cloning, zipping the whole repo, or using external tools.

🚀 Key Features

One-click file download
Instantly download any file directly from a GitHub repository with a single click.

Folder download support
Download entire folders while preserving the original directory structure.

Automatic structure handling
Files and folders are downloaded exactly as they appear in the repository.

Smart dotfile handling
Hidden files (such as .env, .gitignore) are handled safely and organized automatically.

Clean GitHub UI integration
Download buttons are seamlessly added next to files and folders without disrupting GitHub’s interface.

Download completion notifications
Get a notification when a download finishes—only for downloads triggered by this extension.

Light & Dark mode support
The extension adapts automatically to your system or Chrome theme.

No configuration required
Works out of the box—just install and start downloading.

🌍 Supported Repositories

✅ Public GitHub repositories

❌ Private repositories are not supported yet (due to GitHub API limitations)

Support for private repositories may be added in a future update.

🧠 Why Use GitHub Direct Download?

No need to clone repositories

No need to download entire ZIP archives

No third-party websites

No manual URL editing

Faster and more convenient workflow for developers, students, and researchers

Whether you’re grabbing a single config file, a script, or a specific folder from a large project, GitHub Direct Download saves time and keeps your workflow smooth.

🔒 Privacy & Security

This extension does not collect personal data

No tracking, analytics, or ads

All downloads happen directly from GitHub’s official servers

Runs only on GitHub pages

🛠 How It Works

Open any public GitHub repository

Browse files or folders

Click the Download button next to the item you want

Receive a notification once the download is complete

That’s it.

👨‍💻 Built For Developers

GitHub Direct Download is designed with developers in mind:

Lightweight

Fast

Clean UI

Reliable behavior

Chrome-store compliant

❤️ About the Author

Built with care by Harsh Kachhaway, focused on creating tools that improve everyday developer workflows.