Reddit Image Saver

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• May 20, 2026
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  Reddit Image Saver - The Ultimate Tool for Saving Reddit Images in Original Quality
  
  Tired of Reddit's image compression ruining your favorite photos? Reddit Image Saver automatically bypasses Reddit's preview system to deliver images in their original format and full resolution—every single time.
  
  THE PROBLEM WITH REDDIT IMAGES
  
  Reddit doesn't serve images directly. Instead, it uses a complex preview system that:
  
  - Wraps images in HTML pages instead of serving raw image files
  - Converts uploads to WebP format, often reducing quality
  - Applies resolution caps through preview.redd.it URLs
  - Makes downloading originals nearly impossible without knowing the tricks
  
  This is especially painful for photography, editing, and design communities where original quality matters.
  
  WHAT REDDIT IMAGE SAVER DOES
  
  Automatic Quality Restoration
  
  Accept Header Bypass: Reddit uses special HTTP headers to detect whether to serve an image or an HTML preview page. This extension removes those headers so your browser always receives the raw image file directly—no wrapper pages, no redirects, just pure image data.
  
  Preview to Original Upgrade: When you view a compressed preview image, Reddit Image Saver automatically upgrades the URL from preview.redd.it to i.redd.it—the original source. This single change can mean the difference between a 960px WebP and a 4000px+ PNG or JPEG.
  
  WebP Prevention: Reddit loves converting uploads to WebP to save bandwidth. This extension blocks that by removing WebP from the Accept headers, forcing Reddit to serve the original format (PNG, JPEG, etc.) instead of the compressed WebP version.
  
  Media Page Redirect: Reddit's reddit.com/media?url=... pages are unnecessary wrappers. This extension detects them and instantly redirects you to the actual image URL, saving a click and ensuring you get the best version available.
  
  DOWNLOAD FEATURES
  
  Multiple Ways to Save
  
  Right-Click Context Menu: Right-click any image on Reddit and select "Save Original HD Image" to download the highest quality version available. Works on all Reddit domains (new.reddit.com, old.reddit.com, sh.reddit.com, etc.).
  
  Hover Download Buttons: Simply hover over any Reddit image to reveal a convenient download button. Click it and the original quality image saves to your downloads folder instantly.
  
  Gallery Batch Download: Reddit posts often contain multiple images in gallery format. Reddit Image Saver detects these galleries and lets you download all images at once—all in original HD quality.
  
  Preserves Original Filenames: Downloads are saved with their original filenames from Reddit's servers, making it easy to organize and identify your saved images.
  
  VISUAL ENHANCEMENTS
  
  Better In-Browser Viewing
  
  HD Badges: See which images can be upgraded to HD with a helpful "HD" badge overlay. Instantly know which images have better versions available.
  
  Quick Popup Dashboard: Click the extension icon to see a quick summary: image count on the current page, gallery status, and toggle quick settings without leaving your tab.
  
  Full Options Page: Need fine-grained control? The comprehensive options page lets you enable or disable every feature, from auto-redirect to download button overlays.
  
  SUPPORTED REDDIT DOMAINS
  
  - i.redd.it — Original image hosting
  - preview.redd.it — Compressed previews (automatically upgraded)
  - external-preview.redd.it — External image previews
  - cf.preview.redd.it — Cloudflare CDN previews
  - www.reddit.com/media — Media wrapper pages (automatically redirected)
  
  WHY USERS SHOULD INSTALL
  
  Perfect for These Use Cases
  
  Photography Communities: If you browse r/photography, r/itookapicture, r/photocritique, or any photography subreddit—you need the original quality to properly critique and learn from images.
  
  Design & Editing: For r/graphic_design, r/PhotoshopRequest, or any community where people request edits—you can't work with a 960px WebP. Get the original to deliver quality work.
  
  Meme & Image Collectors: Building a collection? Save images in their original quality instead of Reddit's compressed versions.
  
  Archival & Backup: Want to keep a backup of important Reddit images? Save them in original quality before they disappear or get deleted.
  
  Content Creators: Need reference images for your own content? Grab them in full resolution instead of hunting for the original source elsewhere.
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  Your Data Stays Private
  
  - No data collection — We don't track anything
  - No external servers — All processing happens locally in your browser
  - No accounts required — No login, no registration
  - No analytics — Zero tracking or telemetry
  - Transparent permissions — Only what's needed for functionality
  
  This extension only communicates with Reddit's servers to fetch images. Your browsing data never goes anywhere else.
  
  TECHNICAL DETAILS
  
  How It Works
  
  - Manifest V3 — Built using the latest Chrome extension standards
  - declarativeNetRequest — Performant header modification without blocking
  - Zero dependencies — Pure vanilla JavaScript, no external libraries
  - Lightweight — Minimal memory footprint, fast performance
  - Open source — Inspect the code yourself on GitHub
  
  FEATURES AT A GLANCE
  
  - Accept Header Bypass: Load images directly instead of HTML wrappers
  - Preview to Original: Auto-upgrade preview.redd.it to i.redd.it
  - WebP Prevention: Force original PNG/JPEG over WebP
  - Media Page Redirect: Auto-redirect wrapper pages to images
  - Right-Click Download: Save any image with one click
  - Hover Download Buttons: Convenient overlay buttons on hover
  - Gallery Batch Download: Download all images from galleries
  - HD Badges: Visual indicator for upgradeable images
  - Popup Dashboard: Quick stats and settings
  - Full Options Page: Complete control over all features
  
  INSTALLATION
  
  Get Started in Seconds
  
  1. Add Reddit Image Saver from the Chrome Web Store
  2. The extension activates automatically
  3. Browse Reddit as normal—now every image is available in original quality
  4. Right-click any image to save, or hover for the quick download button
  
  That's it. No configuration needed. It just works.
  
  SUMMARY
  
  Reddit Image Saver is the essential tool for anyone who wants to view and save Reddit images in their original quality. Whether you're a photographer, designer, meme collector, or just someone who hates compressed images—install Reddit Image Saver and never deal with Reddit's image compression again.
  
  Save images the way they were meant to be seen. Install Reddit Image Saver today.

  Reddit Image Saver - The Ultimate Tool for Saving Reddit Images in Original Quality
  
  Tired of Reddit's image compression ruining your favorite photos? Reddit Image Saver automatically bypasses Reddit's preview system to deliver images in their original format and full resolution—every single time.
  
  THE PROBLEM WITH REDDIT IMAGES
  
  Reddit doesn't serve images directly. Instead, it uses a complex preview system that:
  
  - Wraps images in HTML pages instead of serving raw image files
  - Converts uploads to WebP format, often reducing quality
  - Applies resolution caps through preview.redd.it URLs
  - Makes downloading originals nearly impossible without knowing the tricks
  
  This is especially painful for photography, editing, and design communities where original quality matters.
  
  WHAT REDDIT IMAGE SAVER DOES
  
  Automatic Quality Restoration
  
  Accept Header Bypass: Reddit uses special HTTP headers to detect whether to serve an image or an HTML preview page. This extension removes those headers so your browser always receives the raw image file directly—no wrapper pages, no redirects, just pure image data.
  
  Preview to Original Upgrade: When you view a compressed preview image, Reddit Image Saver automatically upgrades the URL from preview.redd.it to i.redd.it—the original source. This single change can mean the difference between a 960px WebP and a 4000px+ PNG or JPEG.
  
  WebP Prevention: Reddit loves converting uploads to WebP to save bandwidth. This extension blocks that by removing WebP from the Accept headers, forcing Reddit to serve the original format (PNG, JPEG, etc.) instead of the compressed WebP version.
  
  Media Page Redirect: Reddit's reddit.com/media?url=... pages are unnecessary wrappers. This extension detects them and instantly redirects you to the actual image URL, saving a click and ensuring you get the best version available.
  
  DOWNLOAD FEATURES
  
  Multiple Ways to Save
  
  Right-Click Context Menu: Right-click any image on Reddit and select "Save Original HD Image" to download the highest quality version available. Works on all Reddit domains (new.reddit.com, old.reddit.com, sh.reddit.com, etc.).
  
  Hover Download Buttons: Simply hover over any Reddit image to reveal a convenient download button. Click it and the original quality image saves to your downloads folder instantly.
  
  Gallery Batch Download: Reddit posts often contain multiple images in gallery format. Reddit Image Saver detects these galleries and lets you download all images at once—all in original HD quality.
  
  Preserves Original Filenames: Downloads are saved with their original filenames from Reddit's servers, making it easy to organize and identify your saved images.
  
  VISUAL ENHANCEMENTS
  
  Better In-Browser Viewing
  
  HD Badges: See which images can be upgraded to HD with a helpful "HD" badge overlay. Instantly know which images have better versions available.
  
  Quick Popup Dashboard: Click the extension icon to see a quick summary: image count on the current page, gallery status, and toggle quick settings without leaving your tab.
  
  Full Options Page: Need fine-grained control? The comprehensive options page lets you enable or disable every feature, from auto-redirect to download button overlays.
  
  SUPPORTED REDDIT DOMAINS
  
  - i.redd.it — Original image hosting
  - preview.redd.it — Compressed previews (automatically upgraded)
  - external-preview.redd.it — External image previews
  - cf.preview.redd.it — Cloudflare CDN previews
  - www.reddit.com/media — Media wrapper pages (automatically redirected)
  
  WHY USERS SHOULD INSTALL
  
  Perfect for These Use Cases
  
  Photography Communities: If you browse r/photography, r/itookapicture, r/photocritique, or any photography subreddit—you need the original quality to properly critique and learn from images.
  
  Design & Editing: For r/graphic_design, r/PhotoshopRequest, or any community where people request edits—you can't work with a 960px WebP. Get the original to deliver quality work.
  
  Meme & Image Collectors: Building a collection? Save images in their original quality instead of Reddit's compressed versions.
  
  Archival & Backup: Want to keep a backup of important Reddit images? Save them in original quality before they disappear or get deleted.
  
  Content Creators: Need reference images for your own content? Grab them in full resolution instead of hunting for the original source elsewhere.
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  Your Data Stays Private
  
  - No data collection — We don't track anything
  - No external servers — All processing happens locally in your browser
  - No accounts required — No login, no registration
  - No analytics — Zero tracking or telemetry
  - Transparent permissions — Only what's needed for functionality
  
  This extension only communicates with Reddit's servers to fetch images. Your browsing data never goes anywhere else.
  
  TECHNICAL DETAILS
  
  How It Works
  
  - Manifest V3 — Built using the latest Chrome extension standards
  - declarativeNetRequest — Performant header modification without blocking
  - Zero dependencies — Pure vanilla JavaScript, no external libraries
  - Lightweight — Minimal memory footprint, fast performance
  - Open source — Inspect the code yourself on GitHub
  
  FEATURES AT A GLANCE
  
  - Accept Header Bypass: Load images directly instead of HTML wrappers
  - Preview to Original: Auto-upgrade preview.redd.it to i.redd.it
  - WebP Prevention: Force original PNG/JPEG over WebP
  - Media Page Redirect: Auto-redirect wrapper pages to images
  - Right-Click Download: Save any image with one click
  - Hover Download Buttons: Convenient overlay buttons on hover
  - Gallery Batch Download: Download all images from galleries
  - HD Badges: Visual indicator for upgradeable images
  - Popup Dashboard: Quick stats and settings
  - Full Options Page: Complete control over all features
  
  INSTALLATION
  
  Get Started in Seconds
  
  1. Add Reddit Image Saver from the Chrome Web Store
  2. The extension activates automatically
  3. Browse Reddit as normal—now every image is available in original quality
  4. Right-click any image to save, or hover for the quick download button
  
  That's it. No configuration needed. It just works.
  
  SUMMARY
  
  Reddit Image Saver is the essential tool for anyone who wants to view and save Reddit images in their original quality. Whether you're a photographer, designer, meme collector, or just someone who hates compressed images—install Reddit Image Saver and never deal with Reddit's image compression again.
  
  Save images the way they were meant to be seen. Install Reddit Image Saver today.
  
  Change log
  1.5.13 - Now fetched image resolution from DOM instead of making new network requests.

• May 20, 2026
  permissions

  declarativeNetRequest, declarativeNetRequestFeedback, activeTab, contextMenus, downloads, storage, webNavigation

  declarativeNetRequest, activeTab, contextMenus, downloads, storage, webNavigation

Permissions & access

Permissions

declarativeNetRequestactiveTabcontextMenusdownloadsstoragewebNavigation

Host access

*://*.redd.it/*, *://www.reddit.com/*, *://old.reddit.com/*, *://sh.reddit.com/*, *://new.reddit.com/*

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