JDownloader

Spec sheet

What it does

JDownloader is a free download-management tool for starting, stopping, pausing, bandwidth-limiting and automatically extracting downloads.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Purpose

JDownloader is a free, open-source download management tool.Read 29 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

Privacy

The privacy statement says data transmission between JDownloader, MyJDownloader and the user is encrypted, and that the operator cannot see which files are downloaded through the service.Read 29 Sep 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Support

The support portal provides a searchable knowledgebase and ticket submission with ticket tracking.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.jdownloader.org

Headquarters

Abenberg, GermanyRead 23 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

API extensibility

The API documentation exposes typed objects for downloads, link collection, packages, extensions, captcha jobs and configuration.Read 15 Oct 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

API security

The My.JDownloader REST API uses AES-128-CBC and HMAC-SHA256 and routes front-end traffic through a connection server to avoid NAT and port-forwarding problems.Read 15 Oct 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

API shape

The public API documentation describes GET and POST routes, request IDs, signatures and an endpoint at api.jdownloader.org.Read 15 Oct 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Archive extraction

JDownloader can automatically extract archives and search password lists for archive passwords.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Browser integrations

Official integrations are listed for Firefox, Chrome, Opera and Edge, alongside web, Android and iPhone clients.Read 15 Oct 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Captcha handling

Captcha recognition and remote captcha solving are supported features.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Chrome extension complaints

Chrome-extension review data includes complaints about poor usability, broken CAPTCHA integration, NAS/headless incompatibility and failures on ARM Macs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · extscope.org

Clipboard and link collection

Independent testing describes a clipboard monitor that analyzes copied URLs and adds them for batch downloading.Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com

Company leadership

The imprint names Thomas Rechenmacher and Daniel Wilhelm as CEOs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Desktop platforms

Official installers are provided for Windows, Linux and macOS, with Java-version and CPU-architecture variants plus a multi-OS JAR.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Documentation

The official knowledge index includes addon lists, getting-started material, development, GUI, terminal UI, tools, update and FAQ sections.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Download controls

Users can start, stop or pause downloads and set bandwidth limits.Read 29 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

Google Play app limits

The independently published Android remote-control app requires a running JDownloader installation and MyJDownloader account for all features, with Pro functionality sold as a one-time in-app purchase.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com

Host and decrypt plugins

The feature page states that JDownloader has about 110 hoster plugins and over 300 decrypt plugins.Read 29 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

Hoster support

The project describes support for more than 150 hosters, 30 premium hosters and 180 link-crypter services in its development interview.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Installer note

The privacy statement says an installer from another provider may contain advertising or offer optional software, and the official download page links an alternative Windows installer without optional software offers.Read 29 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

Installer offers

AppWork says the main Windows installer can present optional third-party software offers, while a separate offers-free installer is available.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.jdownloader.org

Installer verification

Official installers are digitally signed, and AppWork instructs users to verify that the signer is AppWork GmbH using VirusTotal or platform signature tools.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.jdownloader.org

Licence

The published source header states that JDownloader is licensed under the GNU General Public License, version 3 or later.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com

Limit: complexity

TechRadar and VideoHelp reviewers said the interface and large feature set can feel intimidating and require time to learn.Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com

Limit: installer trust

TechRadar criticized the adware-laden installer, and Trustpilot reviewers repeatedly alleged unwanted bundled software, malware or deceptive installation prompts.Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com

Limit: performance

TechRadar reported slow startup and high memory use, while a VideoHelp reviewer reported tiny or garbled rendering on a 4K monitor.Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com

Maker headquarters

AppWork GmbH is listed at Spalter Straße 58, 91183 Abenberg, Germany.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Maker legal name

The official imprint identifies AppWork GmbH as the operator.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

MyJDownloader access

MyJDownloader lets users operate a JDownloader installation running on their computer through a web interface, API, browser extension or Android app.Read 29 Sep 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Open source

The features page describes JDownloader as complete open source under the GPL.Read 29 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

Paid MyJDownloader packages

MyJDownloader terms say paid service packages can extend the limited free service, but do not state their prices on that page.Read 29 Sep 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Parallel downloads

The software supports multiple simultaneous downloads and multiple connections per download.Read 15 Oct 2026 · videohelp.com

Praise: automation

TechRadar praised remote control, automatic CAPTCHA completion and add-ons that expand capabilities.Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com

Praise: reliability

VideoHelp reviewers repeatedly praised automatic resume after unstable connections, broad site support, stable operation and frequent updates.Read 15 Oct 2026 · videohelp.com

Praise: value

A Trustpilot reviewer said JDownloader 2 worked flawlessly, was easy for a beginner after minor setup changes and remained free without functional limits.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com

Project origins

The development interview says the project began as an open-source Java download manager and grew from two main developers plus many volunteers.Read 15 Oct 2026 · jdownloader.org

Rating on Chrome Web Store

3.8 out of 5 from 122 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · extscope.org

Rating on Google Play

3.8 out of 5 from 363 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com

Rating on Trustpilot

2.2 out of 5 from 14 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com

Remote actions

The remote service can start, stop and pause downloads, add links or containers, use Click'n'Load remotely and solve captchas while away.Read 15 Oct 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Remote control

MyJDownloader provides a web interface, Android and iOS apps, and browser extensions for remote control.Read 15 Oct 2026 · my.jdownloader.org

Scheduling and shutdown

A user review reports configurable speed limits, automatic shutdown after downloads and scheduled-style queue control.Read 15 Oct 2026 · videohelp.com

Security incident

TechRadar reported that attackers replaced Windows alternative-installer and Linux shell-installer links on May 6–7, 2026 with malware; AppWork said other listed packages were not tampered with.Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com

Self-hosting

JDownloader can run on NAS and embedded devices, including headless installations, provided a full JRE or JDK JVM is installed.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.jdownloader.org

Supported downloads

The official download page offers JDownloader 2 downloads for Windows, Linux and macOS, plus a multi-OS JAR.Read 29 Sep 2026 · jdownloader.org

System requirements

The NAS guidance recommends LTS Java versions and lists Java 8 through Java 28 among supported versions, while Java 6 and 7 were removed in July 2026.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.jdownloader.org

Video and audio downloads

Reviewers report downloading pictures, audio, archives, text, HTML and videos from many supported sites, with video and audio conversion options.Read 15 Oct 2026 · videohelp.com

Plans and prices

Every JDownloader plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• Download Manager Software#10 of 588.5