The Ultimate Extension to Download Web Videos
Easily detect and download HLS, M3U8, and MP4 video streams from almost any website. StudioVid is a secure, local-first browser extension that bridges the gap between web streaming and offline editing.
How to Download Videos with Our Chrome Extension
Follow these simple steps to grab any M3U8 or MP4 stream directly from your browser.
Install the Extension
Add StudioVid to your Google Chrome browser in one click from the official Web Store. It's 100% free, requires no account, and installs instantly.
Pin and Browse
Pin the icon to your browser toolbar for quick access. Navigate to any webpage or platform containing the video or stream you want to download.
Detect the Stream
Play the video. The StudioVid extension icon will light up and display a badge, indicating that it has successfully sniffed the underlying HLS or M3U8 network traffic.
Download or Edit
Click the extension to download the media directly as an MP4 file, or send it to our local studio to trim or boost audio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about our powerful video grabber technology.
Does this extension work on all websites?
StudioVid works on the vast majority of standard web players using HTML5, HLS, or M3U8 streaming protocols. However, heavily encrypted DRM streams (like Netflix or Hulu) are strictly protected and cannot be downloaded.
Is the video downloader extension safe to use?
Yes. Our extension operates entirely locally. It simply reads the network requests in your browser to find the video source. We do not track your browsing history or store your data on remote servers.
Will the downloaded video lose quality?
No. The extension extracts the highest quality stream available (up to 4K resolution) directly from the source server, ensuring zero quality loss during the download process.
Does it work on Microsoft Edge or Brave?
Yes! Since Edge, Brave, and Opera are based on the Chromium engine, you can install the StudioVid Chrome extension seamlessly on those browsers straight from the Chrome Web Store.
Can I download live streaming videos?
Yes, our tool can detect live HLS (M3U8) broadcasts. It will record the stream segment by segment and compile it into a single MP4 file locally when you stop the recording.
Is there a limit to the file size I can save?
There are absolutely no file size limits or usage caps. Your only limitation is the available storage space on your computer's local hard drive.