Download with Wget extension
Security at a glance
High riskSafety score 38/10028 findings
Automated estimate from our latest scan (malware, permissions, obfuscation) — not a security audit. Higher safety score is better.
See the full security reportFirefox listing ID: download-with-gnu-wget
Permissions (7)
- Communicate with desktop apps
- Manage downloads
- Access browser cookies
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Frequently asked questions
Is Download with Wget safe to use?
Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of Download with Wget at 38/100 (high risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.
What permissions does Download with Wget require?
Download with Wget requests 7 permissions. The most significant: Communicate with desktop apps, Manage downloads, Access browser cookies. See the full breakdown in the security report.
Who develops Download with Wget?
Download with Wget is published by Joe Ertaba. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.