Open source download-manager projects
Every project in the registry tagged download-manager, ranked by real GitHub adoption.
Your self hosted YouTube media server
Fast file and video downloader with HLS, DASH and batch download support
Persepolis is a download manager written in Python.
ArrowDL (Arrow Downloader) is a download manager for Windows, MacOS and Linux
The fast, beautiful, open-source download manager for Windows, macOS and Linux — up to 32 connections, browser integration, video & MP3 downloads, crash-safe re
Your personal media hub — browse, stream, and organize media from your own services and servers, with a cinematic built-in player. Android, Android TV, iOS, Win
Compare leading debrid / multi-hoster services for pricing, host coverage, policies & tools.
Frequently asked questions
How many open source download-manager projects are there?
This registry tracks 7 projects tagged download-manager, with 27,143 GitHub stars between them. The most-adopted is tubearchivist at 8,561 stars.
Are these download-manager projects free to use?
Yes — 7 of the 7 carry an explicit open-source licence across 4 distinct licences, so there is no licence fee. Where a project also sells a hosted or enterprise version, the self-hosted path remains free.
Which download-manager project should I choose?
The list above is ranked by GitHub stars, but stars measure attention rather than fit. Check three things on each card: the licence (permissive versus copyleft), the language it is written in, and the last-push date — a high-star project that has not been pushed in a year is a liability.
Are these download-manager projects still maintained?
5 of the 7 were pushed in the last 90 days, and every card shows its exact last-push date so you can see the rest. Sort your shortlist by that date before committing to a migration.