Gabut Download Manager is a GTK4 download manager for Linux desktops.
It supports normal URL downloads as well as torrents, magnet links, Metalink files, HLS/M3U8 streams, and YouTube downloads via a plugin. The application also offers browser integration, file sharing and transfer features, remote access, clipboard monitoring, a tray icon, and file selection before starting downloads.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Handles multi-protocol downloads including URLs, torrents, magnet links, Metalink, and HLS/M3U8 streams.
- Provides file selection before starting supported downloads.
- Integrates with Firefox and Chrome through browser extensions.
- Includes file transfer, file sharing, and remote access features.
- Uses a modern GTK4 and libadwaita interface designed for Linux desktops.
Website: github.com/gabutakut/gabutdm
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Developer: Gabut Akut
License: GNU General Public License v3.0 or later
Gabut Download Manager is written in Vala. Learn Vala with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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