Feature comparison
Chrome extension vs desktop app for OFDownloader. Capabilities reflect our public guides and product copy—when support varies, we say so.
| Capability | Chrome extension | Desktop (Win / Mac) |
|---|---|---|
| PlatformsChrome / Brave / Edge vs Windows 10+ & macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Single video / image download | Yes | Yes |
| Batch / creator library downloadsExtension docs recommend desktop for heavy batch work | Limited | Yes |
| Download Center queue | Limited | Yes |
| Auto-merge to MP4 | — | Yes |
| Message mediaContent must be visible in your signed-in session | Yes | Yes |
| Purchased / PPV content you ownOnly content your account can access | Yes | Yes |
| Protected (DRM) streamsSupport varies; see DRM guide | Limited | Limited |
| Original quality preservation | Yes | Yes |
| Credentials stay on device | Yes | Yes |
| Product analyticsWebsite may use Clarity / Plausible only | No | No |
| Linux desktop | — | No |
Learn more: Chrome extension, Desktop app, protected streams, pricing.