🌐 Cross Platform Download Manager (CDM)

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About CDM

Cross Platform Download Manager (CDM) is a fast, free, and open-source download manager designed to provide a seamless downloading experience across multiple operating systems.

Tagline:

"A fast, free, and open-source download manager for Windows, macOS, and Linux."

📦 Built & Packaged with Netloy

CDM leverages the power of Netloy — a cutting-edge cross-platform .NET packaging and deployment tool — to deliver professional installers across Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms with zero hassle.

Why Netloy?

Netloy eliminates the complexity of creating platform-specific packages by automating the entire build and deployment pipeline. With a single configuration file, CDM generates:

Windows: MSI and EXE installers (WiX v3 & Inno Setup)
Linux: DEB, RPM, AppImage, Flatpak, and Pacman packages
macOS: APP bundles and DMG installers
Portable: Cross-platform ZIP/TAR.GZ archives

Automated CI/CD Integration

CDM's release process is fully automated using GitHub Actions and Netloy. Every release automatically:

Builds the application for all target platforms
Generates platform-specific installers with proper metadata and icons
Creates desktop integration files and AppStream metadata
Publishes release artifacts to GitHub Releases

This automation ensures consistent, reliable releases across all platforms without manual intervention. Check out our CI/CD workflow to see Netloy in action!

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📸 Screenshots

Below are some screenshots showcasing the key features of CDM:

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📥 Installation

Getting started with Cross Platform Download Manager (CDM) is simple! Follow these steps to install both the main application and the browser extension.

1. Install the Main Application

Visit the Releases Page.
Download the latest version of CDM for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
Run the installer or extract the files (depending on your platform).
Launch the program and start managing your downloads!

That's it! No additional prerequisites or setup required.

2. Install the Browser Extension

Since we haven't been able to publish the browser extension on the Chrome Web Store due to an embargo, you can manually install it by following these steps:

For Google Chrome and Other Chromium-Based Browsers:

Download the Extension: Visit the Extension Releases Page and download the latest .crx file.
Open Extensions Settings: In your browser, navigate to chrome://extensions/ in the address bar.
Enable Developer Mode: Toggle the Developer Mode switch located in the top-right corner of the page.
Install the Extension:
- Drag and drop the downloaded .crx file directly into the extensions page.
- Alternatively, if you have an unpacked folder containing the extension files, click Load Unpacked and select the folder.
You're All Set! The extension will now be installed and ready to use in your Chromium-based browser.

Note: While this method works for most Chromium-based browsers (e.g., Microsoft Edge, Brave, Vivaldi, Opera), some browsers might have slightly different settings or interfaces. If you encounter any issues, refer to your browser's documentation or let us know by reporting the issue.

For Firefox:

Download the Extension:
Visit the official Mozilla Add-ons page and click the Add to Firefox button.
Install the Extension:
After clicking Add to Firefox, follow the prompts to complete the installation. Once installed, the extension will appear in your list of add-ons.
You're All Set! The extension will now be installed and ready to use in Firefox.

Note: The Firefox extension is fully supported and maintained under the same GitHub project as the Chromium-based extension: Github project link. Release updates are synchronized across both platforms.

Additional Notes:

Both the Chromium-based and Firefox extensions are built and maintained under the same GitHub project. This ensures consistent functionality and updates across all supported browsers.
If you encounter any issues during installation or usage, please report the issue so we can assist you.

🎨 Custom Themes

CDM supports custom themes to personalize your experience. You can:

Use built-in dark/light themes
Create your own custom themes
Share themes with the community

For detailed instructions on creating and applying custom themes, see our Theme Customization Guide.

✨ Features & Enhancements

Cross Platform Download Manager (CDM) is packed with powerful features designed to enhance your downloading experience:

Free & Open Source: Use it without restrictions, and contribute to its development under the AGPL-3 license.
Cross-Platform Support: Works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Faster Download Speeds: Utilizes multi-threaded downloading for maximum efficiency.
Download Queues: Manage multiple downloads effortlessly with automatic queue processing.
Browser Extension: Capture download links directly from Google Chrome, Firefox, and other Chromium-Based Browsers.
Pause & Resume: Temporarily stop downloads and resume them later without losing progress.
Speed Limiting: Control bandwidth usage by setting download speed caps.
User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design for both beginners and advanced users.
Customizable Settings: Fine-tune the manager to suit your specific needs.
Wide File Type Support: Handles videos, music, documents, archives, and more.

We're continuously improving CDM based on user feedback, so stay tuned for exciting updates!

⚠️ Known Issues or Limitations

While we strive to make CDM as robust and efficient as possible, there are a few known limitations:

Stopping Downloads May Slow Down the Program: In certain cases, stopping ongoing downloads may cause the program to temporarily slow down. We are actively working on resolving this issue but haven't found a solution yet.

If you encounter any other issues, please report them via the GitHub Issues Page.

❤️ Support the Project

If you find Cross Platform Download Manager (CDM) useful and would like to support its development, consider making a donation. Your contributions help cover development costs and ensure the continued improvement of the program.

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Thank you for your support! Every contribution makes a difference and helps keep CDM free and open-source for everyone.

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! Whether you're reporting bugs, suggesting feature

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