Xget Now

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A cross-browser extension for Chromium and Firefox that accelerates file downloads by seamlessly forwarding them to an Xget instance.

🚀 Features

• 🎯 Automatic Download Acceleration: Seamlessly redirect downloads through Xget for faster speeds
• ⚙️ Configurable Settings: Customize your Xget domain and platform preferences
• 🔔 Smart Notifications: Visual feedback when downloads are redirected
• 🛡️ Privacy-First: All processing happens locally in your browser
• 🎛️ Per-Platform Control: Enable/disable acceleration for specific platforms
• 🌐 Cross-Browser Support: Works on both Chromium and Firefox browsers

📦 Installation

Store Availability

• Chrome Web Store
• Chrome Web Store Mirror
• Firefox Add-ons
• Edge Add-ons

Manual Installation

If you prefer to manually install the extension or if the store version is unavailable, you can download and install it directly:

Option 1: Install from GitHub Releases (Recommended)

1. Download the Extension

   • Go to the Releases page
   • Download the appropriate extension file for your browser:
     • Xget-Now_x.x.x.chromium.zip - For all Chromium-based browsers (Chrome, Edge, Opera, etc.)
     • Xget-Now_x.x.x.firefox.zip - For Firefox browsers

2. Install in Chrome

   • Extract the downloaded Chromium version .zip file
   • Open Chrome and navigate to chrome://extensions/
   • Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in the top right corner)
   • Click "Load unpacked" and select the extracted folder

3. Install in Firefox

   • Open Firefox and navigate to about:debugging
   • Click "This Firefox"
   • Click "Load Temporary Add-on"
   • Select the downloaded Firefox version .zip file or the manifest.json file from the extracted folder

4. Install in Edge

   • Extract the downloaded Chromium version .zip file
   • Open Edge and navigate to edge://extensions/
   • Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in the left sidebar)
   • Click "Load unpacked" and select the extracted folder

5. Install in Other Chromium-Based Browsers

   • Use the Chromium version of the extension package
   • Follow similar steps as Chrome or Edge, ensuring "Developer mode" is enabled first
   • Refer to your specific browser's extension installation guide

Option 2: Install from Source

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/xixu-me/Xget-Now.git
   cd Xget-Now
   

2. Build the Extension (Optional)

   If you want to use the optimized version:

   # Install Python 3.7+
   pip install -r requirements.txt  # If there's a requirements file
   
   # Build for specific browser
   python build.py --platform chrome    # Build Chrome version
   python build.py --platform firefox   # Build Firefox version
   python build.py --platform all       # Build all versions
   

3. Load in Browser

   Chromium Browsers:

   • Open your browser's extensions management page (chrome://extensions/ or edge://extensions/)
   • Enable "Developer mode"
   • Click "Load unpacked" and select:
     • The repository root directory (if using raw source)
     • The build/chrome/ directory (if using built version)

   Firefox Browser:

   • Open about:debugging
   • Click "This Firefox"
   • Click "Load Temporary Add-on"
   • Select either:
     • manifest-firefox.json from the repository root (if using raw source)
     • manifest.json from the build/firefox/ directory (if using built version)

Verify Installation

After installation, you should see the Xget extension icon in your browser toolbar. Click it to configure your Xget domain and start accelerating downloads!

⚙️ Configuration

1. Configure Xget Domain

   • Click the extension icon in the toolbar
   • Enter your Xget domain (e.g., xget.xi-xu.me)
   • Enable the extension

2. Select Platforms

   • Toggle switches for individual platforms as needed
   • All platforms are enabled by default

3. Start Downloading

   • Visit any supported platform
   • Click download links as usual
   • Downloads will automatically be accelerated through Xget

🔧 How It Works

1. Detection: The extension monitors download links on supported platforms
2. Transformation: URLs are automatically converted to Xget-compatible format
3. Redirection: Downloads are routed through your configured Xget domain
4. Acceleration: Xget's global CDN and optimization features provide faster download speeds

📋 Requirements

Browser Support

Chromium Browsers:

• Chrome: Version 88+
• Edge: Version 88+
• Opera: Version 74+
• Other Chromium-based browsers: Versions supporting Manifest V3

Firefox Browsers:

• Firefox: Version 109+
• Firefox ESR: Version 109+

Xget Instance

Use the pre-deployed instance xget.xi-xu.me or deploy your own by following the Xget deployment documentation.

🔒 Privacy & Security

• Local Processing: All URL transformations happen in your browser
• No Data Collection: The extension doesn't collect or transmit personal data
• Minimal Permissions: Only requests necessary permissions for functionality
• Open Source: Full source code available for inspection

See our Privacy Policy for complete details.

🐛 Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Extension Not Working?

• Ensure you've configured a valid Xget domain
• Check if the extension is enabled in the popup
• Verify the target platform is enabled
• Try refreshing the page after changing settings

Downloads Not Being Redirected?

• Refresh the page after changing settings
• Check browser console for error messages (F12 → Console)
• Ensure the link is a recognized download type
• Verify you're clicking an actual download link, not a navigation link

Xget Domain Issues?

• Domain should be without the https:// protocol
• Example: xget.xi-xu.me (not https://xget.xi-xu.me)
• Check if the domain is accessible in your browser
• Try using the default pre-deployed instance: xget.xi-xu.me

Performance Issues?

• Check your network connection
• Try a different Xget domain if available
• Verify the target platform's servers are responsive
• Clear browser cache and reload the extension

Firefox-Specific Issues?

• Ensure Firefox version is 109+
• Check if the extension is properly loaded in about:debugging
• Firefox may require a browser restart to fully apply extension settings
• Check Firefox's Privacy & Security settings aren't blocking extension features

Debug Mode

Chromium Browsers:

Enable Chrome DevTools and check the Console tab for debug messages:

Firefox Browser:

1. Open about:debugging
2. Click "This Firefox"
3. Find the Xget Now extension and click "Inspect"
4. View console messages in the opened developer tools

Common Debug Messages:

• Extension loaded: "Xget Now: Content script loaded"
• Download redirect: "Redirecting download: [original] -> [Xget]"
• Settings changed: "Settings updated! Click to refresh page"

📄 License

This repository is licensed under the GPL-3.0 License - see the LICENSE file for details.

❓ FAQ

Is this extension free?

Yes, the extension is completely free and open source under the GPL-3.0 license.

Can I use my own Xget server?

Absolutely! You can deploy your own Xget instance using the Xget repository and configure the extension to use your domain.

Why are some downloads still going through the original server?

The extension only redirects recognized download links. Navigation links, preview links, and some dynamic content may not be redirected.

Will my browsing data be collected?

No, the extension runs entirely locally. No browsing data is collected or transmitted. See our Privacy Policy for details.

How much faster are the downloads?

Speed improvements vary depending on your location, network, and file size. Typical improvements range from 2x to 10x faster.

Can I disable the extension for specific websites?

Yes, use the per-platform toggle switches in the extension popup to disable acceleration for specific platforms.

Why are there different versions for Chrome and Firefox?

Due to browser architecture differences, we've optimized for each browser:

• Chrome version: Uses Manifest V3, supporting the latest extension APIs and security features
• Firefox version: Uses Manifest V2, ensuring optimal compatibility with Firefox's extension system

The core functionality is identical across both versions, with only slight technical implementation differences.

Can I use it in both Chrome and Firefox simultaneously?

Absolutely! You can install and use Xget Now in multiple browsers simultaneously, and they'll work independently with their own settings.

🌟 Support Us

If you find this extension useful, please:

• ⭐ Star this repository
• 📝 Leave a review:
  • Chrome Web Store
  • Firefox Add-ons
  • Edge Add-ons
• 🐛 Report bugs or suggest features via GitHub Issues
• 📢 Share with others who might benefit from faster downloads