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Life & fun · March 31, 2013

A Chrome extension that prevents duplicate downloads

A Chrome extension that prevents duplicate downloads launched on March 31, 2013 with 30 votes, #91 of 671 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 13 years on.

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In plain words

This Chrome extension automatically prevents duplicate file downloads by detecting when a user attempts to download a file that already exists on their computer. It's designed for anyone who frequently downloads files and wants to avoid cluttering their device with multiple copies. The tool works silently in the background, checking downloads against existing files before completion.

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