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How to Download & Save Loom Videos Using a Browser Extension

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New to saving videos from Loom? Don't worry! This easy-to-follow guide will walk you through everything step by step. By the end, you'll know exactly how to save any Loom video to your computer, even if you're not tech-savvy.

What you'll learn:

  • How to save Loom videos from your own account (yes, even when the download button is missing!)
  • How to save Loom videos you find on other websites

loom video downloader

🔗 Important Links You'll Need

  • 🎁 Download the tool here (we'll show you how to use this)
  • ❓ Need help? Find answers here
  • 🐛 Something not working? Report it here
  • 🆕 Have ideas for improvements? Share them here

Extra Helpful Stuff

What We'll Cover Today

Cool Things This Tool Does

Let me tell you about all the awesome things this browser extension can do. Think of it as your personal video-saving assistant:

  • Super Easy Saving: Just click once and your video starts downloading. No complicated steps!
  • Your Privacy Matters: We never spy on what you're doing or collect your personal information
  • Smart Video Finding: The tool automatically finds videos on the webpage - like having x-ray vision for videos!
  • Works Everywhere: Whether the video is on Loom's website or embedded somewhere else, we've got you covered
  • Crystal Clear Quality: Your videos come out looking just as good as the original (up to super high 4K quality!)
  • Lightning Quick: Downloads happen fast because we don't slow things down by changing your video
  • No Sign-Up Hassles: You don't need to create accounts or give us your personal details
  • Clean and Simple: No annoying ads or ugly watermarks on your videos
  • Always Getting Better: We regularly update the tool to make it even better
  • See Before You Save: Get a little preview picture so you know what you're downloading
  • Safe and Secure: We only ask for the bare minimum permissions your browser needs
  • Track Your Progress: Watch a progress bar so you know exactly how your download is going

Videos to Help You Learn

Want to see exactly how this works? Watch this helpful video:



How to Set Everything Up

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Don't worry - this might seem like a lot of steps, but each one is really simple. I'll walk you through each part:

Step 1: Show Some Love
Give this project a "Star ⭐" on GitHub by clicking this special button (this helps other people find it too!)

Step 2: Get the Files You Need
Visit the Releases page and download the newest .zip file (think of this like a digital box with all the tools inside)

Step 3: Unpack Everything
Find the .zip file on your computer (probably in your Downloads folder) and double-click it. This will "unpack" all the files you need.

Step 4: Open Chrome's Special Menu
Open Google Chrome and type chrome://extensions/ in the address bar (where you usually type website addresses)

Step 5: Turn On Developer Mode
Look for a toggle switch that says "developer mode" in the top right corner and click it to turn it on. Don't worry - this doesn't make you a developer, it just lets you install special tools!

Step 6: Add the Extension
Click the button that says "Load unpacked" and then select the folder you unpacked earlier (remember: choose the FOLDER, not the zip file)

Step 7: Make It Easy to Find
Pin the extension to your browser by clicking the puzzle piece icon in Chrome, then click the pin next to our extension

Step 8: Enter Your Information
The first time you click on the extension, it will ask for your email and license key (you got this key when you bought the extension - check your email!)

Helpful Hint: Can't find your license key? Check the email you received after purchasing - it should be right there!

How to Actually Use It (The Fun Part!)

Now that everything is set up, using it is super easy:

Step 1: Find a Loom Video
Go to any webpage that has a Loom video on it

Step 2: Click Our Extension
Click on our extension icon - you'll see it automatically find the video details for you (pretty cool, right?)

Step 3: Start Your Download
Simply click the "Download" button and watch the magic happen!

Troubleshooting Tip: If the extension doesn't find your video right away, try clicking the play button on the Loom video first. Sometimes this helps wake everything up!

Understanding Browser Permissions (For the Curious)

What Does This Extension Actually Do?

This handy browser tool lets you save Loom videos from the internet straight to your computer with just one click. Perfect for when you want to watch videos later without internet or keep important ones safe!

Why Does It Need Download Permission?

The "downloads" permission is like giving the extension permission to put files in your Downloads folder. Without this, it couldn't save videos to your computer at all.

Why Does It Look at My Current Tab?

The "activeTab" permission lets the extension see what's on the webpage you're currently viewing, but only when you actually click on the extension. It's like only looking when you ask it to.

What's This Storage Permission About?

The "storage" permission lets the extension remember your settings and preferences, so you don't have to set everything up again every time you use it.

Why Does It Send Notifications?

The "notifications" permission lets the extension tell you when your download starts, finishes, or if something goes wrong. It's like having a helpful assistant keeping you updated!

What About the Right-Click Menu?

The "contextMenus" permission adds a shortcut to your right-click menu, making it even easier to download videos without opening the main extension window.

Clipboard Reading - What's That?

The "clipboardRead" permission might let you paste Loom video links directly from what you've copied, making the whole process even smoother.

Why Does It Need Tab Information?

The "tabs" permission helps the extension understand which webpage you're on and makes sure it only tries to download videos from the right places.

What About Running Scripts?

The "scripting" permission lets the extension look at Loom pages to find videos and make the download process work properly.

Background Processing Explained

The "offscreen" permission lets the extension work on preparing your video download in the background, so it doesn't slow down your web browsing.

Cookie Access - Should I Worry?

The "cookies" permission might be needed to download videos from your personal Loom account, making sure you can access videos you're supposed to have access to.

Navigation Monitoring - What's This?

The "webNavigation" permission helps the extension know when you visit Loom video pages, so it can offer to help download videos at just the right time.

Which Websites Can It Access?

The extension only works with loom.com and related Loom websites. It doesn't look at any other websites or your personal information on other sites.

Does It Download Code from the Internet?

Nope! Everything the extension needs is included when you install it. It doesn't download or run any mysterious code from the internet, keeping you safe and secure.

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