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Freemake Video Downloader is a great free option for downloading videos from the Web and converting them to file types you can use on your favorite devices. The smooth and simple interface couldn't be more intuitive; simply find the video you want to download on the Web, copy the link, then hit the Paste Link button in Freemake Video Downloader to begin downloading. Depending on the original video quality, you'll get options to download the video in different popular formats and various file sizes to fit your needs.
Along with its seamless Web video downloading functions, Freemake Video Downloader offers features that make it easier to use than other programs in the genre. Simple extras, like the ability to play the video straight out of the interface or open the containing folder so you can manage and move files quickly, are time-saving features. It's also important to note that you will need to have Microsoft's .NET Framework 4.0 installed to use this program.
Overall, Freemake Video Downloader is a painless way to download online video. Anyone who wants to keep online videos local or wants to convert video for different devices should check out this software.
Publisher's Description
From Freemake:
Download online videos from Youtube, Facebook, Vevo, Hulu, Dailymotion, Vimeo, Vkontakte, plus more than 10,000 other websites! Freemake Video Downloader is absolutely free and doesn't contain any hidden costs. One-click mode allows you !o download videos in a single click in accordance with the established settings for video quality, action (download/extract/convert), and destination. Freemake Video Downloader is the fastest ever software to grab online videos in any format available, extract original audio tracks without any quality loss, or convert videos to a certain video/audio format like AVI, WMV, MP3, MKV, or for portable devices, such as iPod, iPhone, iPad, PSP and Android.
What's new in this version:
- Added the support for globotv.globo.com
- Fixed the issue with Dailymotion video download
- Fixed the issue with VK.com (Vkontakte) video download
- Fixed the issue with YouTube download buttons
- Minor bug fixes
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"Comes with delta search hijacker malware. Does not work"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.5.0.7
Pros
None.
This piece of **** that download.com passes off as a good program will hijack your search engines with malware and you will waste lots of time trying to figure out how to get rid of it all.
If you are unsure just google 1.delta-search spyware and see for yourself what a pain in the ass this has been for so many unfortunate users.
A simple uninstall will not work. You will need to remove all of the other associated junk that is included with this piece of **** and even then you will have to manually change all your internet search settings.
Good luck. You are going to need it.Cons
The program does not work. It does not do what it claims it does.
Summary
The real question for me is why a supposedly reputable website like cnet is associating itself with this piece of crap.
It does not work and contains lots of malware and spyware.
To the idiots at cnet who have a sponsored relationship with the manufacturer, in the spirit of Monty Python, I say this:
I Squeeze my pimples at you. I fart in your general direction. Your mother was a hamster and your father smelt of elderberries. I wave my private parts at your aunties!
I will never use any cnet related product or service after this experience. You simply cannot be trusted once you put your brand name to complete **** like this. -
"Absolutely Awesome"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.5.0.4
Pros
Have been using this program for about 3 Months and it is the best video down loader with no catches or hidden surprises.And best of all, it really is free.Better than programs that charge you and won't deliver or back up what they claim.(Can you say "Hulu Down Loader"} Does exactly what it says it will do and VERY simple to use. Can't go wrong with this program.
Cons
None Nada Zero
Summary
Don't waste your time on a lot of those other "Free" video down loaders. This is the real deal
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"Wow! It really does work. Hula capture perfectly!"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.5.0.4
Pros
Like I said works when other won't. Captured Hula now I can avoid the freaking commercials.
Cons
Not really any. Just make sure you opt out of all the times it asks you if you want to load their toolbar. It asks you about 5 different times but that seems normal nowadays.
Summary
Try it!
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"holy crap it works"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.5.0.3
Pros
it actually works
Cons
be careful during installation
Summary
used to use realplayer to rip flash videos off websites but it stopped working about 6 months ago. i use IE9. tried a whole bunch of freeware and none of it worked.this one does. this doesnt work for ALL videos on ALL sites, but it damn sure works for most. recommended.
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"This one actually works!"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.3
Pros
Works on HULU!
Cons
Slow to download on HULU, and then convert to AVI, however, the converted video is very good quality. You'll just have to have patience.
Summary
A good video downloader for hard to download video files.
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"Best ever video downloader"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.4.3
Pros
- great youtube download buttons (thanks a lot!)
- fast download
- export to iTunes
- free & beautifulCons
didn't find any
Summary
the best
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"Tried to steal my info"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.4.3
Pros
Very nice product except for the spyware
Cons
It loaded strongvault which is an off-line storage app. When I saw that I went to uninstall it and it told me that another installation was going so I went to task manager and saw two processes running with the admin account I used to install (my normal account is a user, not admin). It had also installed WinPCap which is a tool to map my network.
Summary
An offline storage app, admin processes and network scanner means it was set to take all my stuff.
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"Download and Installation of 3.4.3"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.4.3
Pros
Download and installation of 3.4.3 went OK.
Cons
I opted out of the add-ons but it tried to install WAJAM anyway. I cancelled that separate installation when it popped up.
Summary
Always a fine program.
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"Always excellent."
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.4.0.2
Pros
Great program. It gets better and better.
Cons
This version, 3.4.0.2, has already been superseded by 3.4.1. Don't worry, when you go to use it you will be told a newer version is available. There were only 11 days between versions.
Summary
It is really slick on YouTube downloads now.
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"Very Good Software"
Version: Freemake Video Downloader 3.4.0.2
Pros
Good not limited Speed
Cons
Can't find any
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