Ghost-Downloader-3
Ghost-Downloader-3 is a cross-platform download manager for macOS that helps you save files, videos, torrents, playlists, and release assets in one app.
What is Ghost-Downloader-3?
Ghost-Downloader-3 is a native desktop download manager for macOS that brings several common download workflows into one application. It helps users download regular files as well as content delivered through protocols and sources such as HTTP, FTP, Magnet or BitTorrent, M3U8, MPEG-DASH, YouTube, Bilibili, GitHub releases, and Hugging Face resources. The app is designed for people who frequently collect large files, media, software builds, or online resources and want more control than a browser download window usually provides. It includes task management features such as resumable downloads, changing source details during a transfer, and browser-assisted capture for supported workflows. Ghost-Downloader-3 is published as an open-source project by Zhenfu Shi and is also available on Windows, Linux, and Android, making it useful for users who work across multiple devices.
Key features
- Download files from multiple sources including HTTP, FTP, Magnet or BitTorrent, M3U8, and MPEG-DASH.
- Save videos and playlists from supported services such as YouTube and Bilibili.
- Capture downloadable media from webpages with companion browser-assisted workflows.
- Resume interrupted downloads and keep progress when editing task details.
- Download GitHub release assets and Hugging Face resources from the same app.
- Adjust URL, headers, or proxy settings during a download without restarting the task.
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
This app is legitimate download software and its network activity is normal for its purpose because it connects to remote servers and transfers files you request. As with any downloader, the main practical risk is the safety of the files and links you choose to open, not the basic presence of the app itself. If you use browser-assisted capture or account-based downloads, be mindful of what sites you connect and what content you save. Keep the app updated and download only from sources you trust.
Recommendation: Keep Ghost-Downloader-3 if you actively use it for downloads, media capture, or managing large transfers. If you no longer use it, removing it is usually reasonable and will mainly affect your saved app settings, in-progress tasks, and related download workflows.
Common paths
/Applications/Ghost Downloader.app
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