Media Helper for Instagram
Easily download Instagram pictures and videos.
Media Helper for Instagram - Firefox Addon
'Media Helper for Instagram' is a Firefox extension designed to let users download Instagram photos and videos easily. It operates by simulating local storage of images, but users are cautioned not to overuse it to avoid detection by Instagram. Waiting is required when mousing over video posts for the functionality to take effect.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: mittya
Rating: 3.87 
1 new ratings
(336)
Weekly download count: 164
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
- tabs
- downloads
- *://*.instagram.com/*
- *://*.cdninstagram.com/*
- *://*.fbcdn.net/*
Size: 39.41K
Email: me*****@outlook.com
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 687
Other platforms
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Can download images without issues.
- Has been functional for a long time for some users, suggesting reliability in certain aspects.
- User-friendly experience for downloading specific types of media like memes.
Cons
- Does not work for downloading videos consistently.
- Issues with proper file naming when saving media.
- Hasn't been updated recently and is currently malfunctioning for many users.
Most mentioned
- Problems with video download functionality.
- Inconsistent performance across different accounts and types of media.
- Suggestions for improvement such as fixing file naming issues.
User reviews
by ^5 david slayer, 2025-03-08
by 天灭中共退党团队保平安, 2025-02-13
This has worked really well for a few years, if a little touchy. Suddenly not working at all today. Not sure what to do to force it.
by Critifur, 2024-11-16
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Media Helper for Instagram requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Media Helper for Instagram. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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