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Documentation Index

Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://savemate.io/docs/llms.txt

Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

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Browser compatibility

SaveMate v2.0 is built on Manifest V3 and supports all major Chromium-based browsers on desktop.
BrowserPlatformStatusNotes
Google ChromemacOS, Windows, LinuxFully supportedRecommended for best performance
Microsoft EdgemacOS, Windows, LinuxFully supportedInstall via Chrome Web Store
BravemacOS, Windows, LinuxFully supportedPrivacy-focused, fully compatible
Mozilla FirefoxmacOS, Windows, LinuxComing soonIn development

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Operating system support

SaveMate works on all desktop operating systems:
  • macOS — 10.15 (Catalina) and later
  • Windows — Windows 10 and later
  • Linux — Any distribution that runs a supported browser

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Mobile support

Browser extensions are a desktop-only feature. SaveMate cannot be installed on mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Android Chrome).

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Minimum browser versions

SaveMate requires Manifest V3 support:
  • Chrome 88+
  • Edge 88+
  • Brave 1.20+
If you’re running an older browser version, update to the latest version for full compatibility.

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Language support

SaveMate is available in the following languages:
  • English
  • French (Français)
  • Arabic (العربية)
The extension automatically uses your browser’s language setting.

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Extension permissions

SaveMate requests the following permissions during installation:
PermissionWhy it’s needed
Read and change all your data on all websitesRequired to monitor network requests for video stream detection on any site you visit
Manage your downloads (optional)Requested at runtime if you enable download management in settings. Provides better control over file naming and save location
SaveMate uses the declarativeNetRequest API for downloads and webRequest for stream detection. All processing is local — no browsing data is sent anywhere.

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Why Chromium only?

SaveMate uses Manifest V3 Chromium extension APIs including:
  • webRequest — Real-time network monitoring for stream detection
  • declarativeNetRequest — Dynamic download rules for file saving
  • storage.sync — Settings synchronization across devices
  • Background service worker — Efficient background processing
These APIs provide the best performance and reliability for real-time video stream detection. Firefox support using the WebExtension API is in development.