Download videos from Web sites using Video DownloadHelper

Video DownloadHelper is a popular Firefox extension for downloading videos from various websites. Here’s how you can install and use it:

### **Installation**
1. Open **Firefox**.
2. Go to the **[Firefox Add-ons](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/video-downloadhelper/)** page.
3. Click **"Add to Firefox"** and then **"Add"** in the pop-up window.
4. Once installed, you’ll see its icon in the **toolbar**.

### **How to Use**
1. Navigate to the webpage containing the video you want to download.
2. Click the **Video DownloadHelper** icon in the toolbar.
3. A list of detected videos will appear—select the desired quality.
4. Click **Download**, and the file will be saved to your computer.

### **Additional Features**
- **Companion App**: Some videos require an extra companion app for conversion.
- **Multiple Formats**: Download videos in different resolutions and formats.
- **Batch Downloading**: Save multiple videos at once.
- **Streaming Support**: Works with various streaming websites.

Recently, users of the **free version** of Video DownloadHelper have reported an issue where a **QR code is added to downloaded videos**. This is a limitation introduced to encourage users to upgrade to the **premium version**.

**Why is the QR Code Appearing?**
- The free version **adds a QR code overlay** to some downloaded videos as a restriction.
- This happens **especially when using the companion app** for certain formats.

**How to Avoid the QR Code**
1. **Try Downloading Without the Companion App**
- Some websites allow direct downloads without using the companion app, which may avoid the QR code.

2. **Use Alternative Formats**
- Download videos in formats that don’t require conversion (e.g., MP4 in native resolution).

3. **Check Other Extensions**
- Some alternative extensions may allow free downloads without a QR code.

4. **Upgrade to the Premium Version**
- The paid version removes the QR code restriction and unlocks full features.

Дата на публикация: 13 декември, 2025
Категория: Наука и технология
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