jDM overview

jDM is a fast, reliable download manager built specifically for macOS. Designed to feel native and intuitive, jDM helps you accelerate downloads, resume interruptions, and stay in full control of how files are saved and organized.

Whether you’re downloading large files, grabbing media from websites, or managing dozens of downloads at once, jDM keeps everything running smoothly with a clean, macOS-native experience.

Features

Built Specifically for macOS: jDM is written using modern Apple technologies and designed exclusively for Mac. It integrates seamlessly with macOS, offering fast startup, smooth performance, native menus, shortcuts, and a UI that feels right at home on your system.
Faster Downloads with Smart Segmentation: Accelerate downloads by automatically splitting files into multiple connections. jDM dynamically manages segments to maximize speed and reliability, especially for large files and unstable networks.
Reliable Resume & Recovery: Interrupted downloads due to network issues, system sleep, or shutdowns can be resumed automatically. jDM ensures you don’t lose progress and keeps downloads moving whenever possible.
Seamless Browser Integration: Send downloads directly from Safari, Google Chrome, Firefox, and other supported browsers using jDM extensions. Capture links, media, and resources effortlessly from the web.
Website & Media Downloads: Grab files from entire webpages with Site Grabber. Filter downloadable resources by folders or categories and download exactly what you need, including images, videos, audio, and other media.
Smart Download Organization: Create download categories with custom file types, domain-based rules, save locations, and Finder tags. Automatically route downloads to the right folder based on source and file type.
Powerful Scheduling & Automation: Schedule downloads to start or stop at specific times. Optionally put your Mac to sleep or shut it down when downloads complete, making jDM ideal for unattended downloads.
Full Control & Visibility: Inspect downloads in detail, manage connections, pause or resume tasks, and monitor progress exactly how you prefer — inline or in a dedicated column.
Modern, Polished Interface: jDM features a refined macOS-native UI with support for light and dark modes, improved layouts, and thoughtful details across windows like Inspector, Segments, and New Task.

jDM supports HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP downloads, authentication, cookies, redirects, proxies, and more — giving you the flexibility and control expected from a professional Mac download manager.

jDM is free to try. Unlock Pro features with a subscription or lifetime access.

What's new in version 6.0

Plans & Access

Introduced a clearer and more transparent system for managing jDM access.
Added support for subscriptions, free trials, lifetime access, and legacy purchases.
Existing customers who previously purchased jDM continue to receive full Pro access.
Activation status is now shown directly in the main window when downloads are restricted.
Core download actions now require an active plan, while non-destructive features remain available.

Safari Extension

Migrated to a modern Safari Web Extension for improved compatibility with recent Safari versions.
Improved reliability when sending downloads from Safari to jDM.
“Download All with jDM” now detects a wider range of downloadable content, including images, video, audio, embedded media, and frames from modern websites.
“Download Selected with jDM” now extracts all relevant resources from selected content.

Download Categories

Added domain-based rules to better organize downloads by source and file type.
Improved category matching logic for more predictable and consistent results.

Downloader

Improved filename handling to ensure downloaded files are always compatible with macOS.
Enhanced reliability through improved file handling and internal consistency checks.

Settings

Listed Microsoft Edge extension in extension settings.
Fixed layout and control sizing issues across multiple settings panels.

Main Menu

Improved menu grouping for better clarity and navigation.
Added icons to menus on macOS 26 and later.
Expanded the Help menu with support, feedback, and privacy links.
Added Group and Progress Display options to the main menus.

Onboarding

Refreshed the onboarding experience using SwiftUI.
Improved layout, spacing, and visual balance for a clearer setup flow.
New users can now optionally select a plan or start a free trial during onboarding.

Application

jDM 6.0 now requires macOS 13 (Ventura) or later.
Updated app and file icons to match modern macOS design.
Refined toolbar appearance and sizing on newer macOS versions.
Improved table layouts and control spacing across multiple windows.
Updated styling in Inspector, Segments, and New Task windows.
Several additional fixes and refinements have been made throughout the app.

Thank you for using jDM and supporting its continued development.

jDM for Mac