Generate direct download links from Box shared URLs.

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Version
1.0
Update
March 5, 2025
Size
23.39KiB
Developer
asifkamboh.com
Category
Users
0
Rating
0 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ClipboardWrite
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Box Direct Link Generator Extension

Convert Box.com Shared Links into Permanent Direct Download Links!

Box Direct Link Generator is a lightweight yet powerful Chrome extension that allows users to instantly generate direct download links from Box.com shared file URLs. Unlike standard shared links that require redirections, this tool retrieves the official Box.com file download link directly, functioning like an API with no limits on download requests.

🔥 Key Features & How It Works

1️⃣ Input a Shared Box.com URL & Generate a Direct Link

This extension is simple to use:

1. Copy & paste a shared Box.com file link into the extension
2. Click the \"Generate Link\" button
3. Instantly receive:
✔️ File Name – Displays the exact name of the file (e.g., sample_file.zip)
✔️ File Size – Shows the precise file size (e.g., 777 Bytes, 136.03 KB, 5.32 MB, 1.45 GB)
✔️ Extension – Identifies the file type (zip, pdf, mp4, etc.)
✔️ Download Link – A non-expiring permanent direct official Box.com download link
4. Click \"Copy\" to copy the direct link for sharing or downloading

2️⃣ Generates Permanent, Official Box Direct Links

Unlike other tools that use third-party services, this extension generates official Box.com direct download links in this format:

https://app.box.com/index.php?rm=box_download_shared_file&shared_name=XXXXXXXX&file_id=f_XXXXXXXX

🔹 Direct link does not expire – It remains valid as long as the file is public
🔹 No redirections – The link directly downloads the file
🔹 Works for all file types – Zip, PDF, MP4, Word, Excel, etc.

3️⃣ One-Click Copy Button

Once the direct link is generated, users can copy it with a single click and use it for:

✔️ Instant downloads
✔️ File sharing without Box.com login
✔️ Embedding in documents, emails, or cloud management tools

4️⃣ Lightweight, Ultra-Fast & Secure

🔹 No background scripts – Runs only when needed
🔹 100% Secure – No third-party tracking or data collection
🔹 Works like an API – No restrictions on download requests
🔹 Easy-to-use interface – Clean & simple UI for quick link generation

🎯 Who Can Benefit from This Extension?

🔹 Students & Researchers – Quickly download Box-hosted PDFs, presentations, and study materials
🔹 Developers & IT Teams – Fetch direct links for coding assets, zip files, or documents
🔹 Businesses & Teams – Share direct links with clients or colleagues
🔹 Cloud Storage Users – Streamline file management with instant direct downloads

🔧 How to Use the Extension?

1️⃣ Install the Box Direct Link Generator from the Chrome Web Store
2️⃣ Open the extension and paste a Box.com shared file link
3️⃣ Click \"Generate Link\" to fetch the file details & direct download link
4️⃣ Click \"Copy\" to copy the URL and share or download instantly

✅ Why Use Box Direct Link Generator?

✔️ No third-party redirections – Uses only official Box.com download links
✔️ Works like an API – No request limits on downloads
✔️ Permanent links – Links never expire unless the file is made private
✔️ Fast & Instant – No need to edit or modify links manually
✔️ One-Click Generate – Generate a direct link in just one click
✔️ One-Click Copy – Saves time & improves productivity
✔️ Lightweight & Instant – Simple, secure, and easy to use, No unnecessary permissions or background tracking

💡 Download now and make file sharing with Box.com easier than ever!
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Box Direct Link Generator", "version": "1.0", "description": "Generate direct download links from Box shared URLs.", "author": "Asif Kamboh", "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "action": { "default_popup": "src/popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" } }, "permissions": [ "clipboardWrite" ]}
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How to download and manually install Box Direct Link Generator extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Box Direct Link Generator extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Box Direct Link Generator extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Box Direct Link Generator extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Box Direct Link Generator extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Box Direct Link Generator extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Box Direct Link Generator Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Box Direct Link Generator extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Box Direct Link Generator extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Box Direct Link Generator extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Box Direct Link Generator extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Box Direct Link Generator extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Box Direct Link Generator extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Box Direct Link Generator extension file

Select and download the Box Direct Link Generator extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Box Direct Link Generator extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Box Direct Link Generator extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Box Direct Link Generator extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Box Direct Link Generator extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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