Download media content from Ancestry.

Latest Version

Version
0.140
Update
June 5, 2023
Size
113KiB
Developer
Category
Users
2,000+
Rating
4.16667 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Https://www.ancestry.com/*
Https://www.ancestry.co.uk/*
Https://www.ancestry.ca/*
Https://www.ancestry.com.au/*
Https://mediasvc.ancestry.com/*
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Ancestry Media Download Extension

Ancestry.com has never created a good system to back up the data that is on their site. The only option people have is to download the GEDCOM file, which is often a mere fraction of the data they have invested in the site.

This extension allows you to screen scrape your media files in an automated fashion. You should clear all files out of your default downloads folder before using this extension so you know that all downloaded files belong to Ancestry.

This extension does not work on MACs due to the way MACs handle clicking the middle mouse button. Follow the support site if you wish to assist in finding a solution to this problem.

Change History:
v 0.141 re-written to work with updated Ancestry site, added some new directions
v 0.134 first attempt at fixing Mac bug
v 0.132 fix restart bug, fix missing downloads bug
v 0.131 add support for .com.au
v 0.130 fix after Ancestry re-designed their image hosting
v 0.123 attempt 2 to allow .co.uk and add support for .ca
v 0.122 attempt to allow .co.uk
v 0.12 first package
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Source Manifest.json

{ "content_scripts": [ { "all_frames": false, "js": [ "AncestryMediaContent.js" ], "matches": ["https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/tree/*AncestryMediaDownload=*", "https://www.ancestry.com/mediaui-viewer/*AncestryFileDownload=*","https://www.ancestry.co.uk/family-tree/tree/*AncestryMediaDownload=*", "https://www.ancestry.co.uk/mediaui-viewer/*AncestryFileDownload=*","https://www.ancestry.ca/family-tree/tree/*AncestryMediaDownload=*", "https://www.ancestry.ca/mediaui-viewer/*AncestryFileDownload=*","https://www.ancestry.com.au/family-tree/tree/*AncestryMediaDownload=*", "https://www.ancestry.com.au/mediaui-viewer/*AncestryFileDownload=*","https://mediasvc.ancestry.com/*"], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "description": "Download media content from Ancestry.", "icons": { "128": "ancestry128.png", "24": "ancestry24.png", "48": "ancestry48.png" }, "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Ancestry Media Download", "browser_action": { "default_icon": {"24": "ancestry24.png" }, "default_title": "Ancestry Media Download", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "permissions": [ "https://www.ancestry.com/*","https://www.ancestry.co.uk/*","https://www.ancestry.ca/*","https://www.ancestry.com.au/*","https://mediasvc.ancestry.com/*"], "content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' https://ssl.google-analytics.com; object-src 'self'", "update_url": "http://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "version": "0.140"}
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How to download and manually install Ancestry Media Download extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Ancestry Media Download extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Ancestry Media Download extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Ancestry Media Download extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Ancestry Media Download extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download extension file

Select and download the Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download 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 Ancestry Media Download extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Michelle Hynes (ID: 000000e8a6c24811) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 06/04/2022 It is an initial impression abnd willing to upgrade my rating. The extension says it downloading media but I cant find the file anywhere. I have my default folder set correctly. I really want this to work!

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Randi DuFresne (ID: 0000000fef07d9b9) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 05/28/2022 I wish it worked for me. Can't figure out why it doesn't. Put the extension on Chrome - didn't work. Removed it and tried again, followed instructions, nothing happens. Frustrating.

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markinsydney (ID: 000000259fce404c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/26/2022 Chrome, PC, March 2022. You MUST be on the Photos or Stories tab (not All Media) for this extension to work. It worked a treat and all my media has been downloaded. Thank you Jereme for this great contribution to geneology.

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Kiwi Steve (ID: 0000006a118d2f73) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/01/2022 Does what it says on the box - saved me a ton of work. The only annoyance, which I think is a Chrome thing and Firefox might be better here - I had to click SAVE for each file it downloaded - I just sat there and clicked as each one came up... no biggie, but slightly annoying - I just don't think thats a big price to pay for being able to get all the media from my tree so I can start using an offline program (trying Family Historian 7) and start saving myself hundreds of dollars a year on Ancestry fees! Thanks Dev, this is awesome.

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Michael G. O'Connell (ID: 000000724d998c02) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/26/2021 I gave it 4-star because it started as a 5-star then, I believe that Ancestry caught on and blocked it. This was on a Mac running OSmac High Sierra. Has anyone else experienced Ancestry shutting this extension down? Any ideas on how to get around that?