Paste a GitHub URL
Copy the link to any public GitHub file, folder, or repository.
Free developer tool
GitHub Downloader
Download files, folders, or entire repositories from GitHub. Paste a URL — no Git, no clone, no signup.
No Git required Public repos only Zip downloads Free to use
How it works
Download GitHub files in seconds.
Browse & select
Pick individual files, select multiple items, or grab the entire folder.
Download
Get files instantly — single download, batch .zip, or full repo archive.
Why use this
Why download GitHub files without cloning?
Sometimes you only need one file or one folder from a repository. Cloning an entire project can take minutes and eat hundreds of megabytes for a single config file. This tool lets you download exactly what you need — individual files, a hand-picked selection, or the entire repo as a zip — directly in your browser. No `git clone`, no terminal, no GitHub account required for public repos.
Use cases
Who uses the GitHub Downloader?
Developers
Quickly grab a single config file, script, or snippet from any open-source repo.
Students
Download project materials, assignments, and example code without wrestling with Git.
Researchers
Extract datasets, papers, and analysis scripts from academic repositories.
FAQ
GitHub Downloader questions.
Does this work with private repositories?
No. This tool only supports public GitHub repositories. Private repos require authentication through Git.
What URL formats are supported?
Any public GitHub URL — repository root, specific branch or tag, subdirectory, or individual file. Both github.com links work.
How do batch downloads work?
Browse a directory, check the files you want, and click "Download selected". They'll be packaged into a single .zip file locally in your browser.
Is there a size limit?
Individual files fetched via the GitHub API should generally be under a few MB. For entire repos, use the "Download repo as .zip" button which streams from GitHub's archive service.
Does this use the GitHub API?
Yes. Browsing directories and fetching file contents goes through our proxy to the GitHub API. Public repos get 60 requests/hour without authentication.
Can I download a specific branch or tag?
Yes. Paste a URL that includes the branch (e.g. /tree/main/) or tag, and the tool will use that ref.