Internet Download Manager
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Internet Download Manager (IDM) is a download management and acceleration utility developed by Tonec Inc. for Windows. It splits files into multiple streams to optimize transfer speeds and supports resuming, pausing, and scheduling downloads.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 6.43.17
- Release date
- Nov. 3, 2026
- License
- Proprietary
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Tonec.InternetDownloadManager -eSHA256 (file verification)
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Internet Download Manager 6.43.17: what's new?
Highlights
- Multi-stream file segmentation to accelerate download speeds
- Pause and resume support for interrupted or broken downloads
- Task scheduling and download queue management
- Browser integration for automatic download link capture
Who is it for?
Internet Download Manager is designed for Windows users who frequently download large files, media, or archives and need reliable transfer resuming and scheduling capabilities.
Good to know before installing
- Only available on Windows; macOS and Linux are not supported.
- Requires purchasing a paid license after the 30-day trial period expires.
- The user interface has an outdated, legacy design.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button or run winget install --id Tonec.InternetDownloadManager -e in your terminal.
- Open the downloaded setup executable and follow the on-screen steps.
- Restart your browser if prompted to complete the integration extension setup.
Free alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Is Internet Download Manager free?
No, IDM is commercial software that provides a 30-day free trial period before requiring a license.
Can IDM resume broken downloads?
Yes, IDM can resume unfinished downloads as long as the host server supports resume capabilities.
What operating systems does IDM support?
Internet Download Manager is officially available only for Windows.