Podia Downloader

Overview

Podia creators control everything, including whether you keep access to the course you purchased. There is no download button, and if the creator switches platforms or shuts down their storefront, the lessons you paid for simply vanish. You are left with nothing but a receipt.

This extension gives you a way to hold onto what is yours. Open any lesson on any Podia-powered site, and the extension automatically detects the video regardless of how the creator branded their storefront or which video hosting they chose. Click download, pick your quality, and it saves as a clean MP4 file. For full courses, batch queuing lines up every lesson at once and downloads them in order, organized by course and lesson name.

Your videos never leave your device. The extension processes everything locally in your browser and never accesses or stores your Podia account credentials. Whether you bought a one-time course or subscribe to a membership that might not last, having your own offline copies means you can always revisit the material on your own terms.

Why It Exists

• Access your purchased Podia courses offline without depending on the creator's site uptime
• Study course content during travel or commutes without an internet connection
• Keep a personal backup of digital courses you have paid for
• Review training material at your own pace without streaming delays or buffering

Key Features

• Download video lessons from any Podia-hosted course or digital product
• Support for Wistia, Vimeo, and other video hosting providers used by Podia creators
• Preserve original video resolution and audio quality without re-encoding
• Smart page scanner works across all custom Podia storefronts and domains
• Batch queue multiple course lessons for sequential download
• Automatic retry logic for interrupted connections
• Download progress bar with speed and completion indicators
• Organize files by course and lesson structure automatically
• No account credentials stored or transmitted to external services
• Compatible with Chrome, Firefox, and Edge browsers

How It Works

• Install the extension: Add Podia Downloader to your browser and pin it to your toolbar for quick access.
• Open a Podia course page: Navigate to any lesson page on a Podia-hosted creator site where you have purchased access or have a membership.
• Download lesson videos: Click the download button to save the current lesson video, or batch-queue multiple lessons for sequential automated download.
• Study offline: Videos save at original quality organized by course and lesson structure, accessible offline regardless of the creator's site uptime.

Reviews

• Easy downloads from Podia creator courses (5/5): I bought a calligraphy course from a Podia creator and wanted the videos on my tablet for practice sessions at my desk. Downloaded all 24 lessons in about 15 minutes. - Jordan McAllister
• Great for backing up Podia membership content (4.9/5): I am subscribed to a coaching membership on Podia and the monthly video content is what I value most. Downloading them ensures I keep access even if I cancel later. - Aisha Kamara
• Handles Wistia embeds on Podia perfectly (4.8/5): The extension detected Wistia-hosted videos on a Podia course with no issues at all. Each lesson saved in order with clean file names. Very smooth experience. - Rory Fitzgerald

Platform Support

Browsers

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Edge

Operating Systems

• Windows
• macOS
• Linux

Supported Content

• Video lessons from any Podia-hosted course or digital product
• Wistia, Vimeo, and other video hosting providers used by Podia creators
• Membership video content you have access to
• Batch downloads for multi-lesson courses

Not Supported

• Safari and mobile browsers
• PDFs, audio files, and digital downloads (use Podia's built-in buttons)
• Content you have not purchased or do not have membership access to
• Podia checkout or storefront pages without video

Privacy and Permissions

Supported regions: Worldwide.

Limitations:

• Only downloads video content embedded in Podia course pages.
• PDFs and audio digital downloads should be accessed through Podia's own download buttons.
• You must be logged in and have purchased access to the content.
• Works across any Podia-powered domain regardless of custom branding.
• Safari and mobile browsers are not supported.
• Desktop browser extension only — never stores or accesses your Podia credentials.

Permissions:

• activeTab: Required to scan the active Podia course page for embedded video players and extract media URLs for download.
• downloads: Needed to save video files directly to your chosen local folder.
• storage: Used to persist download preferences and batch queue state between browser sessions.

FAQ

How do I know if a course site is powered by Podia?

Podia sites often show a small Podia badge or have checkout flows branded by Podia. The extension automatically detects Podia's page structure and shows download options when compatible video content is found on the page.

Does it work with Podia membership content?

Yes. If you are logged into a Podia membership and can view video content in your browser, the extension can detect and download those videos.

What about Podia digital downloads like PDFs or audio files?

The extension focuses on video content embedded in Podia course pages. For digital downloads like PDFs and audio, Podia typically provides its own download buttons within the product page.

Can I download from multiple Podia creator sites?

Yes. The extension works on any Podia-powered domain. If you have purchased courses from different creators using Podia, it will detect video content on each of their sites.

Will the course creator know I downloaded the content?

The extension captures video URLs from pages already loaded in your browser session. It does not generate unusual traffic or interact with the Podia platform in any way beyond what your browser already does.

Is this legal?

DISCLAIMER: We are not attorneys and do not offer legal advice. Laws vary by country and platform. For any legal question please consult a qualified legal professional.

We give you full control over download speeds because we believe users should decide how they use their software.

That said, here are a few widely accepted best practices for safe, responsible downloading:

• Only download content you created, own, or have explicit permission from the rights holder to access.

• Protect your personal data by respecting platform rules and rate limits with reasonable download speeds to avoid automated abuse systems putting your account at risk.

• Protect your privacy by using a reputable VPN for IP protection before initiating downloads — this is the VPN we recommend & use.