Unsplash Downloader

Overview

Unsplash has incredible free photos, but downloading them is tedious. Search, find a great shot, click it, wait for the modal, pick a size, hit download, then repeat for every image. Need 30 photos for a blog redesign? That's 30 rounds of clicking. Half the time you accidentally grab the smaller web preview instead of the full-resolution original.

This browser extension eliminates all of that. Open any Unsplash search page, collection, or photographer portfolio, click the extension icon, and select every photo you want. They all download at maximum resolution, the same quality as the original upload (typically 4000-6000px), straight to your computer as JPEG files.

The extension also tracks photographer names alongside each download for easy crediting. It remembers what you've already saved to avoid duplicates, and everything processes locally in your browser with nothing sent to outside servers. Try 3 free downloads to see how fast it is, no credit card needed.

Why It Exists

• Skip Unsplash's one-at-a-time download modal and batch-pull entire search results or collections
• Always get the full-resolution version — no accidentally downloading the smaller web preview
• Track photographer attribution for proper crediting as recommended by the Unsplash License
• Build offline photo libraries of royalty-free content ready for blogs, social media, and web design

Key Features

• Batch download high-resolution photos from Unsplash search results, collections, and portfolios
• Extracts the maximum-resolution version via Unsplash's API-driven page structure
• Preserves EXIF metadata and photographer attribution data
• Downloads JPEG files at original dimensions — typically 4000-6000px on the long edge
• One-click collection export — download entire curated collections at once
• Download queue with concurrent transfers and per-file progress bars
• Batch export from topic pages (Nature, Architecture, Business, etc.)
• Skips Unsplash's one-at-a-time download modal for faster workflows
• Photographer attribution tracking for proper crediting
• Duplicate detection flags previously downloaded photos

How It Works

• Install the extension: Add Unsplash Downloader to Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, or Opera and complete the quick activation with your license key.
• Browse Unsplash photos: Navigate to any Unsplash search results page, collection, topic page, or photographer portfolio.
• Select photos to download: Click the extension icon to scan the page for available photos. Select images individually or batch-select all — no download modal needed.
• Download at full resolution: Download automatically at maximum resolution (typically 4000-6000px). Files save locally as JPEG with EXIF metadata and photographer attribution preserved.

Reviews

• No more download modal clicking (5/5): I curate Unsplash collections for blog posts and this extension lets me batch-download entire collections in seconds instead of clicking through the download modal 50+ times. - Sophie Andersen
• Always gets maximum resolution (4.9/5): The full-resolution extraction is perfect — I was accidentally getting smaller previews before. Now every Unsplash photo comes through at its original 6000px quality. - Marco Bianchi
• Attribution tracking is a great touch (4.8/5): The photographer attribution tracking is a thoughtful feature. I credit every photographer I use from Unsplash and this extension makes it effortless to track who took what. - Lakshmi Venkat

Platform Support

Browsers

• Chrome
• Edge
• Firefox
• Brave
• Opera

Operating Systems

• Windows
• macOS
• Linux

Supported Content

• High-resolution photos in JPEG format (typically 4000-6000px)
• Batch downloads from search results, collections, and topic pages
• Photographer portfolio exports
• Unsplash License content — free for commercial and non-commercial use

Not Supported

• Safari and mobile browsers
• Unsplash+ premium content without a subscription
• Bypassing Unsplash's rate limits
• DRM-protected or restricted assets

Privacy and Permissions

Supported regions: Worldwide.

Limitations:

• Full-resolution downloads depend on the original upload size from each photographer.
• Unsplash may rate-limit downloads during very high-volume sessions.
• Unsplash+ premium content requires a separate subscription.
• Photographer attribution is tracked but not automatically embedded in file metadata.
• Safari and mobile browsers are not supported.
• Download speed depends on your internet connection and Unsplash's servers.
• Email activation is required before first use.

Permissions:

• downloads: Saves full-resolution Unsplash photos directly to your downloads folder and tracks batch download progress for each file.
• activeTab: Reads the current Unsplash page to detect available photos, extract maximum-resolution URLs, and inject download controls into search results and collections.
• storage: Stores licence activation, download history for duplicate detection, and user preferences between browser sessions.
• notifications: Sends desktop alerts when batch downloads complete or if a transfer encounters an error requiring attention.

FAQ

How do I download from Unsplash with this extension?

Navigate to any Unsplash search results page, collection, or photographer portfolio. Click the extension icon — it scans for available photos. Select the images you want and click Download. Files save at full resolution directly to your downloads folder.

Does it download the maximum resolution from Unsplash?

Yes. The extension extracts the highest-resolution version available for each photo, which is typically the original upload size — often 4000-6000px on the long edge. This is the same quality you get from Unsplash's manual download button.

Does it preserve photographer attribution?

Yes. The extension captures photographer name and profile URL alongside each download. While the Unsplash License doesn't require attribution, it's recommended — and the extension makes it easy to track.

Can I batch-download from Unsplash collections and topic pages?

Yes. Open any Unsplash collection or topic page and click the extension icon. It lists all photos on the page and lets you queue them for batch download with individual progress tracking.

Is Unsplash content free to use commercially?

Yes. Unsplash photos are released under the Unsplash License which allows free use for commercial and non-commercial purposes. Attribution is appreciated but not required. This extension simply helps you download that content more efficiently.

Which browsers are supported?

Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, and Opera on Windows, macOS, and Linux desktops. Safari and mobile browsers are not supported.

Is my data private?

Yes. All processing happens locally in your browser. No download history, personal data, or file contents are sent to external servers.

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.