How to Add IDM Extension In Google Chrome [+ IDM Chrome Web Store Link] – IDM

Ever installed Internet Download Manager, all excited for faster downloads, only to find it doesn’t work with Google Chrome? So frustrating. It usually happens if you miss that initial setup prompt or accidentally remove the extension later. I’ve been there.

But don’t worry. This is a really simple fix. You can get IDM and Chrome working together perfectly in just a couple of minutes.

I’ll walk you through two super easy ways to add the official IDM extension to your browser. We’ll cover the manual drag-and-drop method and the even quicker direct-link method.

How to Add the IDM Extension in Chrome

How to add idm [internet download manager] extension in chrome

Alright, let’s get this sorted out. Here are two solid methods to get IDM integrated with Chrome.

A quick but important heads-up: Never search for “IDM” on the Chrome Web Store and install a random extension. Many of them are fakes and can be harmful. Always use the official methods below.

Method 1: The Drag-and-Drop Way

This is my go-to method. It uses a special file that IDM already placed on your computer when you installed it. Easy peasy.

First, open your Chrome extensions page. The fastest way is to type chrome://extensions into your address bar and hit Enter.
On this page, look for a switch labeled “Developer mode.” It’s usually in the top-right corner. Make sure you flip it on.
Now, open your File Explorer. You need to go to the folder where IDM is installed. For most people, that’s in C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Download Manager. In that folder, look for a file named IDMGCExt.crx.
Ready for the magic part? Just drag that IDMGCExt.crx file from your folder and drop it right onto the Chrome extensions page.
Chrome will pop up a confirmation box. Just click “Add extension.”
A new tab will open telling you it was installed successfully. You can just close that tab.
Almost done! Back on the extensions page, find the “IDM Integration Module” and click the “Details” button. I always recommend checking the boxes for “Allow in incognito” and “Allow access to file URLs.” This makes sure IDM works everywhere.

And that’s it! Now go try downloading a file. You should see the IDM download panel pop up.

If you prefer watching a video, here’s a quick guide that shows these steps.

Method 2: The Direct Link Way

If you can’t find the file from the first method, no worries. This way is even faster. The official IDM extension is hidden on the Chrome store, but you can get to it with a direct link.

IDM Integration Module in Chrome Web Store

Get the real extension here: Official IDM Integration Module
Click that link, and on the webpage that opens, click the blue “Add to Chrome” button. Confirm the installation when it asks.
Just like before, it’s a good idea to check the settings. Go to chrome://extensions, click “Details” for the IDM module, and make sure you enable “Allow in incognito” if you use private browsing.

That’s all there is to it! If you have any questions, just drop a comment. I’m here to help.

FAQs

How do I fix the IDM extension not showing in Chrome?

So the IDM icon is missing in action? Let’s check a few things.

Update IDM first. This is the most common cause. Open the main IDM program on your PC and go to Help → Check for updates…. An old version won’t play nice with a new Chrome.
Check if it’s just disabled. Go to your extensions page (chrome://extensions). Do you see “IDM Integration Module” on the list, but it’s grayed out? Just flip the little switch to turn it on.
If it’s gone, reinstall it. If it’s not on the list at all, just follow either Method 1 or Method 2 from the guide above to add it back.

How do I find the IDM extension in the Chrome Web Store?

Here’s the short answer: you can’t. At least, not by searching for it.

IDM intentionally hides it from search results. It’s a bit strange, I know, but it helps prevent people from accidentally installing fake, harmful copies. The only way to get it from the store is to use the direct link.

Here it is again: Official IDM Integration Module Link

How do I add the IDM extension back to Chrome after I removed it?

Accidentally clicked “Remove from Chrome”? No problem at all. I’ve done it more times than I care to admit.

You just need to reinstall it. The easiest way is the drag-and-drop method (Method 1 in this guide).

Go to your IDM installation folder (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Download Manager).
Find the file named IDMGCExt.crx.
Open your Chrome extensions page (chrome://extensions).
Drag the file onto the page and click “Add extension.”

And just like that, you’re back in business.