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Direct and native image downloader

Published July 2025
   •    Updated February 2026

Plugin details

With Direct and Native Image Downloader, deliver a consistent, high-quality download experience for every user—no matter their device.
This plugin enables seamless image download or share experiences across all devices:
- iOS 14+: opens the native share sheet (including “Save Image”)
- Android & Desktop: forces a direct download into the photo gallery or “Downloads” folder

Free

For everyone

5.0 stars   •   2 ratings
64 installs  
This plugin does not collect or track your personal data.

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Platform

Web

Contributor details

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william
Joined 2022   •   4 Plugins
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Instructions

How to Use
1. Install the Plugin
In your Bubble editor, go to Plugins → Add plugins, search for Direct and Native Image Downloader, and install it.

2. Add the Action to Your Workflow
- Select the button or element you want to trigger the download (e.g. a “Download” icon).
- Click Start/Edit workflow.
- Under Plugins, choose the direct_download action.

3. Configure the Parameters
- Image URL (image_url): Set this to your dynamic image source (e.g. Current Page Photo’s URL).
- File Name (filename, optional): Provide a default file name (e.g. photo.jpg). If left blank, it defaults to photo.jpg.

4. Test Across Devices
- iOS 14+: Tap the button and verify the native share sheet appears with “Save Image.”
- Android: The image should download automatically into the device’s photo gallery.
- Desktop (Chrome, Safari, etc.): The image should download directly into the user’s “Downloads” folder.

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Best Practices
- HTTPS & CORS: Ensure your image URLs are served over HTTPS and allow CORS so they can be fetched as blobs.
- Content-Type: Confirm your server or CDN sends the correct Content-Type header (image/jpeg, image/png, etc.).
- UI Clarity: Label your download button clearly (e.g. “Save Photo”) so users know what to expect.

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Categories

This plugin can be found under the following categories:
Data (things)   •   Image   •   Productivity

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Rating and reviews

Average rating (5.0)

Great plugin
November 26th, 2025
It works well as described. Thank you!
September 3rd, 2025
It would be nice if it's also compatible with native mobile apps.
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