Supports simultaneous downloads and provides options to pause, resume, and organize queued tasks. Why It Is Flagged as a Risk
A built-in player that allows users to watch video or listen to audio files while the download is still in progress. Bamboo Media Ilivid Manager
The , developed by Bandoo Media Inc. (often mistakenly referred to as Bamboo Media), is a utility designed to manage and accelerate file downloads from the internet. While it offers legitimate features like video downloading and previewing, it is widely categorized by cybersecurity experts as a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) or a browser hijacker. Core Functionality (often mistakenly referred to as Bamboo Media), is
iLivid was primarily marketed as a free tool for users who frequently download media from hosting and streaming sites. Its advertised features include: developed by Bandoo Media Inc.
Security researchers from Malwarebytes and PCrisk classify iLivid as a PUP for several reasons:
The ability to save videos from platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, and Dailymotion for offline viewing.
Uses multi-thread technology to potentially increase download speeds compared to standard browser managers.