wget ☆
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Description:
Internet file retriever
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: cli downloader networking http ftp
Install: brew install wget
About:
GNU Wget is a command-line utility for retrieving files using HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and FTPS. It supports recursive downloads, mirroring of websites, and resuming interrupted downloads. Its primary value is in automating file transfers and site archiving without user interaction.
Key Features:
  • Recursive downloading and site mirroring
  • Resume interrupted downloads
  • SSL/TLS support for secure connections
  • Built-in support for internationalized domain names
Use Cases:
  • Automating backups of remote data via cron jobs
  • Mirroring websites for offline viewing
Alternatives:
  • curl – More versatile for API interactions; Wget excels at recursive downloads
  • aria2 – Supports multiple protocols and parallel connections
Version History
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Sep 14, 2025 6:41am 0 VERSION_BUMP a6121e44
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