This wikiHow teaches you how to download websites to your computer so you can open them without having to be connected to the internet. However, note that some websites don't allow you to download them.
Step
Step 1. Look for a website downloader program
There are many free programs available on the internet that can help you copy and download website data. Here are some programs that can be used:
- HTTrack - For Windows or Linux. HTTrack allows you to choose which website elements you want to download and ignore.
- WebRipper - Only for Windows. This program allows you to extract anything from photos, videos and links, to HTML and website page format codes.
- DeepVacuum - This program is designed for Mac OS X. DeepVacuum, like HTTrack for Windows, allows you to filter out certain file types, such as links or images, before downloading websites.
- SiteSucker - This program is designed for Mac OS El Capitan and Sierra. However, there are several versions of this program that can be used on iOS and earlier versions of Mac OS X on the official SiteSucker website. SiteSucker has the same functionality as DeepVacuum. However, you can set downloaded website pages to update automatically when your computer is connected to the internet. In addition, this program also has a version iOS.
Step 2. Learn the website downloader program
To determine if the desired website downloader program is working properly, look up other people's opinions on the program on the internet. If many people recommend the program and the program's interface is not difficult to understand, you can use it.
- Avoid programs that have bad reviews.
- If you can find a video demonstration of the website downloading program you want to use, the video can help you determine whether the program is easy to use or not.
Step 3. Download the program
Almost all website download programs can be downloaded on websites that are not protected by HTTPS encryption. Therefore, make sure your computer is connected to a secure network, such as a home network and not a public network, when downloading the program.
- If possible, try to find a website download program available on the program developer's website.
- You may have to select the computer folder where the website data is stored before starting to download it.
Step 4. Double-click the website downloader program installer
The installer is located in a pre-selected computer folder. Double-clicking the installer will start the process of installing the website download program on your computer.
Step 5. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen
The instructions displayed vary, depending on the program used. Therefore, make sure you pay close attention to the instructions that appear on the screen when installing the program.
Step 6. Wait for the program to finish installing on the computer and open the program
Once the program is finished installing, you can download the desired website.
Step 7. Copy the URL address of the website you want to download
To copy it, open the website in the desired browser. After that, highlight the website address at the top of the browser window, right-click on it, and select the "Copy" option.
You can also hold down the Ctrl key (or Command key on a Mac) and press C to copy the website address
Step 8. Paste the website address in the "URL" field of the website downloader program
The names and locations of these fields vary, depending on the program you are using. However, it's usually a text field at the top of the program window.
In the program, you can specify which website page elements you want to download or ignore. Apart from that, you can also select the computer folder where the website data is stored
Step 9. Click the "Download" button available in the program
Like the URL fields and program installation instructions, the name and location of this button varies, depending on the program you are using. However, you can usually find it at the bottom of the window. After clicking the button, the website will start downloading to your computer.
Step 10. Wait for the website to finish downloading
Once the website has finished downloading, you can open it without having to be connected to the internet.
Some of the website's social features will not be downloaded because these features require an internet connection
Tips
Website download programs can also be used to back up your website
Warning
- Downloading websites with lots of links and media, such as social media websites, can take up a lot of free space on your computer.
- Some websites block website download programs to prevent people from duplicating their content. If you want to download the website, you will have to save each page of the website individually.
- Make sure the desired website can be downloaded legally before downloading it.
