Download Images from Google Container Registry
Export GCR images from any OS in the browser (Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, mobile). Ideal for offline or USB transfers.
Base URL
https://containerdl.com
GCR export ready
Public GCR images
Use gcr.io/namespace/image:tag references.
USB and offline transfer
Export TAR files and move them to isolated networks.
No Docker required
Use any browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, or mobile without Docker Desktop.
How it works
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Paste your gcr.io image reference.
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Export a TAR and download it.
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Automate with:Bearer token
Authorization: Bearer <key>
Example
Export a GCR image
curlcurl -X POST https://containerdl.com/v1/exports \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer cdl_live_xxx" \
-d '{"image":"gcr.io/distroless/static:latest"}'- Public GCR images work instantly.
- Private registry auth is supported only for GHCR and Docker Hub today.
Common use cases
- Offline transfer to USB or air-gapped servers.
- Container scans without Docker installed.
- Preparing GKE images for offline clusters.
- Sharing base images across teams.
FAQs
Is GCR still supported by Google?
GCR is legacy, but public gcr.io images are still widely used. Artifact Registry uses different domains.
Do you support private GCR?
No. Private registry auth is supported only for GHCR and Docker Hub today.
Do you store credentials?
No. Credentials are never stored or logged.