Download fails when redirected from HTTPS to HTTP

[huoshan12345]

Hi,

I noticed that downloads fail when the server redirects from an HTTPS URL to an HTTP URL.

This happens because HttpClient in .NET does not allow automatic redirection from HTTPS → HTTP by default, even when AllowAutoRedirect is set to true.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Attempt to download from an HTTPS URL that responds with a 301/302 redirect to an HTTP endpoint.
2. The download fails instead of following the redirect.

Expected Behavior

Downloader should either:

• Handle this scenario explicitly (e.g., allow opt-in following of HTTPS → HTTP redirects), or
• Provide a clear error message that explains why the redirect failed.

Additional Context

Relevant .NET documentation: HttpClientHandler.AllowAutoRedirect — note that HTTPS → HTTP redirects are not allowed.

Would it be possible to add an option (e.g., AllowInsecureRedirects) to support this use case for trusted servers?

Thanks!

[JulioG516]

Did you find any solution ?