Okay, look, I've been using FicLab for a few months now and it's the only thing that's actually worked consistently for me. The browser extension is dead simple—you just click it while on a story page and it grabs the whole thing, chapter by chapter, and spits out an epub.
I tried the Python scripts like fanficfare years ago, but the setup was a nightmare if you're not techy, and they break every time FFN changes something. FicLab just... works. It even preserves author notes and formatting pretty well, though sometimes line breaks get a little weird in the epub. The only downside is it's a paid extension, but it's a few bucks for unlimited downloads.
Honestly, my main use case is downloading my own old writing from there before the site eventually collapses, and for that, it's been a lifesaver.
Trying to snag fics for offline use from that site can be a headache. I mean, the official app got taken down years ago, and they're pretty protective of their stuff.
I've used web page saving in my browser before—just File > Save Page As on a finished chapter. It's clunky, though, especially for long fics with 50+ chapters; you have to do each one manually. Some people mention browser extensions or scripts, but I never trust those not to mess with my browser or accidentally violate site rules.
Honestly, if I really love a story and the author is okay with it, I'll copy-paste into a document. It feels more respectful than using an automated grabber, even if it takes a while.
I’ve been downloading fanfiction to my Kindle for years, and it’s way easier than most people think. The simplest method is using a site like 'FanFiction.net' or 'Archive of Our Own' and copying the text into a Word doc. Then, you can convert it to a Kindle-friendly format using Calibre, a free ebook management tool. Just drag the file into Calibre, hit convert, and choose MOBI or AZW3 format. Another quick trick is emailing the document to your Kindle’s unique email address (found in your Amazon account settings). Make sure the subject line says 'convert' so Amazon handles the formatting for you. If you’re dealing with EPUB files, you can skip Calibre and use Amazon’s 'Send to Kindle' app directly. It’s a lifesaver for organizing longer fics or series.