#!/usr/bin/sh
# For the programs that create a ~/Downloads folder on startup (ie: spotify, zoom)
# Look in the program settings to redirect the Downloads folder before trying this solution
# Usage: 'dlkiller $my-program'
# Must have $SHELL variable set to your preferred shell

$1 &

sleep 4
if [ -d ~/Downloads ] && [ -z "$(ls -A ~/Downloads)" ]; then
    rm -r ~/Downloads
fi