Open Source Linux BitTorrent Clients
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BitTorrent Clients for Linux
View 61 business solutionsBrowse free open source BitTorrent clients and projects for Linux below. Use the toggles on the left to filter open source BitTorrent clients by OS, license, language, programming language, and project status.
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qBittorrent
A free and reliable P2P BitTorrent client
An advanced and multi-platform BitTorrent client with a nice Qt user interface as well as a Web UI for remote control and an integrated search engine. qBittorrent aims to meet the needs of most users while using as little CPU and memory as possible. -
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Vuze - Azureus
An extremely powerful and configurable BitTorrent client
Vuze (formerly Azureus) is an extremely powerful and configurable BitTorrent client. Search and download torrent files. Play, convert and transcode videos and music for playing on many devices such as PSP, TiVo, XBox, PS3, iTunes (iPhone, iPod, Apple TV). -
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Jackett
API Support for your favorite torrent trackers
Jackett works as a proxy server, it translates queries from apps (Sonarr, Radarr, SickRage, CouchPotato, Mylar3, Lidarr, DuckieTV, qBittorrent, Nefarious, etc.) into tracker-site-specific HTTP queries, parses the HTML or JSON response, and then sends results back to the requesting software. This allows for getting recent uploads (like RSS) and performing searches. Jackett is a single repository of maintained indexer scraping & translation logic, removing the burden from other apps. Trackers marked with (invite needed) have no active maintainer and may be missing features or be broken. If your client supports multiple feeds it's recommended to add each indexer directly instead of using all indexers. Using the all indexer has no advantages (besides reduced management overhead). We recommend you install Jackett as a Windows service using the supplied installer. You may also download the zipped version if you would like to configure everything manually. -
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aria2 - CLI Metalink/BitTorrent client
A multi-protocol & multi-source, cross platform download utility
aria2 is a multi-protocol & multi-source, cross platform download utility. The supported protocols are HTTP(S), FTP, BitTorrent, Metalink. It can download a file from multiple sources/protocols and tries to utilize your maximum download bandwidth. -
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RATS Search
BitTorrent P2P multi-platform search engine for Desktop
Rats Search is a cross-platform search tool for torrent indexing across multiple BitTorrent DHT networks. It provides a GUI for searching decentralized torrent metadata in real time without relying on centralized indexes. Built with Electron and Vue.js, Rats Search emphasizes decentralization and anonymity, allowing users to explore content from distributed sources such as the BitTorrent Mainline DHT and WebTorrent. It supports filtering, magnet link generation, and acts as a privacy-conscious alternative to torrent search engines. -
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Motrix
A full-featured download manager
Motrix is a full-featured, cross-platform download manager that supports downloading HTTP, FTP, BitTorrent, Magnet, Baidu Net Disk and more. It’s got an interface that’s clean, simple and easy to use, plus a number of great features. It can handle up to 10 concurrent downloads, can support 64 threads in a single task, support speed limit and more! It comes in both Chinese and English with many other translations in the works, and has dark mode available. -
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Transmission Remote GUI
A cross platform front-end for the Transmission BitTorrent client.
Transmission Remote GUI is a feature rich cross platform front-end to remotely control a Transmission Bit-Torrent client daemon via its RPC protocol. Transmission Remote GUI is faster and has more functionality than the built-in Transmission web interface. Transmission 1.40 or later is supported. Transmission Remote GUI is developed using Lazarus RAD and Free Pascal compiler. -
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Torrent File Editor
Qt based GUI tool designed to create and edit .torrent files
Project moved to https://torrent-file-editor.github.io/ -
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RTorrent BitTorrent Client
rTorrent BitTorrent client
The rTorrent bittorrent client uses ncurses and is ideal for use with tmux, screen or dtach. Alternatively, version 0.9.7+ has a built-in daemon mode disabling the user interface, so you can only control it via XMLRPC. It supports saving of sessions, allows the user to add/remove torrents, and much more. -
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WebTorrent Desktop
The streaming torrent app. For Mac, Windows, and Linux.
WebTorrent Desktop is for streaming torrents on Mac, Windows or Linux. It connects to both BitTorrent and WebTorrent peers. Now there's no need to wait for files to finish downloading. You can watch or play right away with WebTorrent Desktop. -
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BiglyBT
Feature-filled Bittorrent client based on the Azureus open source
BiglyBT is a fully-featured, open-source BitTorrent client based on the former Vuze/Azureus codebase. It offers extensive functionality without ads, spyware, or paid features, making it a favorite for advanced users. BiglyBT includes detailed torrent management tools, built-in swarm merging, VPN detection, I2P support, and streaming capabilities. It’s highly customizable and supports a wide range of plugins, automation tools, and scheduling options. The client runs on Java and is available across major desktop platforms. -
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Tribler
Privacy enhanced BitTorrent client with P2P content discovery
Tribler is a decentralized, privacy-enhanced BitTorrent client developed by researchers at Delft University of Technology. It introduces built-in anonymity using a Tor-like onion routing network and integrates its own blockchain for economic incentives and trust management. Tribler supports standard torrenting features along with distributed search, self-contained channels, and peer reputation. Its goal is to provide a fully autonomous file-sharing network without relying on external servers, search engines, or trackers. -
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Miru
Bittorrent streaming software for cats
Miru is a fast, open-source anime streaming client that integrates with various third-party APIs and websites to provide a native-like experience across platforms. Designed for performance and ease of use, Miru allows users to search, stream, and manage their favorite anime shows with a sleek interface and community-driven extensions. It emphasizes responsiveness, privacy, and modularity while supporting a growing plugin ecosystem to expand content sources and features. -
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qBittorrent RuTracker plugin
qBittorrent search engine plugin for rutracker
qBittorrent RuTracker plugin is a lightweight search engine extension designed to integrate the RuTracker torrent index directly into the qBittorrent client, allowing users to search for torrents without leaving the application interface. The plugin follows qBittorrent’s official search plugin architecture and is implemented as a Python script that communicates with the RuTracker website to retrieve and display search results. By embedding this functionality into the client, it streamlines the torrent discovery process and reduces the need for manual browsing across external websites. The plugin requires users to authenticate with RuTracker credentials, enabling access to content that may otherwise be restricted or hidden behind login requirements. It is designed to be simple to install and configure, typically involving placing the script in the appropriate directory and editing credentials. -
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trackerslist
Updated list of public BitTorrent trackers
trackerslist is a repository that provides continuously updated lists of public BitTorrent trackers, designed to improve torrent download performance and peer discovery. The project is maintained by an automated system that regularly checks tracker availability, removes duplicates, and ranks them based on reliability and latency. It offers multiple formats of tracker lists, including HTTP, HTTPS, WebSocket, and IP-based versions, making it compatible with a wide range of BitTorrent clients. The lists can be integrated into torrent files or magnet links to enhance connectivity and download speeds. Additionally, the project includes specialized lists for alternative networks such as I2P and Yggdrasil, expanding its usability in privacy-focused environments. By maintaining clean, validated, and optimized tracker collections, trackerslist acts as a foundational resource for improving BitTorrent efficiency. -
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Transmission
Fast, Easy and Free BitTorrent Client For macOS, Windows and Linux
Transmission is a fast, easy, and free BitTorrent client available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. It is designed to be lightweight while still delivering powerful features that work right out of the box with minimal configuration. Transmission integrates seamlessly with each operating system, offering a truly native experience rather than a generic cross-platform interface. The client is known for its low memory and resource usage, making it ideal for desktops, laptops, and home NAS or media servers. As an open-source, volunteer-driven project, Transmission prioritizes user privacy and avoids ads, trackers, and bundled software. With a clean interface and a strong focus on performance and usability, Transmission remains a trusted choice for efficient torrenting. -
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BitComet
Free and powerful BitTorret client
BitComet is a free and powerful BitTorrent client that allows users to download and share large files over the peer-to-peer (P2P) network. Known for its efficiency and ease of use, BitComet supports not only torrent files but also HTTP and FTP downloads, offering versatility for different download needs. Its intelligent file-sharing algorithms optimize bandwidth usage and improve download speeds, making it a popular choice for downloading large files like videos, software, and games. Additionally, BitComet includes features such as long-term seeding to improve download availability, previewing media files while downloading, and a built-in download scheduler. With its lightweight design and extensive functionality, BitComet is a reliable tool for both novice and experienced users looking to manage their downloads effectively. -
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PikaTorrent
Just pick a Torrent, stream and download on all your devices
PikaTorrent is a modern, cross-platform BitTorrent client designed for ease of use across desktop and mobile devices. Developed using Flutter, it offers a unified experience on Windows, Linux, Android, and plans for macOS and iOS. PikaTorrent emphasizes user-friendliness, allowing users to stream and download torrents seamlessly, with features like remote management and dark mode support enhancing the overall experience. -
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Torrent Search is a cross-platform application, allowing to search for torrent files on different websites. Supported websites are integrated through plugins, which allows to easily extend the number of websites supported.
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Torrra
A Python tool that lets you search and download torrents
Torrra is an open-source BitTorrent client and library focused on simplicity, performance, and extensibility for developers and self-hosted enthusiasts. It provides a command-line interface (CLI) and API that make it easy to add torrenting functionality to applications or automate downloads within scripts and workflows. The core of Torrra is built with modern asynchronous I/O and efficient resource handling, allowing it to manage multiple active torrents, peer connections, and swarm interactions without wasting CPU or memory. Users can add, pause, prioritize, and remove torrents dynamically, while the client intelligently manages piece selection, peer discovery, and bandwidth allocation to optimize download throughput. Torrra also includes hooks for event monitoring and status reporting, enabling third-party tools to visualize torrent progress or integrate with home automation dashboards. -
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peerflix
Streaming torrent client for node.js
peerflix is a Node.js-based streaming torrent client that lets you stream video or audio files directly from a torrent (magnet link or .torrent file), without needing to wait for the entire download to finish. It spins up a small HTTP server that serves the torrent’s content as it’s downloaded; for example, if you point a media player (like VLC or MPV) to the provided URL, it will start playing almost immediately. Peerflix automatically selects the largest file in a multi-file torrent by default (or can list all files for manual selection), and supports passing arbitrary flags to the media player — letting you stream with subtitles, full-screen mode, or other player-specific options. Because it's built on the torrent peer network, it downloads pieces on demand as playback proceeds, which can be more efficient if you only want to watch a single file. Peerflix also exposes programmatic API usage using underlying low-level torrent-streaming logic. -
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Enhanced CTorrent is a BitTorrent client for unix-like environments. High performance with minimal system resources and dependencies is a priority.
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BitTorrent DHT
Simple, robust, BitTorrent DHT implementation
bittorrent-dht is a Node.js implementation of the BitTorrent Mainline Distributed Hash Table (DHT) protocol, enabling decentralized peer discovery for BitTorrent clients. This module allows users to announce and lookup peers for specific torrents without the need for trackers. It’s lightweight, fast, and well-suited for building custom torrent clients, browser-based peers, or decentralized apps. This project powers part of WebTorrent and is maintained with performance and minimalism in mind. -
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BitTorrent Tracker
Simple, robust, BitTorrent tracker (client & server) implementation
A self-hosted, open-source BitTorrent tracker written in Node.js, allowing users to run their own torrent tracking server. -
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UNIT3D
UNIT3D is a private torrent tracker built with Laravel, Livewire
UNIT3D is a modern, open-source torrent tracker and private community platform built on Laravel. It includes features for user management, torrent uploading, peer tracking, and community interaction. UNIT3D is customizable and packed with functionality aimed at private tracker operators, offering a responsive design and a powerful admin panel.
