BitTorrent is a peer-to-peer file-sharing application from Rainberry Inc., formerly BitTorrent Inc., sharing much of its codebase and feature set with the better-known uTorrent client under the same corporate family. It lets users download and share files using the BitTorrent protocol, with support for magnet links, torrent queue management and bandwidth scheduling. The free version is ad-supported; BitTorrent Pro removes ads and adds extras like built-in antivirus scanning for downloaded files and a media converter.
BitTorrent vs. qBittorrent
qBittorrent is a fully open-source alternative that has gained popularity partly because it ships with no ads and no bundled offers. BitTorrent, by contrast, is closed-source and ad-supported on its free tier, with a paid Pro version to remove ads, but it offers the same core protocol support and a longer commercial track record, since it comes from the company most closely tied to the BitTorrent protocol's origins.
BitTorrent Features
- Torrent Downloading — downloads files shared via .torrent files or magnet links
- Bandwidth Scheduler — limits upload/download speeds during specific hours
- Queue Management — prioritizes and organizes multiple simultaneous downloads
- RSS Auto-Downloading — automatically fetches new torrents matching an RSS feed
- Remote Management — control active torrents from a browser or mobile device
- Built-In Search — searches for torrents from within the client
- BitTorrent Pro Extras — ad-free interface plus antivirus scanning and file conversion on the paid tier
How to Install BitTorrent on Windows
- Download the installer from the official link on this page or bittorrent.com.
- Run the setup file and watch for any optional bundled offers during install so you can decline them.
- Finish the installation wizard and launch BitTorrent.
- Open a .torrent file or paste a magnet link to start your first download.
- Set your bandwidth and download folder preferences in Settings before downloading large files.
Is BitTorrent really free?
Freemium. The core torrent client is free to use and supported by ads. BitTorrent Pro is a paid upgrade that removes ads and adds features like built-in antivirus scanning and a media converter.
How to download BitTorrent safely
Use the request button on this page and we will email you the current link for www.bittorrent.com — the publisher's own website — so you receive the authentic build. We do not host, mirror, patch or repackage this software in any way.
Avoid third-party "download manager" sites offering BitTorrent. They commonly wrap the genuine installer in their own bundler, which is how adware and browser hijackers get onto a machine that the user believed was clean.
Alternatives to BitTorrent
Other free internet software worth comparing before you decide:
qBittorrent
Open-source, ad-free torrent client.
uTorrent
Lightweight, widely used torrent client from the same maker as BitTorrent.
Transmission
Simple, open-source torrent client popular on macOS and Linux.
Frequently asked questions
Is BitTorrent free to use?
Yes, the standard client is free with an ad-supported interface; BitTorrent Pro is a paid tier that removes ads and adds extras.
Is downloading torrents with BitTorrent legal?
The BitTorrent protocol itself is legal and widely used for legitimate file distribution, but downloading copyrighted material without permission is not, regardless of which client you use.
What's the difference between BitTorrent and uTorrent?
Both are made by the same company, Rainberry, and share a very similar codebase and feature set; they're essentially sibling products with different branding.
Does BitTorrent support magnet links?
Yes, you can open .torrent files or paste magnet links directly into the client.
Is BitTorrent available on Mac and Android?
Yes, BitTorrent has apps for Windows, macOS and Android.
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