Tech riderRev. 20 Sept 2026
- 1Runs onLinux, Mac
- 2CostsNot stated by the maker
- 3Supported platformsLinux, macOS
- 4Magnet linksYes
- 5Selective downloadYes
- 6Remote controlYes
- 7DHT supportYes
- 8VPN bindingYes
7 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: rtorrent.net
Overview
rTorrent is ranked #23 of 33 in peer-to-peer file sharing software on Specifiction. It runs on Linux, macOS.
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- Supported platforms
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- Magnet links
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- Selective download
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- Remote control
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- DHT support
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- VPN binding
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