qBittorrent is a configurable and feature-rich file sharing client modeled as an open alternative to µTorrent. The program includes a web interface, RSS, scheduler, IP Filtering (eMule and PeerGuardian compatible), IPv6 compliance, support for all extensions (DHT, Peer Exchange, crypto, Magnet/BitComet etc.), and more. Uniquely, it includes a program lock to password-protect the interface.
The program includes torrent creation and even tracker capabilities for serving content. Note that the torrent search feature (if enabled) is not portable.
Clients are also available for other platforms (Mac, Linux, FreeBSD, OS/2) and in ~25 world languages. Alternatively, a PortableApps version is also available.
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Runs on: | Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | GNU GPLv2 |
How to extract: |
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Similar/alternative apps: | µTorrent, Free Download Manager |
What's new? | See: https://www.qbittorrent.org/news.php |
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appsuser
on 2019-05-06 20:41
@thepiney: Same here. I've used magnet links no problem. The only time I've had errors is when the program loses access to the downloaded torrent files while it's still trying to share them (if you deleted or moved the downloaded files without deleting the torrent file). I moved from uTorrent because they started adding advertising, but there are settings tweaks to remove it.
JudyGarland
on 2019-12-05 06:31
Qbittorrent does not support Windows XP and Vista anymore from v.4.2.0, though 'portableapps' seems not aware of that.
liamZ
on 2019-12-19 05:46
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Hi, from the changelog of qbittorrent 4.2.1: (not the portableapps.com version) |
BitComet is a manager for web, FTP and BitTorrent downloads supporting simultaneous connections, file queue, selected torrent package contents, fast-resume, chatting, disk cache, speed limits, port mapping, proxy, IP filter etc.
The download includes both 32 and 64-bit versions.
Note: Many years ago, BitComet attracted a lot of critics due to its non-compliance with several standards. While still developed in China, most issues have since been resolved.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder. |
Stealth: ? | No. Writes a few window-related settings to the registry. |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Requires manual entry of relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Free for personal use |
How to extract: |
Download the "non-installation version" ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch BitComet.exe or BitComet_x64.exe. Optionally, delete unnecessary language files. |
Similar/alternative apps: | Free Download Manager, qBitTorrent |
What's new? | See: https://bitcomet.com/en/changelog |
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juverax
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Inside the zip: |
Tixati is an easy-to-use file sharing program utilizing the distributed, peer-to-peer BitTorrent protocol. The program includes a clean, simple interface with the notable ability to prioritize files within a downloading torrent so you can get the first song or video downloaded and previewed quickly. Also supports customized download folders by file type, bandwidth throttling, transfer visualizations, encryption, prioritization, RSS support, IP filtering, DHT and magnet links.
A 64-bit version is available (within the folder).
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | Freeware |
How to extract: | Download the "Portable Edition" ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Delete tixati_Linux32bit and tixati_Linux64bit. Launch tixati_Windows32bit.exe or tixati_Windows64bit.exe (for 64-bit OS). |
Similar/alternative apps: | BitComet, qBittorent, uTorrent, Halite |
What's new? | See: https://www.tixati.com/news/ |
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__philippe
on 2017-02-24 21:12
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__philippe
on 2017-02-24 23:33
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Tixati 2.76 released. |
Transmission is a simple and easy-to-use BitTorrent client supporting bandwidth controls, a web interface, peer exchange, magnet support and the ability to watch directories. Advanced tools include blocklist support, required encryption, webseed support, tracker editing. Includes DHT, µTP, UPnP and NAT-PMP port forwarding.
Transmission Portable is PortableApps.com version of the program.
Functional in 64-bit.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
License: | GNU GPL |
How to extract: | Download the self-extracting EXE to a folder of your choice. Launch TransmissionPortable.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | qBitTorrent Portable, Tixati, uTorrent, Halite |
What's new? | See: https://github.com/transmission/transmission/releases |
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Midas
on 2016-01-01 16:32
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Please check the forum topic (from http://www.portablefreeware.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=75793#p75793) for v2.84.4 re-release notice, 2 later 'unofficial' versions and info about the 64-bit release... |
µTorrent (or uTorrent) is a lightweight BitTorrent client that supports multiple simultaneous downloads, file level priorities, configurable bandwidth scheduler and speed limiters, even the ability to only run while user activity is detected. Also includes boss key, built-in search function and RSS capability for subscribed downloads.
Note that this software was changed to adware after being added to the Portable Freeware database.
Alternatively, µTorrent Portable is also available, which automatically adjusts paths.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Wine |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Requires manual entry of relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Adware |
How to extract: |
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Similar/alternative apps: | qBittorrent, Halite |
What's new? |
See: http://www.should.keepfree.de/utorrent_alltime_changelogs.txt |
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ashghost
on 2017-12-24 23:19
@robzuc: see 'What is "portable"' on the "about" page: https://www.portablefreeware.com/about.php Not leaving stuff behind is not "stealth" in the parlance here, and uTorrent works fine when moving from machine to machine and saves your settings.
Peter202
on 2019-05-17 14:49
After i extracted uTorrent.exe 3.5.5 with 7-zip in the extracted folder there are couple of .dll files. Are they needed? Can i delete them?
billon
on 2019-05-17 20:35
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@Peter202: |
eMule is a client for the eDonkey P2P network. It uses several networks (ED2K, Source Exchange, Kad) to create one reliable network, and features auto priorities and source management so that you can start many downloads without having to monitor them.
NOTE: This program has not been updated in many years and may be subject to security vulnerabilities.
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Runs on: | Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No. It writes some file association entries to the registry. |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Requires manual entry of relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | GPL |
How to extract: | Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch emule.exe. |
What's new? | https://github.com/irwir/eMule/releases/ |
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No ED2K
on 2008-02-12 17:52
I am back for more important informations.
No ED2K
on 2008-03-04 19:49
Dear P2P kids,
pierat
on 2009-03-06 08:50
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you can always download safely if you're in a country that has no piracy laws.but it takes the fun out of it knowing that what you're doing is legal |
Deluge is a lightweight BitTorrent client designed to be unobtrusive, leaving much of its functionality to available plugins (such as RSS and scheduler). The program includes encryption, DHT, Local Peer Discovery, µTorrent Peer Exchange, UPnP and NAT-PMP, proxy support, web seed, private torrents, speed limits, bandwidth scheduler, and more. The interface can be password-protected.
Cross-platform with clients available for Linux, OS X and Unix. The program allows multiple user-interfaces including GTK+, Web, and console, with available password protection. Utilizes a libtorrent back-end.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No. Temporary files are saved to %APPDATA%. For more details, read here and here. |
License: | GPL |
How to extract: |
Optionally, delete the $PLUGINSDIR folder. |
Similar/alternative apps: | qBitTorrent |
What's new? |
See: https://deluge.readthedocs.io/en/latest/changelog.html |
RetroShare is a feature-rich communications platform for small groups of users with a focus on privacy. The program includes an exclusive and secure toolset for instant messaging, chat rooms, forums, direct messages (e-mail), file server, VoIP, channels for distributing content and link exchange. It functions as an open, distributed alternative to many commercial groupware programs.
Additional features include RSS feed reader, status messages (away/busy), different modes for low traffic, transfer and disk space limits, plugins, skins and much more. Cross-platform (Mac, Linux, BSD).
Great for small businesses, groups, and a safer alternative to most file sharing methods. Networks can be small or large, but communications between users are limited by default to friends and friends-of-friends, with more specific controls available.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | GNU GPLv2 |
How to extract: | Download the "Portable" 7z package and extract (using a program like PeaExtractor) to a folder of your choice. Launch RetroShare.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | qTox, Brosix |
What's new? |
See: https://retroshareteam.wordpress.com/2021/03/15/release-notes-for-v0-6-6/ |
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ozziguy
on 2017-03-14 10:16
v0.6.2 QT5 does not run on xp because QT5 does not support xp anymore
webfork
on 2017-03-17 23:00
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@ozziguy: Looks like they're still offering the portable 7zip version, and it's 20% smaller. I'll go ahead and list both. Thanks for the note. |
Halite is a fast and lightweight BitTorrent client supporting global/per-torrent connection/transfer rate limits, trackerless torrents, magnet links, IP filtering, minimize to tray with transfer rate summary, etc.
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Runs on: | Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder (bittorrent.xml and .\config) |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Requires manual entry of relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Boost Software License 1.0 (OSI approved) |
How to extract: |
Download the x86 (or x64 for 64-bit systems) 7z package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch Halite.exe. Optionally, delete language DLL files. |
Similar/alternative apps: | uTorrent, qBittorrent |
What's new? |
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gonza
on 2015-12-20 23:41
Well, I still have that problem. The GUI doesn't load on my PC: Windows 8.1 x64
gonza
on 2015-12-20 23:44
Quick correction: I was using the x86 version, because I want compatibility. It seems like the 86-bit version is not updated. Halite.exe still is v0.4.3
smaragdus
on 2015-12-23 09:50
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@gonza |
File Transfer lets you connect computers for the fast and secure transfer of any file or folder. It uses direct P2P connection, that ensures the fastest possible transfer speed between two computers. Extended with a NAT traversal protocol (IPv6 Teredo), it is able to directly connect even behind NATs and firewalls.
Note: One of the computers must have a public IP address.
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Runs on: | Win95 / Win98 / WinNT / Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | No |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | GPL |
How to extract: | Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch FileTransfer.exe. |
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Michael
on 2011-02-04 13:37
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thank you so much, this is exactly what I've been looking for! |
G3 Torrent is a feature-rich BitTorrent client written in Python. It includes a slick interface, friends list, and RSS reader.
Note: The program has not been updated since 2005.
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Runs on: | Win95 / Win98 / WinME / WinNT / Win2K / WinXP |
Writes settings to: | Application Folder |
License: | MIT |
How to extract: | Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch g3torrent.exe. |
What's new? | http://g3torrent.sourceforge.net/CHANGELOG.TXT |
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spchtr
on 2007-12-01 06:26
One feature I'd really like to see in this one is a blocklist of somekind...
Zays
on 2009-08-08 23:42
This software is not portable: all paths are absolute and have to be normalized. Moreover the resume is not supported moving the program. Maybe is better to signal the portable version of winpenpack developers (it works) http://www.winpenpack.com/main/download.php?view.1253
Wolfghost
on 2010-01-30 12:00
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Here is the portable version: |