A fast and feature-packed torrent client.
uTorrent is the result of trying to keep this tiny Bit Torrent client small while adding several new features and working on the product under the hood. The team calls the new features "insanely powerful", we can't help but agree.
uTorrent is the brainchild of the team over at BitTorrent, Inc and has become one of the most (if not the most) downloaded Bit Torrent client on the web of all time. uTorrent can thank its success over the last couple of years because of the lightweight aspect of the program that just makes it work really well without crashing or causing slowdowns.
Slowdowns? No way. uTorrent is also one of the fastest clients when it comes to download speed. Like any other good torrent client, uTorrent also does well with uploading speeds and overall does a great job of traffic management. Users of the client are also able to use prioritizing and put any files they want to the front of the line.
The client also recently underwent a major overhaul and the new version sports a new and minimalist look. We thought the older versions we minimal, but the upgrade provides access to several new features such as social networking (sharing comments and ratings), feature hiding (making it even more minimalist in appearance), a portability mode and some improvements on stability.
Though the client has always been tiny and lightweight, they have even managed to bring in some improvements to the client with regards to speed and web seeding adding to the already impressive reliability of the client.
Features of uTorrent
- Accessibility: Available in multiple languages.
- Bandwidth allocation: Manage download and upload speed limits.
- Configurability: Extensive options for advanced users.
- Download speed: Fast download capabilities.
- Encryption: Supports peer exchange and protocol encryption.
- File conversion: Converts downloads for various devices.
- Interface: Clean, intuitive user interface.
- Lightweight: Minimal impact on system resources.
- Magnet links: Easy handling of magnet link downloads.
- Portability: Can run from a USB drive.
- RSS feed: Automatic feed updates for torrent downloads.
- Remote control: Access and manage remotely via the web.
- Scheduler: Customizable scheduling of downloads and uploads.
- Seeding options: Controls for seeding and tracking.
- Streaming: Preview files while downloading.
Compatibility and License
Is uTorrent free?
uTorrent is a freeware, but ad-supported application available on Windows from P2P filesharing software. You may encounter different types of ads or offers when running and installing this program. Though ads might be present, download and installation of this PC software is free and 3.6.0.470116 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can uTorrent run on?
uTorrent can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
Other operating systems: The latest uTorrent version from 2024 is also available for Android and Mac. These are often available from the app store.
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