TorrentDeck is a desktop app designed to help you manage torrent downloads easily. It works with popular programs like qBittorrent and Transmission. With TorrentDeck, you can watch, control, and organize your torrents in one place. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, so you can use it on most computers.
This app makes torrent management less technical and more straightforward. You don’t need to open multiple programs or dig through menus. TorrentDeck puts all your torrent details right at your fingertips.
If you use qBittorrent or Transmission but find managing multiple downloads confusing, TorrentDeck can help. It suits people who:
- Want a cleaner, simpler way to control their torrents.
- Use Windows, macOS, or Linux operating systems.
- Prefer a desktop app rather than browser-based tools.
- Need to check torrent status on the go.
- Use torrents for downloading files regularly.
Even if you don’t know much about torrent clients or technical setup, this app keeps things easy to understand.
Before installing TorrentDeck, make sure your computer meets these basic requirements:
- Operating system: Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.14 or later, Ubuntu 18.04 or later (or similar Linux distributions)
- RAM: At least 4 GB
- Processor: 2 GHz dual-core or better
- Disk space: Minimum 100 MB free space for the app
- Network: Active internet connection for managing torrent downloads
To use TorrentDeck, follow these steps:
- Make sure you have qBittorrent or Transmission installed on your computer.
- Download TorrentDeck from the official release page.
- Run the installer and follow the instructions.
- Open TorrentDeck and connect it to your torrent client.
- Start managing your torrents easily from one window.
You can visit the official release page to download the latest version of TorrentDeck here:
- Click the link above to go to the TorrentDeck releases page on GitHub.
- Find the version that matches your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
- Click the file name to download it. For Windows, it may be
.exe; for macOS,.dmg; for Linux,.AppImageor.deb. - Once downloaded, locate the file on your computer and double-click it.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- If your operating system asks for permission to install the app, allow it.
- If you see a warning about unknown software, check the file source—this app is safe and open-source.
- You may need to restart your computer after installing.
Once installed, you must connect TorrentDeck to your torrent client. Here's how:
- Open qBittorrent.
- Go to Settings > Web UI.
- Enable the Web User Interface.
- Note the IP address, port number, username, and password.
- Open TorrentDeck.
- In the connection settings, enter the details from qBittorrent.
- Save and test the connection.
- Open Transmission.
- Go to Preferences > Remote.
- Enable “Allow remote access.”
- Note the IP address, port number, and username/password if you use them.
- Open TorrentDeck and enter these details in the connection settings.
- Save and test the connection.
TorrentDeck offers these main features:
- Torrent List View: See all your current downloads and uploads in one place.
- Status Monitoring: Know if torrents are paused, downloading, seeding, or stopped.
- Control Options: Pause, start, or remove torrents with a click.
- Tracker Info: View details about torrent trackers to check their status.
- Search and Filter: Find specific torrents quickly.
- Multi-Client Support: Works with both qBittorrent and Transmission.
- Cross-Platform: Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Simple Interface: Designed for easy use without technical knowledge.
You can customize TorrentDeck to fit your needs:
- Change the refresh rate to update torrent status more or less often.
- Pick notification preferences to get alerts when downloads finish.
- Choose a light or dark theme.
- Set limits on bandwidth or number of active torrents.
- Save connection profiles for multiple torrent clients.
Explore all the options from the Settings menu in the app.
If TorrentDeck is not working as expected, try these solutions:
- Connection issues: Verify that qBittorrent or Transmission is running and configured for remote control. Double-check IP, port, and login details.
- App does not open: Restart your computer and try again.
- Download stalls: Check your internet connection and the torrent health.
- Permissions error: Make sure you have adequate rights to run the app on your system.
- Updates: Visit the releases page to check if you have the latest version installed.
If problems persist, open an issue on the TorrentDeck GitHub page or search existing issues.
TorrentDeck only connects to your torrent clients locally or over your trusted network. It does not send your data outside your system or cloud. Always keep your torrent client and TorrentDeck updated to their latest versions to maintain security.
TorrentDeck is open-source and welcomes contributions. If you want to suggest a feature or report bugs, use the Issues tab on the GitHub repository. Developers and non-developers are welcome to help with testing, translations, or documentation.
For help, visit the GitHub repository or open issues:
You can also find community discussions on forums related to qBittorrent and Transmission.
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