A Torrent Client for Google Chrome, runs everywhere in pure JavaScript
JSTorrent - A BitTorrent client for Google Chrome
JSTorrent is a Chrome extension that functions as a BitTorrent client. It can handle large files (multi-gigabyte files) effortlessly. This extension can download torrents straight to your Downloads folder and is capable of running smoothly on lower-end ARM Chromebooks. It continually updates to improve user experience including features like support for magnet protocol, improved speeds, UI fixes, and more.
Extension stats
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
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Manifest version: 2
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Size: 693.25K
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# 3,353
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Extension summary
The new and improved JSTorrent is a BitTorrent client for Chrome that downloads torrent files with ease. It can download torrents directly to your Downloads folder and can handle large files (multi-gigabyte files) with ease. It also runs fine on lower end ARM Chromebooks.
Update: Apr 23, 2016 - 2.4.3
- Add option for number of active torrents (queue functionality)
- Fix bug with downloading too much data when disk is slow
- Fix bug with changelog always showing sometimes.
Update: Apr 13, 2016 - 2.4.1
- Added the Stream page (play before download completes)
- Magnet link support (look in options)
- Improved speeds
- Refreshed user interface
- Many bugfixes. For a full list see http://jstorrent.com/#news
Update: Jan 19, 2015 - 2.3.10
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Pros
- Works well on Chromebooks
- Easy to use
- Allows downloading to external drives like SD cards and USB
- Free and functional
- Active support for Chromebooks
Cons
- Occasional crashes or shutdowns
- Some users report it no longer works
- Slow download speeds
- Issues with magnet links not functioning
- Unreliable in certain cases with older devices
Most mentioned
- Functionality on Chromebook
- Issues with it not working anymore
- Ability to download to external drives
- User-friendly interface
- Need for magnet link support
User reviews
Exactly what I needed!!!!
Super application...je recommande ;)
El cliente .torrent definitivo para Chromebooks.
Feliz!
Extension safety
Risk impact
JSTorrent requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
JSTorrent has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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