JSTorrent

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.
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Extension stats

Users: 60,000+
Version: 2.4.3 (Last updated: 2021-02-05)
Creation date: 2016-10-13
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • {"fileSystem":["write","directory","retainEntries"]}
  • contextMenus
  • alarms
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • system.storage
  • system.cpu
  • system.memory
  • system.network
  • idle
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Size: 693.25K
URLs: Website

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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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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
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!!!!
by justin strenth, 2025-01-22

Super application...je recommande ;)
by Gaétan Ennis, 2024-11-07

El cliente .torrent definitivo para Chromebooks. Feliz!
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Extension safety

Risk impact

JSTorrent requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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