JSTorrent Helper extension
Used alongside the JSTorrent BitTorrent Chrome app, adds extra functionality
What is JSTorrent Helper extension?
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Summary
This is a browser extension that interacts with the JSTorrent BitTorrent Chrome app.
Formerly known as "JSTorrent Contextmenu extension", it adds a context menu "Add to JSTorrent" that allows you to right click on any .torrent links or magnet: links you find on the Web and have them load up in JSTorrent.
Update: Feb 22
- Removed unnecessary permissions
The new version makes using this extension even easier. It will detect if you have the partner application installed and give you a notification to install it or the free trial version.
So just give it a try and I guarantee you won't be disappointed!
Best used with JSTorrent (Paid, full version) https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/jstorrent/anhdpjpojoipgpmfanmedjghaligalgb
JSTorrent is a ChromeOS torrent program that is a breeze to install and can download torrents.
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Pros
- Works well according to some users
- Good for downloading torrent files on Chromebook
- Users like ability to download torrent magnet files
Cons
- The app often stays 'grey' and unresponsive
- Cannot select individual files within torrent links to download
- The right-click option does not always work
- Some users find it hard to locate and open the app
- Links for certain sites do not work
Most mentioned
- App sometimes unresponsive or 'greyed out'
- Complications with torrent links and file selection
- Enhances user experience of JSTorrent
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Safety
Risk impact
JSTorrent Helper extension is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
JSTorrent Helper extension has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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