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BitTorrent (BT) remote control for iPhone, iPad, and Mac

BitRemote is a remote for the download tools you already run, including BitTorrent clients like Transmission and qBittorrent. Add magnet links and torrent files, check progress, and manage the queue from anywhere.

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Works with the tools you already run

BitRemote connects to download servers you already run. It doesn't download or search for content itself. Besides Transmission and qBittorrent, it controls aria2, Synology Download Station, and QNAP Download Station, which also accept magnet links and torrent files.

Supported BitTorrent clients

What you can do

  • Add torrents from magnet links or .torrent files, or open a .torrent file in BitRemote from another app.
  • Monitor transfer activity and queue status from iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
  • Pause, resume, and remove torrents on your own client.
  • On Transmission and qBittorrent, open a torrent to see its peers, trackers, files, and share ratio.
  • Follow a monitored torrent on the Lock Screen, in the Dynamic Island, or in the Mac menu bar, and get a notification when it completes.
  • Keep an eye on a home server or NAS while you're away.

FAQ

Does BitRemote download or search for torrents?
No. BitRemote is a remote control for BitTorrent clients you already run, such as Transmission and qBittorrent on your own server or NAS. It manages tasks on those clients and does not download or search for content itself.
Can I control my BitTorrent client when I am away from home?
Yes, as long as your server is reachable. BitRemote connects to the address you give it, so it works on your home network out of the box. To reach it from elsewhere, use the remote access you already have, such as a VPN, Tailscale, a reverse proxy, or port forwarding with dynamic DNS.
Does BitRemote work over HTTPS or with a self-signed certificate?
Yes. You can connect over HTTPS, and there is an option to allow self-signed or otherwise untrusted certificates for servers that use them.
Can I add a magnet link or torrent file from my iPhone?
Yes. Paste a magnet link or pick a .torrent file in the app. You can also share a .torrent into BitRemote from Safari or the Files app.
Does BitRemote have notifications or home screen widgets?
Yes. When you monitor a task, you can follow its progress on the Lock Screen, in the Dynamic Island, or in the Mac menu bar, and get a notification when it completes or fails. The Client Dashboard widget shows task counts, free space, and share ratio for the downloaders you choose.