aria2
Control aria2 remotely from iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
BitRemote gives you a focused way to monitor aria2 activity, review queues, and manage remote download tasks without going back to your server dashboard.
Why use BitRemote with aria2
If you already run aria2 on a NAS, VPS, seedbox, or home server, BitRemote gives you a native interface on iPhone, iPad, and Mac for checking progress and controlling download tasks while you are away from your main machine.
What you can do
- Review active, waiting, stopped, and completed aria2 tasks.
- Pause, resume, remove, and add download tasks remotely.
- Check transfer activity and queue status from iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
How BitRemote helps with your workflow
- Monitor remote download jobs while away from your desk.
- Manage self-hosted aria2 setups on a NAS or home server.
- Keep track of large download queues from a simpler mobile UI.
FAQ
How do I connect BitRemote to aria2?+-
Run aria2 with its RPC interface enabled, then enter the RPC address and your secret token in BitRemote.
Can I access aria2 remotely when I am away from home?+-
Yes, if your server is reachable. BitRemote connects to the address you provide, so it works on your home network out of the box. To reach aria2 from outside, use your own remote access, 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, with an option to allow self-signed or otherwise untrusted certificates.
What can I add to aria2 from my iPhone?+-
Paste a magnet link or a direct download link, or pick a .torrent file. You can also share a .torrent into BitRemote from Safari or the Files app.
Does BitRemote have notifications or home screen widgets?+-
Not in the current version. Download notifications, home screen widgets, and Live Activities are in development for the upcoming v2.0 update.