BiglyBT
BiglyBT is a feature-rich, open-source, and ad-free BitTorrent client created by the original developers of Azureus and Vuze. It offers deep protocol-level settings, bandwidth management, I2P network integration, and an extensible plugin system. The application focuses on total control over file transfers across desktop and mobile environments.
github.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (winget)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 4.1
- Release date
- May 20, 2026
- License
- GPLv2
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id BiglySoftware.BiglyBT -eSHA256 (file verification)
ab7e58c8cf3a94ed03e7a4c186b17ffbf6552db4909a7579796f4e3c4c23bfc9github.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (Homebrew)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 4.1.0.0
- License
- GPLv2
- Installer type
- dmg
How do I use this?
This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.
brew install --cask biglybtSHA256 (file verification)
2e20642b6fda147ee7fd3e523235359355a07e753e5c7961e27d005a72753b0dflathub.org · Official website
- ✓ Community package (Flathub)
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- Version
- v4.1.0.0
- Release date
- May 20, 2026
- License
- GPLv2
- Installer type
- flatpak
How do I use this?
Open a terminal, paste the command and press Enter. Flatpak and Flathub must be set up; Linux Mint has them by default, for other distributions see flathub.org/setup.
flatpak install flathub com.biglybt.BiglyBTf-droid.org · Official website
- ✓ Official source (F-Droid)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 1.3.4.3
- Release date
- Oct. 4, 2023
- License
- GPLv2
- Installer type
- apk
SHA256 (file verification)
527cee469d0730bd37e65b7fccabbb619ef736a2ee0b0378497ca56ffdb03090Platform pages: Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
Old versions (10)
BiglyBT 4.1: what's new?
Highlights
- Open source and completely free of third-party advertisements
- Integrated support for decentralized routing including I2P networks
- Extensive bandwidth scheduling, queuing, and tagging capabilities
- Modular plugin architecture for expanded networking features
Who is it for?
Power users, network administrators, and digital archivists who require granular bandwidth control and protocol-level configuration for file transfers.
Good to know before installing
- Java runtime architecture results in higher memory usage compared to lightweight C++ clients.
- The expansive interface and sheer number of settings present a steep learning curve for casual users.
Screenshots
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download link to download the installer, or run 'winget install --id BiglySoftware.BiglyBT -e' in a terminal.
- Open the downloaded installer and complete the setup steps.
- Start BiglyBT from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut.
macOS
- Use the official download button on our page or execute 'brew install --cask biglybt' in terminal.
- Mount the disk image and drag BiglyBT to the Applications folder.
- Launch the application and follow the initial configuration assistant.
Linux
- Click the official download button to open the Flathub page.
- Alternatively, run 'flatpak install flathub com.biglybt.BiglyBT' in your terminal.
- Launch BiglyBT from your application menu once the installation completes.
Android
- Click the official download button on our site to navigate to the app store listing.
- Tap install and wait for the application to finish downloading.
- Open BiglyBT to begin downloading or to configure the remote pairing feature.
Alternatives
- qBittorrent
- Transmission
- Deluge
Frequently asked questions
Is BiglyBT completely free to use?
Yes, BiglyBT is released under the GNU General Public License (GPLv2) and has no paid features or advertisements.
How is BiglyBT related to Vuze and Azureus?
It was forked from the original Azureus/Vuze project by longtime developers to remove third-party advertising and keep it strictly open-source.
Does BiglyBT support anonymous downloading?
It includes integrated routing support for privacy networks such as I2P.