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KTorrent

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What KTorrent is

KTorrent is a free KDE application for downloading files with the BitTorrent protocol on Linux. It can run several torrents at once, with a queue and global or per-torrent speed limits. For multi-file torrents, users can prioritize items and choose which files to download. Certain audio and video file types can be previewed, and partially or fully downloaded files can be imported. Network options include protocol encryption, DHT, trackerless torrent creation, UPnP port forwarding, webseeds and proxy connections. KTorrent supports UDP and private trackers, tracker authentication, µTorrent peer exchange, and controls for kicking or banning peers. Magnet links are supported, and additional plugins can extend the built-in functions. The KDE application page identifies its license as GPL-2.0+. Linux installation options include AppStream stores, distribution package managers and Flathub. Help links point to the KTorrent Handbook and KDE Community Forum, with a separate bug-report link. The product page does not state product-specific data collection details.

Who it suits

KTorrent suits Linux users who want a free BitTorrent client with torrent queueing, selective file downloads and network controls. It may also suit users who want plugins or KDE's linked help resources.

What it does well

Runs multiple torrents simultaneously.
Offers global and per-torrent speed limits.
Supports selective downloads and file priorities.
Includes DHT, magnet links and proxy connections.
Available under the GPL-2.0+ license.

What to know first

Listed platform is Linux only.
No free trial is listed.

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
KTorrent	No price or usage limits stated; torrents run simultaneously; global and per-torrent speed limits	Free

As apps.kde.org lists them, read 9 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Verdict

KTorrent offers detailed torrent, file-selection and network controls at no cost on Linux. Its listed platform is limited to Linux, and the product page does not provide specific data-collection details.

Facts from KTorrent's own pages

Concurrent torrents: The client can run multiple torrents at the same time. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
File selection: For multi-file torrents, users can prioritize files and download selected files selectively. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
License: The KDE application page identifies KTorrent's license as GPL-2.0+. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Network features: It supports protocol encryption, DHT, trackerless torrent creation, UPnP port forwarding, webseeds, and proxy connections. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Peer and tracker support: It supports UDP trackers, private trackers and torrents, µTorrent peer exchange, tracker authentication, and peer kick or ban controls. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Platform and installation: KDE lists Linux as the install platform and points users to AppStream stores, distribution package managers, and Flathub. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Plugins: KTorrent has additional plugins beyond its built-in functionality. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Preview and import: KTorrent includes audio and video previews for certain file types and can import partially or fully downloaded files. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Privacy information: KDE's applications privacy policy describes information handling for KDE software and related services; the KTorrent page does not state product-specific data collection details. · kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Purpose: KTorrent is a KDE BitTorrent application for downloading files using the BitTorrent protocol. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Queue and speed controls: Features include torrent queuing and global or per-torrent speed limits. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026
Support: The KDE page links to the KTorrent Handbook and KDE Community Forum for help and provides a bug-report link. · apps.kde.org, 9 Oct 2026

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