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MLDonkey

Free#22 of 36 in Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Software

MLDonkey: A free, self-hosted daemon for multi-network peer-to-peer file sharing. Ranked #22 of 36 in Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Software by our editors (7.1/10); pricing: Free plan; best for linux or Windows multi-network daemon deployments.

7.1/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.1 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Linux or Windows multi-network daemon deployments
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports multiple peer-to-peer networks, including BitTorrent functionality
- Offers HTTP, Telnet, and remote core management interfaces
- Includes queues, priorities, DHT configuration, and an optional GTK2 interface
Where it doesn't
- Supported platforms are limited to Linux and Windows
- The graphical interface is optional and based on GTK2
- Self-hosted daemon deployment requires local or remote administration

Our verdict on MLDonkey

MLDonkey is an open-source peer-to-peer file-sharing daemon for Linux and Windows. It is designed for users who want a self-hosted backend service that can work across multiple peer-to-peer networks, including BitTorrent-related functionality. Administration can take place through its HTTP web interface, Telnet control interface, or an optional GTK2 graphical interface, with connectivity available from another machine.

There is no paid tier in the published offering. MLDonkey is distributed under the GNU General Public License and is available as free, open-source software. Its feature set centers on daemon operation rather than a hosted service: download queues and priority controls support transfer management, while BitTorrent DHT configuration adds control over that part of the system. The available interfaces also give administrators several ways to manage the core without relying on one graphical client.

The main fit is for Linux or Windows deployments that need multi-network support, remote administration, and configurable transfer handling. Its platform coverage is narrower than products that support a wider range of operating systems, and the optional GTK2 interface does not change that core deployment focus. Choose MLDonkey when an open-source daemon with web, Telnet, and remote-control interfaces matches your operating model. Choose an alternative if you need broader platform coverage or a hosted file-sharing service rather than a self-managed backend.

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MLDonkey pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

MLDonkey fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	Linux, Windows
Magnet links	Not verified
Selective download	Not verified
Web interface	Yes
Remote control	Yes
DHT support	Yes
VPN binding	Not verified
Deployment	Self-hosted, Desktop
Platforms	Linux, Windows
Support	Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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