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TorrServer

Free#11 of 36 in Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Software

TorrServer: A broad, open-source toolkit for self-hosted torrent streaming and automation. Ranked #11 of 36 in Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Software by our editors (8.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for self-hosted torrent streaming and automation.

8.3/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.3 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Self-hosted torrent streaming and automation
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free, open-source software with web, desktop, mobile, and self-hosted coverage
- HTTP streaming, caching, REST APIs, and browser-based remote control
- Integrates with Torznab, Jackett, Prowlarr, DLNA, Telegram, and MCP
Where it doesn't
- Requires a self-hosted server for its core operating model
- DLNA and GStreamer HLS features are optional components
- Its focus is torrent streaming rather than general-purpose file collaboration

Our verdict on TorrServer

TorrServer is an open-source, self-hosted torrent streaming server from YouROK. It lets users view torrent content over HTTP without first downloading complete files, using cached torrent data and a browser-based interface. The product suits users who want local or remote torrent access across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web browsers, and self-hosted deployments. Its free GPL-3.0 distribution includes magnet-link support, DHT support, remote control, and file browsing and download operations.

Its ecosystem is broader than a basic torrent player. TorrServer provides REST and Swagger API documentation, Torznab search integration, and compatibility with Jackett and Prowlarr. Users can optionally enable a DLNA server for compatible devices, manage torrents and playback through Telegram, and connect AI-agent clients through its native MCP server. Proxy configuration covers SOCKS4, SOCKS5, SOCKS5H, HTTP, and HTTPS, while optional GStreamer support adds HLS remuxing and transcoding. Docker deployment is also documented, giving technical users several ways to fit the server into an existing setup.

The trade-off is a focused, technical operating model. TorrServer is built around self-hosted torrent streaming, caching, automation, and API control, so it is better suited to users comfortable running and configuring a server than to teams seeking a conventional shared-file workspace. DLNA and GStreamer-based playback enhancements are optional rather than part of the core interface. Choose TorrServer for open-source control, remote access, search integrations, and automation; choose another category of tool if the priority is broad collaboration around ordinary business files.

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TorrServer pricing

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

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TorrServer fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Magnet links	Yes
Selective download	Not verified
Web interface	Yes
Remote control	Yes
DHT support	Yes
VPN binding	Not verified
Deployment	Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate)
Integrations	6 integrations: Jackett, Prowlarr, Torznab, DLNA, Telegram, MCP
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

TorrServer integrations

TorrServer lists 6 integrations on its own site.

Jackett
Prowlarr
Torznab
DLNA
Telegram
MCP

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