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Slowly but surely, Chromebooks and Chromeboxes are becoming anything but “glorified web browsers,” as opponents to Chrome OS like to say. More and more web apps are being developed that mimic or replicate traditional desktop functionality, and now the act of downloading torrents can be added to a growing list of tasks that Chrome OS devices are able to handle with ease.

Enter JSTorrent, a Chrome app that allows users to stream videos, find music, and download and share all kinds of other files using BitTorrent technology. The app has offline functionality, so you can view and manage your torrents even when not connected to the internet. Best of all, the developer is actively working on this app, squashing bugs and adding features all the time, including the ability to save downloads to your local drive or to Google Drive.

This is a relatively new app, so it’s still a little rough around the edges. Some users of the Samsung Chromebook on ARM who are on the stable channel also have been reporting some problems, although I’m on the dev channel and haven’t run into anything yet. However, you may want to upgrade to beta or dev, just to make sure you’ve got the latest version of Chrome in case you do encounter any difficulties.

Using the app is simple: just find the link to a torrent you want to download, open JSTorrent, and paste the link into the search bar. Alternately, you can download a torrent file directly onto your computer and open it using JSTorrent, which will then begin the regular download.

Long considered the realm of illegal pirating, torrents are becoming more legit. Developers are starting to use torrents to distribute custom Android ROMs, for example, and indie bands and artists have long used torrents to distribute their music to the masses. This should go without saying, but just to be safe, please don’t read this article as a how-to guide on pirating with Chrome OS. Instead, you should only use JSTorrent to download legal files, and if you choose to break the law, you do so at your own risk.

That being said, go ahead and download the app below. If you’ve got questions, the developer seems to be actively monitoring this thread in Google Groups, so you can always check there, too. Happy torrenting!

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One of the biggest complaints about Google’s Chromebooks in their lack of ‘regular’ software that Windows and Mac users are accustomed to. While we have long-espoused the virtues of stateless web-based computingEverything You Need To Know About Switching To A ChromebookEverything You Need To Know About Switching To A ChromebookChromebooks run a slimmed-down operating system optimized for getting on the web with just the Chrome browser and Chrome apps. Can you switch to a Chromebook?Read More, it is an unfortunate truth that if you require specialist software for your job or hobby then a Chromebook would not make an adequate primary machine.

A particular area where Chromebooks have lagged behind traditional computers is in their lack of a functional and reliable BitTorrent client. BitTorrents used to be vilified as the domain of illegal music downloads and pirated films, yet they are increasingly being used by reputable companies as an effective and efficient method of distributing software. If you’re not sure what a torrent file is, try reading MakeUseOf’s free Torrent Guide eBook.

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Has the Chrome OS finally managed to catch up to its rival operating systems to provide a high-quality BitTorrent client? MakeUseOf investigates…

JSTorrent

JSTorrent is not free, but it is the original and arguably the best BitTorrent client available in the entire Chrome Web Store.

Available for €2.29, the app can handle files up to several gigabytes in size and can comfortably run on the lower-end Chromebooks which use an ARM processor rather than an Intel one.

The app is equipped with a media player which can stream files as they are downloaded, and has the ability to download files directly into either a Chromebook’s Downloads folder or onto an attached external hard drive.

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A January 2014 update saw the introduction of a new, clearer user interface along with sortable columns and computer standby prevention. The developer has indicated they plan to continue adding new features over the coming months with the aim of making the app mirror a typical desktop client experience as closely as possible.

Using the app is simple and straightforward. Once you find the link to a torrent you want to download, just open JSTorrent and paste it into the search bar. Alternatively, you can download a torrent file directly onto your machine and open it using JSTorrent, which will then begin the download process.

If you don’t want to pay for the app you can find the latest beta version on GitHub, though you will be required to unpack an extension every time you reboot your device. It also goes without saying that a beta version may also have bugs and issues that are not present in the main stable release on the Chrome Web Store.

Bitford

If you don’t want to pay for JSTorrent and you are not comfortable using GitHub, there is no need to worry – you still have options available to you.

Bitford is slowly gaining popularity as an alternative client, though with approximately 5,000 users it still trails well behind JSTorrent which has almost 20,000 users.

Like JSTorrent, Bitford runs on JavaScript – the consequence being that there is no need for additional components to be installed before it works and there is no requirement for a locally saved native app.

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The extension is designed to allow playback of media files while they are being downloaded and also provides you with the ability to save files both locally on your Chromebook and in your online Google Drive space. One drawback is that the extension does not currently support magnet link integration.

The app has an extensive user interface, giving experienced BitTorrent users plenty of customisable settings whilst still working ‘out of the box’ for less confident users or those who have no interest in tweaking and modifying the settings.

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Any Others?

Which BitTorrent clients do you use on your Chromebook? Have you downloaded torrent files with either JSTorrent or Bitford? How was your experience? Let us know in the comments below.

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1. After trying to install and run this client multiple times with no success, I gave up. However, I found the solution - now I am using seedr.cc It is a cloud-based torrent downloader. It's also available as Chrome app. Basically, you paste your torrent url there, it downloads the file(s) for you, and then you can either play it from seedr, or download it to your device. They give you 2gb for free, which is more than enough for my music needs. They have paid versions, but I am fine without them.

   Cheers,

   VK

   • DUDE seedr.cc is amazing, thank you so much, I was trying to download a torrent on my chromebook, and I couldn't find any good clients.

2. Chromebook needs to have more torrent clients programmed for it. Come on we would like to torrent with a normal torrent client such as utorrent available on Chromebooks.

   • There is A utorrent extension

3. I want to get garrys mod

4. Why on earth did i pay for this Piece of crap app??? Or the Chromebook for that matter. AWFUL.... Just AWFUL!

5. So far, not impressed at all with JS Torrent. No matter how large or small the file, it only goes about 50-65%, then stops, even with thousands of seeders online and sharing. Even though it was a few dollars to spend if the developer does not try to resolve the issue I'll rip that money back out of their hands with a complaint to the card company. For now, I say avoid this app, save your money and try the free ones.

6. JSTorrent has no play button, contacted the company asking for a solution, received this back.

   Graehl Arts
   Aug 20 (3 days ago)
   Reply
   to me
   Hi David, due to technical reasons it's not possible to implement such a feature right now. You have to manually go to the downloads folder and open them yourself.

   Sorry :-(

   Best
   Kyle

7. Just downloaded mTorrent because the Chrome Web Store ratings for Bitford are pretty low. You might look into that one- I'm giving it a go now.

8. Bitford is very slow. We are not happy with it at all.

9. So pleased you found it useful. That's why we have the articles and the comments :)

10. Golly, these are helpful comments. I had been using [paid-for] JSTorrent for some months - happily - then lost the download-part of it in a 'powerwash' [required as a last resort in getting rid of an infuriating intrusive 'your windows has a virus' ad - not applicable of course for chromebook]. I've trawled around with google for a fix, but will now explore Bitford et al. Thank you.

11. Typo: One of the biggest complaints about Google’s Chromebooks 'in' their lack of ...
    please change 'in' to 'is'. Please correct.
    Thanks for great article! Chrome stick will be my torrentputer in near future!

    • Ouch, thanks!

12. I cant get bitlord to work properly. Also there arent any options to do anything or delete extra files attached to the torrent. I also am not sure what numbers I am supposed to put in the upload and download spot. I was playing around and changed them, now I dont remember what they were and its not working very well at all. Does anyone know what numbers I should enter in the bottom area.

13. I made the leap to a Chromebook about a month ago...was skeptical at first, but after a month, I'm a believer. I bought the Toshiba Chromebook 2, CB35-B3340. To address Ed's comment above, this is a thin, light and fan-less device that weighs less than 3lbs but has a 13' display (and a good one at that).

    I've used bitford several times now without any problems whatsoever...it is a minimalist user interface, but that's OK for me...it is intuitive how to use.

14. I currently have been using Bitford on my 13' Toshiba Chromebook CB35, It runs very well and up until a day or so ago, everything ran and downloaded perfectly. I've built another gaming rig and as when you buy a new hard drive, you must also install an OS on to said hard drive. I've tried at LEAST 4 different OS torrents ranging from 'Windows 8.1, OSX, and Linux'. But it automatically stops around 42%-50%.... It's very unfortunate, I'm trying Ubuntu as we speak. I've heard very good reviews about JSTorrent but have never tried it. There's my 2 cents! Happy New Years everyone.

15. JSTorrent is good, but I use https://bitport.io now. Bitport.io downloads torrents to cloud and they can play them online in HD in browser.

16. What about A VPN to avoid copyright violation problems ?

17. I'm intrigued by these offline apps.

    Does the Chrome Web Store readily explain which apps are offline apps?

    Also, I know I asked this a few months ago (no one had a clear answer), but how are offline apps installed to a Chrome OS system?

    I know the web apps are basically bookmarks to websites, but offline apps, are they installed on the system in similar fashion to the way Linux programs install files in different folders throughout the system? Are offline apps basically 'portable' apps and installed in one folder? Are they in a folder of HTML 5, CSS 3, and javascript? Inquiring minds would like to know. Perhaps this would make a good article.

    Once we start seeing a good selection of super-thin, fan-less Chromebooks, I will be in the market for one.

    Thanks,
    Ed

    • Yes, there's a little thunderbolt that indicates an app is offline. I don't know where they are stored, however.