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Transmission

Transmission

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  • Latest Version

    Transmission 4.06 (64-bit) LATEST

  • Review by

    Daniel Leblanc

  • Operating System

    Windows XP64 / Vista64 / Windows 7 64 / Windows 8 64 / Windows 10 64 / Windows 11

  • User Rating

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  • Author / Product

    The Transmission Project / External Link

  • Filename

    transmission-4.0.6-x64.msi

  • MD5 Checksum

    fa656a2edce7829c521b9aba436f7d98

Transmission is a free, open-source BitTorrent client for Windows known for its minimalistic interface and lightweight performance.

Originally developed for macOS and Linux, it now offers a stable version for Windows users.

Transmission 32/64bit is designed to provide a seamless torrenting experience with minimal resource consumption, making it a great choice for users looking for an efficient and ad-free torrent client.

Features

Lightweight and Fast – Consumes minimal CPU and memory.

Ad-Free Experience – No intrusive ads, unlike many other torrent clients.

Encrypted Connections – Supports encryption to enhance privacy.

Web Interface – Allows remote access and management of torrents via a web browser.

Magnet Link Support – Enables easy downloading without needing .torrent files.

Peer Exchange & DHT – Helps find more peers to speed up downloads.

Bandwidth Control – Allows users to limit upload/download speeds.

IPv6 Support – Future-proofed connectivity options.

Port Forwarding – Optimizes download speeds with automatic NAT-PMP and UPnP.

User Interface

It features a clean and intuitive interface, with a simple list-based torrent manager.

The UI focuses on ease of use, avoiding unnecessary clutter while still providing essential torrenting controls.

Installation and Setup
  • Download Transmission from the official website.
  • Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts.
  • Launch the application after installation.
  • Configure preferences such as bandwidth limits, download location, and encryption settings.
  • Add torrents by dragging and dropping or using magnet links.
How to Use
  • Open Transmission and go to File > Open Torrent or drag a torrent file into the window.
  • Set the download location and preferences.
  • It will start downloading automatically.
  • Once completed, the torrent will seed to other users.
  • Manage torrents by pausing, resuming, or removing them as needed.
FAQ

Is Transmission safe to use?
Yes, the program is open-source and free of malware or spyware.

Can Transmission be used anonymously?
Yes, by enabling encryption and using a VPN, you can enhance anonymity.

Does Transmission support sequential downloading?
No, the software does not natively support sequential downloading for streaming.

How can I speed up my downloads?
Ensure port forwarding is enabled, connect to more peers, and check bandwidth limits.

Is Transmission better than uTorrent?
Transmission is lighter and ad-free, while uTorrent offers more advanced features.

Alternatives

qBittorrent – Open-source, ad-free, and lightweight with an integrated search engine.

Deluge – Minimalist and customizable with plugin support.

uTorrent – Popular but includes ads and optional bloatware.

BitTorrent – Similar to uTorrent but with proprietary features.

System Requirements
  • OS: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: 1 GHz or higher
  • RAM: 512MB or more
  • Storage: Minimal (around 25MB)
PROS
  • Free and open-source
  • No ads or bloatware
  • Lightweight and efficient
  • Easy to use and configure
  • Web-based remote access
CONS
  • Lacks some advanced features like sequential downloading
  • Fewer customization options compared to other clients
  • Occasional issues with port forwarding
Conclusion

Transmission for Windows is an excellent choice for users looking for a simple, efficient, and ad-free torrent client. It provides all essential torrenting features without unnecessary complexity.

While it lacks some advanced options found in competitors like qBittorrent, its lightweight nature and clean interface make it ideal for users who want a straightforward torrenting experience.

Also Available: Transmission for Mac

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What's new in this version:

All Platforms:
- Improved parsing HTTP tracker announce response
- Fixed 4.0.0 bug that caused some user scripts to have an invalid TR_TORRENT_TRACKERS environment variable
- Fixed 4.0.0 bug where alt-speed-enabled had no effect in settings.json
- Fixed 4.0.0 bug where the GTK client's "Use authentication" option was not saved between's sessions
- Fixed 4.0.0 bug where the filename for single-file torrents aren't sanitized

macOS Client:
- Fix: Sparkle support for handling beta version updates
- Fixed app unable to start when having many torrents and TimeMachine enabled
- Fix: Sparkle Version Comparator

Qt Client:
- Fixed 4.0.0 bug where piece size description text and slider state in torrent creation dialog are not always up-to-date

GTK Client:
- Fixed build when compiling with GTKMM 4
- Added developer name to metainfo files
- Added the launchable desktop-id to metainfo files
- Fixed build when compiling on BSD

Web Client:
- Fixed a 4.0.0 bug where the infinite ratio symbol was displayed incorrectly in the WebUI
- Fixed layout issue in speed display
- General UI improvement related to filterbar and fixes download/upload speed info wrap

Daemon:
- Fixed a couple of logging issues

Everything Else:
- Updated flatpak release metainfo
- Fixed libtransmission build on very old cmake versions
- UTP peer connections follow user-defined speed limits better now
- Only use a single concurrent queue for timeMachineExclude instead of one queue per torrent (#6523)
- Fixed 4.0.5 bug where svg and png icons in the WebUI might not be displayed
- Fixed 4.0.0 bug where alt-speed-enabled had no effect in settings.json
- Fixed 4.0.0 bugs where some RPC methods don't put torrents in recently-active anymore
- Improved parsing HTTP tracker announce response
- Fixed compatibility with clang-format 18
- Fixed build when compiling with mbedtls 3.x