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FrostWire
What it is
FrostWire is a free BitTorrent client, video downloader, and media player for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. Its in-app search connects with torrent search engines and cloud sources such as YouTube, SoundCloud, and Archive.org. Users can preview cloud files and play BitTorrent media before downloads complete, then choose a single torrent file or download the full package. The media library organizes downloads and supports audio and video playback, playlists, and internet radio stations. FrostWire uses the BitTorrent peer-to-peer network to let people distribute content without paying for centralized hosting bandwidth. The project describes itself as open source and provides source code for forking or modification. It also publishes Telluride, a command-line video downloader, and jlibtorrent Java bindings with Maven setup instructions. FrostWire is free to download with no subscriptions required. Listed minimum requirements include Windows 10 64-bit, macOS 11.5.2 or later, Linux 64-bit, or Android 8.0 or later, 256 MB RAM, and an active internet connection. Users must agree not to use the software for copyright infringement.
For and against
For
- Free download with no subscription required.
- Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.
- Can preview or play media before downloads finish.
- Allows selection of individual torrent files.
- Includes playlists and internet radio stations.
Against
- Requires an active internet connection.
- Minimum operating-system versions apply.
- Users must agree not to use it for copyright infringement.
The verdict
FrostWire combines torrent searching, selective downloads, and media-library playback in a free client. Check the listed operating-system requirements and copyright-use restriction before choosing it.
Who it suits
FrostWire suits people who want a BitTorrent client with media playback and selective downloads across desktop and Android platforms. It may also suit content creators seeking to distribute work through peer-to-peer sharing.
Plans and prices
FrostWire
Free download · no subscriptions required
Read 4 Oct 2026 · frostwire.com
On the record
- Content distribution
- FrostWire uses the BitTorrent P2P network to let people share their content without paying for centralized hosting bandwidth.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Copyright policy
- FrostWire says users must agree not to use the software for copyright infringement and condemns copyright infringement.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Developer tools
- FrostWire publishes Telluride, a command-line video downloader, and jlibtorrent Java bindings with Maven setup instructions.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Download versions
- The downloads page lists FrostWire 7.0.4 build 331 for desktop and 3.2.0 build 776 for Android.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- FrostWire says content creators including musicians, filmmakers, writers, software developers, and game developers can use it to distribute their work.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Media library
- The media library organizes downloads and supports audio and video playback, playlists, and internet radio stations.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Open source
- FrostWire describes itself as an open-source project and links to its source code for forking and hacking.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Preview and playback
- Users can preview cloud files and play BitTorrent media before downloads finish.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Product
- FrostWire is a BitTorrent client, video downloader, and media player.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Search
- Its in-app search connects to torrent search engines and cloud sources, including YouTube, SoundCloud, and Archive.org.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Selective downloads
- Users can choose an individual file from a torrent or download the entire package.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Support resources
- The site links to a support FAQ and a YouTube channel with tutorials.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- The listed minimums include Windows 10 64-bit, macOS 11.5.2 or later, Linux 64-bit, or Android 8.0 or later, 256 MB RAM, and an active internet connection.frostwire.com · read 4 Oct 2026
