A modern, full-featured download manager designed for ease of use and powerful functionality.

Overview

Motrix is a versatile desktop download manager supporting HTTP, FTP, BitTorrent, and magnet links. The latest version, Motrix Turbo, is a complete rebuild using Electron, React, and TypeScript, offering a clean and intuitive user experience. Its independent download core communicates via the open MDXP protocol (based on JSON-RPC 2.0), allowing for seamless integration with browser extensions and command-line tools. Motrix can be used as a traditional desktop application on macOS, Windows, and Linux, or as a headless server accessible via a web UI, ideal for NAS devices and home servers.

Key Features

• Broad Protocol Support: Handles HTTP, FTP, BitTorrent, and magnet links with ease.
• Modern Tech Stack: Built with Electron, React, and TypeScript for a smooth, responsive interface.
• Extensible Ecosystem: Features browser extensions for one-click downloads and a powerful plugin system for custom functionality.
• Flexible Deployment: Available as a desktop app or a headless server for remote access and automation.
• Intuitive UI: A clean and user-friendly interface with dark mode support.
• Advanced BitTorrent: Supports per-file selection and built-in tracker list management.
• Speed Control: Upload and download limits with customizable speed profiles.
• Robust Session Management: SQLite-backed sessions ensure downloads resume after restarts.
• Plugin Sandboxing: Securely runs plugins in isolated environments with fine-grained permissions.
• Headless Server: Docker-ready for deployment on NAS and servers, offering a web UI and secure pairing for remote clients.

Typical Use Cases

• Power Users: Manage complex downloads, including large torrent files and multiple HTTP/FTP sources, with fine-grained control over speed and file selection.
• Home Server Enthusiasts: Utilize the headless server option to manage downloads remotely from NAS devices or home servers via a web interface.
• Developers & Automation: Leverage the command-line client and MDXP protocol for scripting download tasks and integrating with AI agents.
• Everyday Users: Simplify browser downloads with one-click integration via browser extensions, seamlessly handing off downloads to Motrix.
• Privacy-Conscious Users: Benefit from a self-hosted download manager and control over plugin permissions.