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Thereis one unavoidable newcomer, following the closure of RARBG. While some RARBG knockoffs came close, the vacant spot is filled by a familiar name, LimeTorrents, which made a comeback after being absent last year

We have limited the list to globally available English-language torrent sites, which means that sites such as Rutracker.org, Yggtorrent.qa, Etoland.co.kr, and Zamunda.net are not included, even though they have substantial traffic numbers.

Below is the full list of the top ten most-visited torrent site domains at the start of the new year. The list is based on various traffic reports. Please note that this list is created as a historical record, to keep track of the popularity of these sites over time. We also publish an annual VPN privacy review.

We do not recommend or endorse using any of these sites. Some are known to link to malicious ads, at least incidentally. BitTorrent technology itself is not illegal but may only be used to share content with permission from the rightsholder.

YTS has been the target of several lawsuits in the U.S. over the past few years. The operator signed a consent judgment and agreed to hand over user data to rightsholders. As a result, several YTS users received settlement requests or were sued instead.

NYAA.si is a popular resurrection of the anime torrent site NYAA. While there is fierce competition from alternative pirate streaming sites, the torrent portal continues to do well, climbing two positions compared to last year.

Launched a little over five years ago, TorrentGalaxy is a relative newcomer. It has a dedicated group of uploaders and an active community. In addition to torrents, TorrentGalaxy also makes some releases available for streaming.

The Pirate Bay continues to operate from its .org domain but is also available through many proxies. If all proxy domains were counted, the notorious torrent site would still battle for the first spot in this list.

Skidrow and RELOADED are two iconic game-cracking groups. This likely served as inspiration for the people running Skidrowreloaded.com, which is a blog-style release site featuring popular game releases.

LimeTorrents has been around since 2009. Like many other entries in this list, it is blocked by ISPs in countries around the world, which seems to hurt overall traffic somewhat. It dropped out of the top 10 last year but made a comeback in 2024

Disclaimer: We use various data checks, including reports from Similarweb. Proxies and clear copycats of working sites are excluded. Please keep in mind that many sites have mirrors or alternative domains, which are often not taken into account here. The yearly list is published as an informational / news resource. The 2023 torrent site list is archived.

Finding a working torrent site is not only tricky but can be dangerous. Even the most reputable ones sometimes get taken down for copyright infringement. Searching for a P2P site on Google can be risky and usually gets you nowhere. Results are often packed with fake sites containing dodgy links and disturbing ads instead of actual torrent sites. In addition, your ISP may block real torrent sites from your searches, depending on your location.

A VPN masks your real IP and encrypts your data, preventing any prying eyes from tracing your online activities. Plus, premium VPNs typically offer extra features like ad, tracker, and malware blockers, helping to protect your devices against malicious ads and hidden malware in your torrent files.

With its vast community of seeders, you get faster P2P downloads. Even old or obscure torrents usually have at least a few seeders. The only minor downside is that The Pirate Bay displays a few ads; sometimes, they can look pretty shady. But you can easily use a trusted ad blocker or VPN malicious content blocker to avoid them.

1337x is another popular torrent website with movies, TV shows, and music, but it has a good collection of games as well. What's great is that 1337x has been around for a while, and its community is active, which means its torrents are updated every few hours.

1337x has a built-in media player, so you can stream torrents rather than downloading the whole file first. It took a few attempts to get it to work since it opened some ads in other tabs on the first few clicks. After that, I could steam the copyright-free House on Haunted Hill (1959) in smooth HD quality.

YTS (formerly YIFY) is one of the best torrent websites for high-quality movies. It offers thousands of movie titles, many of which come with subtitles and are available in 1080p. The best part is that its P2P files are small, but the quality isn't compromised, so it's great for anyone, regardless of internet speed.

EZTV specializes in TV shows, attracting around 20 million visitors per month. Although it might not have as extensive a library as some of the bigger P2P sites like The Pirate Bay or 1337x, it's a great choice if you're specifically looking for TV shows. Plus, it has an extensive collection of old shows.

The P2P site shows the top 100 torrents as well as new torrents. These focus on newer releases, meaning most of them are under copyright and illegal to download. So, be careful when using this list. Otherwise, Limetorrents has tons of other public domain files that you can download safely and legally.

TorrentGalaxy is a newer but popular torrent site that hosts a wide variety of content, including but not limited to movies, TV shows, music, software, and games. The torrents offered are known for their high quality, and the interface is refreshingly modern for a torrent site.

NYAA is a specialist site that focuses on content from Asia, especially from Japan, China, and South Korea. It's perfect if you're into anime series, but I also found some music and software on there too.

The autocorrect function in the search box was pretty annoying, especially as so many Asian names appear to be misspelled when written in English. That said, once you navigate the searches, NYAA is a treasure trove of public domain content.

FitGirl Repacks is popular for providing video games with minimal bandwidth usage, making it a top choice among millions of torrent users. The site has a user-friendly design characterized by a simple layout. A search bar at the top makes it easy for users to navigate and find the games they want.

While most users online (via Reddit, Trustpilot, etc.) regard Fitgirl Repacks as one of the safer torrent sites, you should still exercise caution. Its rapidly growing popularity has resulted in tons of copycat sites, so make sure you only download copyright-free content from its official website.

Staying safe while torrenting is more than just choosing a reputable site. When you visit torrent sites, your IP address is exposed, which can reveal your location and personal data to anyone who's seeding or leeching the same file. That's why it's important to take steps to protect your privacy. Here are some of the best ways to stay safe when file sharing:

Public torrent sites are open to anyone and allow users to download and share a wide range of files. These sites are easily accessible and do not require registration or an invitation to join.

Since public torrent sites generally have a large number of active users, they often have faster download speeds due to the availability of more seeders. However, the content on public sites may not always be reliable or verified, and there is a greater risk of encountering malicious files or copyrighted material.

Private torrent sites are invite-only communities that require users to register and maintain a good sharing ratio to gain access. These sites often have stricter rules and guidelines to maintain quality and ensure community security. Private torrent sites offer several advantages, including:

Accessing private torrent sites can be challenging for newcomers, as they typically require an invitation from an existing member or an application process. They also emphasize maintaining a strong sharing ratio, which means users must upload as much as they download to maintain their membership.

Certain torrenting sites may be well-liked, but they risk exposing your data and infecting your device with malware. Unfortunately, the more popular a site becomes, the more likely it is that fake, unsafe copycats will appear. These torrenting sites are potentially unsafe fakes:

A lot of Reddit posts champion The Pirate Bay as well as many other of the listed sites above. Be wary of old posts, though, since I found many mentions of RARBG, Torrentz, Torrentz2, and other sites that are now fake, dangerous, or shut down.

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Global governments typically enforce torrent site blocks due to copyright concerns, preventing unlawful sharing and downloading. As well as blocking, they can also order torrent sites to be taken down altogether, like when the US shut down KickAssTorrents.

Searching for torrent sites is difficult because search engines like Google omit them due to copyright issues. Extensions like Chrome's AdBlock further obstruct access. To safely explore torrent sites, consider using a reliable VPN. However, you should research your local regulations to determine if torrenting sites are blocked in your location.

You can download movies, TV shows, music, software, games, and ebooks. There are some torrent sites specialized for one kind of content, but most torrent sites host a wide range of downloaded files.

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