CAPABILITIES
FEATURES
Engineered in C++ and Qt, powered by libtorrent — every advanced protocol, zero compromise, no ads, forever free.
Full BitTorrent Extensions
DHT, PeX, LSD, Magnet links, private torrents, and uTP connection protocol — all built in.
Protocol Encryption
Protect transfers with Vuze-compatible encryption to bypass ISP throttling.
Sequential Downloading
Download files sequentially to stream media content while still in progress.
Torrent Creator
Built-in tool to create .torrent files with optimised piece sizes for any file size.
Simultaneous Multi-site Search
Python-powered engine queries multiple popular torrent sites at once in a single action.
Category Filtering
Filter search results by category: Books, Music, Software, Movies, TV, and more.
Custom Python Plugins
Add or update custom Python search plugins directly from within the client interface.
Per-Torrent Speed Limits
Set independent download/upload limits, connection counts, and ratio targets per torrent.
Bandwidth Scheduler
Schedule alternative speed limits for specific times or days for off-peak hours.
Queue Prioritization
Set active torrent maximums and drag-drop to prioritise files within a torrent bundle.
Integrated RSS Reader
Read and manage RSS feeds directly inside Vortex. No external reader required.
Regex Auto-Downloader
Advanced regex-based rules that automatically download matching torrents from feeds.
Clone RSS Rules
Duplicate existing download rules for rapid configuration of similar auto-download patterns.
Web Control Interface
Secure AJAX-based Web UI that mirrors the desktop interface. Manage from any browser remotely.
Password Authentication
Username/password login, custom port, and optional HTTPS/SSL support.
Virtualised Torrent List
Efficient virtual list rendering for managing thousands of torrents without slowdown.
Network Interface Binding
Bind to a specific network interface or IP to prevent traffic leaks when using a VPN.
SOCKS5 and HTTP Proxies
Route torrent traffic or tracker communications through SOCKS5 or HTTP proxy servers.
IP Filtering
Block peer IPs using eMule .dat or PeerGuardian/p2p format blocklist files.
System Tray
Minimise to tray with live speed stats, hover speed graphs, and quick-access menus.
Event Hooks
Execute external scripts or programs when torrents start, finish, or change state.
Email Notifications
Send automated email alerts when a torrent download completes.
Power Management
Automatically suspend, hibernate, reboot, or shut down when all downloads finish.
DOCUMENTATION
Get started in minutes.
Vortex requires Windows 10 or later (x64). No runtime dependencies — install and run.
Download and Install
Run Vortex_Setup_x64.exe on Windows 10 or 11 (x64). No bundled software, no toolbars — a completely clean install.
Add Your First Torrent
Drag and drop a .torrent file onto the window, paste a magnet link, or use the built-in multi-site search engine.
Configure Bandwidth
Set global or per-torrent speed limits under Settings > Bandwidth. Schedule off-peak limits by time of day or day of week.
Enable Web UI
Turn on remote access under Settings > Web UI. Set a strong password to manage downloads from any browser on any device.
RELEASE HISTORY
Changelog.
v1.1.0
- Fully validated build for daily production use
- SHA-256 signed installer — no bundled software
- All beta improvements promoted to stable channel
- Official Windows x64 release package
v1.0.0-beta
- Experimental connection tweaks and speed adjustments
- Dark UI upgrades and core client interface panels
- May contain minor GUI bugs — report via Support