iTransmission is a free and powerful BitTorrent client for iOS, originally built as a jailbreak tweak but now also available for sideloading on non‑jailbroken devices. It uses the proven Transmission library to bring fast, multi‑threaded torrenting directly to iPhones and iPads. With magnet link support, a built‑in browser, and background downloading, iTransmission offers PC-grade torrent features in a mobile format .
Key Features
Support for magnet links and standard .torrent files with selective file download
Built‑in web browser lets you download torrent files without leaving the app
Background downloads with notifications and configurable bandwidth limits
View detailed torrent stats including peers, speeds, file sizes, trackers, and hashes
Support for Files app integration, local file import, and dark mode
Preferences for controlling Wi‑Fi/cellular use, port settings, connection counts, and download/upload caps
Why You’ll Love It
iTransmission brings full-featured torrenting capability to your iOS device—no desktop, no extra hardware needed. Designed for both jailbroken and non‑jailbroken setups, it adapts to your workflow: use Cydia/Sileo on jailbroken devices or sideload the IPA via AltStore/Sideloadly/TrollStore for regular devices. Users praise its simplicity and utility:
“Instead of downloading the torrent file, copy the ‘magnet link’ and paste it in iTransmission.”
“There’s a web function in iTransmission… some torrent links when clicked will ask if you want to open in iTransmission.”
More About iTransmission
Originally released circa 2011 as a jailbreak-only app, iTransmission remains under active development thanks to its open-source Transmission foundation . It continues to function on modern iOS versions (up to iOS 16), even though official updates have slowed, thanks to sideloadable IPA options . Installation no longer requires a jailbreak: users can sideload IPA files via AltStore, Sideloadly, or TrollStore for extended or permanent use . Downloaded files are stored in the app’s Documents folder, accessible via Files or SSH .