About
ruTorrent is a feature-rich web frontend for rtorrent, the robust command-line BitTorrent client. It provides a full-featured interface for managing torrents including multiple files, RSS feeds, scheduling, plugins, and detailed information. It's more powerful than many GUI clients while being lightweight. Perfect for advanced users who want full control over torrenting.
How to Self-Host ruTorrent
ruTorrent can be deployed with standard Docker Compose using the Yantr app catalog. This page collects the basic information searchers usually need first: what ruTorrent does, which Docker image Yantr uses, default ports, dependencies, and where to find the original compose template.
If you searched for ruTorrent Docker, ruTorrent Docker Compose, or self-host ruTorrent, this page is the direct landing page for that app in Yantr's catalog.
Use Cases
- Manage torrents through powerful web UI.
- RSS feed automation for shows.
- Advanced torrent management.
Technical Details
Ports
| Port | Protocol | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | HTTP | Web UI |
| 51413 | TCP | Torrent |
Docker Image
linuxserver/rutorrent:latest
Service Name
rutorrent
Notes
- → Frontend for rtorrent
- → Many plugins available
- → RSS automation support
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