Details of extension .torrent
On this page, we're going to take a closer look at the .torrent file extension, which is related to BitTorrent Meta File. We'll explain what exactly a .torrent fileformat is and how you can use it. If you're interested in learning more details about this type of file, we'll show you where to find them. And if you ever need to convert .torrent files into different formats, we'll give you some tips on how to do that too. Let's see the file format associated with this file extension!
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BitTorrent Meta File
The .torrent file extension might not only belong to a single type of file, there could be various kinds that use it. Keep in mind that files with the .torrent extension may contain various content types. If you have helpful information about this extension, write to us!
Having trouble opening a .torrent file?
If you want to open a .torrent file on your computer, you just need to have the appropriate program installed. Incorrect settings for the .torrent association can trigger this error.
Windows can't open this file:
File: example.torrent
To open this file, Windows needs to know what program you want to use to open it. Windows can go online to look it up automatically, or you can manually select from a list of programs that are installed on your computer.
To change file associations:
- Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click Open With.
- In the Open With dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click Browse to locate the program that you want.
- Select the Always use the selected program to open this kind of file check box.
Supported operating systems
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux, Mac OS X, macOS, iOS, Android