Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

Downloading and Uploading

How do I download using Tribler?
Can I use Tribler to download a torrent file?
How do I select which files from a torrent I wish to download?
How do I upload using Tribler?

Administration

I found an issue in Tribler. What should I do to report it?
How do I install Tribler?
How do I upgrade to a newer version of Tribler?
Can I limit the download or upload speed of Tribler?
Can I block peers or addresses in Tribler?

Troubleshooting

I can't download anything. Where do I start?
What ports does Tribler use?
How do I reset Tribler completely?
Where do I find the settings directory of Tribler?
I see objectionable content in the network. How do I remove it? Can I get in trouble?

About Tribler

What is Tribler?
What is the difference between Tribler and BitTorrent?
Is Tribler anonymous?
Can I package / copy / distribute Tribler?
How can I contact Tribler?

Supported Features

Does Tribler support encryption?
Does Tribler have a WebUI?

Miscellaneous

What's with the collected torrent files?
When using Tribler, am I restricted to download from and uploading to other Tribler peers?
Tribler seems to be doing a lot more than just downloading. Can I stop that?
What are bootstrap peers?