rTorrent Configuration Manual

This page shows how to adapt rTorrent to your needs.

1. Introduction

rTorrent loads its configuration from the file ~/.rtorrent.rc by default (that is the hidden file .rtorrent.rc in your user home directory).

TODO format of rc file, etc.

You should always perform the basic configuration steps on a fresh installation. Then try to start rTorrent and initiate your first downloads.

Then, after some time, and only when you're familiar with the basic operation of rTorrent, should you try the advanced configuration options.

2. Configuration best practices

TODO

3. Other sources of information

• The ArchLinux wiki page about rTorrent is also a good source on rTorrent in general and its configuration in particular.