What is aria2?
aria2 is a versatile download utility that supports multiple protocols and sources, enabling users to efficiently download files from various locations. This cross-platform tool can simultaneously download a file from HTTP(S), FTP, and BitTorrent sources, leveraging the maximum available bandwidth to achieve faster downloads.
Highlights
- Multi-protocol support: aria2 can download files using HTTP(S), FTP, and BitTorrent protocols, including DHT, PEX, and MSE/PE
- Multi-source downloads: aria2 can download a single file from multiple sources, combining the data to maximize download speed
- Concurrent downloads: Users can provide aria2 with a list of URIs, and the tool will download them simultaneously, without waiting for the current download queue to complete
- Metalink support: aria2 can automatically validate chunks of data during downloads using Metalink chunk checksums, ensuring the integrity of the downloaded files.
Platforms
- Mac
- Linux
- Xfce
- Android
- Windows
Languages
- English
Features
Command line interface
Lightweight
Support for Multiple protocols
Resume interrupted downloads
Ad-free
Support for Remote Control