demagnetize: Converting Magnet Links to Torrent Files with Python
Are you tired of manually downloading torrents using magnet links? Look no further! In this article, we will introduce you to demagnetize, a Python program that makes it easy to convert magnet links into .torrent files. Whether you want to automate the process or simply have a more convenient way of handling torrents, demagnetize has got you covered.
Scope and Features
The demagnetize program currently supports basic features of the BitTorrent protocol. It works with the BitTorrent protocol v1, HTTP and UDP trackers, magnet URIs with info hashes encoded in hexadecimal or base32, the Fast extension (BEP 6), and UDP tracker protocol extensions (BEP 41). Although demagnetize does not yet support encryption, distributed hash tables, BitTorrent protocol v2, x.pe parameters in magnet links, and uTP, these features are planned for future updates.
Installation
To use demagnetize, you need Python 3.10 or higher. Installing demagnetize is a breeze. Simply open your terminal or command prompt, ensure you have pip installed, and run the following command:
python3 -m pip install demagnetize
Usage
Once you have demagnetize installed, you can start converting magnet links to .torrent files. The demagnetize command has two subcommands: get and batch. Here’s how you use each of them:
demagnetize get
The get subcommand is used to convert a single magnet link. Here is the command syntax:
demagnetize get [<options>] <magnet-link>
By default, the converted .torrent file is saved with the name extracted from the torrent info. However, you can specify a different path using the --outfile option.
demagnetize batch
The batch subcommand is useful when you have multiple magnet links to convert. Here is the command syntax:
demagnetize batch [<options>] <file>
This subcommand reads magnet links from a file (one per line) and converts each one to a .torrent file. Similar to the get subcommand, you can specify a different output path using the --outfile option.
Conclusion
With demagnetize, converting magnet links to .torrent files has never been easier. Its support for the BitTorrent protocol and various trackers makes it a reliable choice for any torrent enthusiast. By following the installation and usage instructions provided in this article, you can start taking advantage of demagnetize’s convenient features and automate your torrent handling process.
We hope this article has given you a comprehensive overview of demagnetize and its capabilities. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask during the presentation. Thank you!
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