A seedbox is a remote server that is designed for torrenting. They normally have nothing on them except torrenting software, and they provide excellent internet speeds. The idea is that you perform all of your torrenting on a remote server rather than on your computer.
This gives you the opportunity to seed files without utilising bandwidth or even having your computer turned on. In addition, a seedbox prevents anyone from seeing your IP address as your computer never uploads or downloads files directly.
How Does A Seedbox Work?
Every seedbox has one or more torrent clients with web interfaces that you can access from any browser and utilise in order to operate your seedbox remotely. The exact directions differ however most seedboxes operate in quite a similar manner.
You may load torrent files or URLs into the interface and, when loaded, they will start downloading instantly and seed the torrents. In addition, you may use a web browser to access several seedboxes. When you first sign in, you will be offered the option of installing one of many torrent clients.
To start a torrent download, locate a torrent file and then drag it into the torrent client. Even when you close the window, the seedbox will continue the process. You can download the file from the seedbox to your computer after it has finished downloading. Downloading is often accomplished over an FTP or SFTP connection to the seedbox through an FTP client.
How Do You Obtain a Seedbox?
To get a seedbox, you need to go to the website of the seedbox service which you like and sign up for the package of your choosing. This is done in much the same way as signing up for an account with Grand Rush or any other site that requires a membership. When you do that, the rest of the process is quite self-explanatory. If you do get stuck on a specific point, you can always get assistance from your seedbox’s customer support department.
Do I Need To Use A VPN With A Seedbox?
VPN services and seedbox services are two quite different things but some seedbox services offer OpenVPN apps for those who would like to utilise a VPN service in addition to their seedbox for extra protection.
Generally speaking, seedboxes are for downloading and uploading torrents while VPNs are for encrypting your internet connection and then changing your IP address.
Preferably, you would use both. If you have to use only one, then a VPN service is the more comprehensive solution to downloading torrents anonymously.
What Are The Pros Of Seedboxes?
- Seedboxes Offer Superior Speed
Seedboxes are designed in order to offer high speeds for both downloading as well as seeding.
- Seedboxes Allow You to Seed With Your Computer Off
A seedbox gives you the opportunity to seed files without any work required from your computer.
- Seedboxes Give You The Opportunity To Seed Without Storage Space
People frequently delete files that they would otherwise seed as they need the storage space on their computer. A seedbox give you the opportunity to delete files on your computer but continues to seed them.