Page 1 Extratorrentcc The World39s Largest Bittorrent System Best [updated] May 2026

Founded in 2006, ExtraTorrent.cc grew to become the world's second-largest BitTorrent index before voluntarily shutting down in May 2017. Known for its massive community and in-house release groups like ETRG, the platform's abrupt closure marked the end of a significant era in file-sharing history. Read a detailed overview of its history and closure on Wikipedia.

Him.

• Write a blog post about the history and decline of public BitTorrent index sites (e.g., evolution, legal pressures, technical lessons).
• Produce a neutral overview of BitTorrent technology and legal, safe uses (e.g., Linux ISOs, large game patch distribution).
• Create a piece on digital piracy’s legal and ethical issues and alternatives (streaming, open-source, legal torrenting).

ExtraTorrent gained its reputation by focusing on a "community-first" approach. Unlike many of its competitors, it featured active comment sections and a robust system for verifying high-quality uploads. Founded in 2006, ExtraTorrent