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<div>A '''''BitTorrent client''''' is computer software that utilizes the BitTorrent P2P protocol to download and upload data. The original BitTorrent client was released in 2002 by Bram Cohen. Since then, many different clients have developed, all of which are at least partially based on the original BitTorrent client. <br />
<br />
<br />
=BitTorrent Clients=<br />
<span style="font-size: 4em; line-height:1.2em;">'''The full list (most up-to-date version) is viewable at<br />http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php.'''</span><br /> <br />
<br />
Check there if in doubt; this page will be updated at infrequent intervals to match the main page.<br />
<br />
Some BitTorrent clients can be configured to notify their users when a newer version/build is available. Keep in mind to check the whitelist in case of a version change, especially in case of an upgrade offer to BETA versions.<br />
<br />
<br />
If you have good reason to add a BitTorrent client not listed below, kindly post in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Excessive whining and complaining is not going to help your case.<br />
<br />
Please include the torrent client name and version number. Versions that are too old or in early beta (this includes Release Candidates - RC) will not be considered (unless you have a '''really good reason''', in which case you are expected to defend your choice without us having to ask).<br />
<br />
Before you ask why a torrent client is blacklisted, read [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Your question has already been answered there.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:green">Whitelist</span>==<br />
Whitelist of clients generally allowed to be used with the BakaBT tracker.<br />
*<b>More up to date list can be found [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php here]</b>.<br />
*If your preferred client/version is not in this list you can appeal at the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469 "Request to add clients to the whitelist" thread].<br />
*If a whitelisted client has been updated (and no one has reported that new version yet), you can report it in the [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=44098.0 "Report *new* whitelisted client versions" thread]. <span style="color: red">DO NOT report a new version again if someone else has already reported it!</span><br />
<br />
<br />
====Vuze (Azureus)====<br />
;[http://www.vuze.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client has recently changed name to Vuze from its old name Azureus.<br />
* What Vuze is unique for is its community part, which allows you to share torrents easily with your friends.<br />
* While this client is very rich in features, it is written in Java, which makes it slow by nature, and is quite a memory hog. Despite these enormous flaws, it is still one of the best.<br />
* Development has been stalled for a while. BiglyBT is continueing with the Vuze codebase while removing some of the less popular/annoying things, such as ads. '''It might be sensible to switch to.<br />
'''<br />
<br />
====BitTornado====<br />
;[http://www.bittornado.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* Client developed by John Hoffman. This client was the first to include [[super seeding]]. This client automatically bans connections with [http://www.bitcomet.com/ BitComet] clients. <br />
<br />
====BitTorrent (Mainline, Official)====<br />
* The official BitTorrent client, nicknamed ''Mainline'' by developers.<br />
* Due to a major security problem no versions of BitTorrent are whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info.<br />
<br />
====BiglyBT====<br />
; [https://www.biglybt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.x, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3<br />
* BiglyBT is the continuation of the Vuze/Azureus open source project first created in 2003.<br />
<br />
====Deluge====<br />
;[http://deluge-torrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.x, 2.0.x, 2.1.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
* Deluge is a lightweight, Free Software, cross-platform BitTorrent client.<br />
* Runs as a daemon with ncurses, web, and GTK frontends. Headless server-friendly.<br />
<br />
====Enhanced-CTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.rahul.net/dholmes/ctorrent/ Hoempage]<br />
Allowed versions: dnh3.x (Windows, Linux)<br />
<br />
====Halite====<br />
;[http://www.binarynotions.com/halite-bittorrent-client Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x, 0.4.x (Windows)<br />
<br />
====KTorrent====<br />
;[http://ktorrent.org/ homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 2.x, 3.x, 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
<br />
====libtorrent & rtorrent====<br />
;[https://www.libtorrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.x (Linux, cygwin?)<br />
* A mature BitTorrent client built around the libTorrent C++ library. Ncurses-based.<br />
* Uses very minimal resources.<br />
* Often used in a detached GNU Screen session.<br />
* Has [http://rakshasa.github.io/rtorrent/ many] web front-ends available.<br />
<br />
====qBittorrent====<br />
;[http://qbittorrent.sourceforge.net/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
:2.<br />
::2.4.x (all 2.4 stable releases) <br />
::2.5.4, 2.5.5, 2.6.7, 2.6.9, 2.7.2, <br />
::2.7.3, 2.8.4, 2.8.5, 2.9.10, 2.9.11 <br />
:3.<br />
::3.0.10, 3.0.11, 3.1.11, 3.1.12, 3.2.4, 3.2.5<br />
::3.3.0, 3.3.1, 3.3.3 - 3.3.7, 3.3.10 - 3.3.16 (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, OS/2, FreeBSD)<br />
:4.<br />
::4.0.4 (upload and download speeds may be unstable with this version), <br />
::4.1.x, 4.2.x, 4.3.0, 4.3.0.1, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, <br />
::4.3.4.1, 4.3.5, 4.3.6, 4.3.7, 4.3.8, 4.3.9<br />
::4.4.4, 4.4.5, <s>4.5.0</s>, 4.5.2<br />
* A libtorrent-rasterbar-based multi-platform Bittorrent client developed in C++/Qt4.<br />
* Can be easily used on a headless server (ex. an X server not required on Linux; see [http://sourceforge.net/apps/mediawiki/qbittorrent/index.php?title=Running_qBittorrent_2_without_a_X_server qBittorent-nox]).<br />
* Can be controlled remotely through a web user interface.<br />
* qBittorent-nox is often run in a detached GNU Screen or tmux session.<br />
<br />
====Tixati====<br />
;[http://tixati.com Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
:1<br />
::1.86, 1.88, 1.98, 1.99<br />
:2<br />
::2.16, 2.18, <br />
::2.25, 2.27, <br />
::2.38, <br />
::2.47, 2.48, <br />
::2.58, 2.59, <br />
::2.63, 2.66, 2.68, <br />
::2.76, 2.77, 2.79, <br />
::2.81, 2.83, 2.84, 2.85, 2.86, 2.87, 2.89 (Windows, Linux)<br />
:3<br />
::3.11, 3.14, 3.16<br />
<br />
* detailed views of all aspects of the swarm, including peers, pieces, files, and trackers<br />
* support for magnet links, so no need to download .torrent files if a simple magnet-link is available<br />
* super-efficient peer choking/unchoking algorithms ensure the fastest downloads<br />
* peer connection encryption for added security<br />
* full DHT (Distributed Hash Table) implementation for trackerless torrents, including detailed message traffic graphs and customizable event logging<br />
* advanced bandwidth charting of overall traffic and per-transfer traffic, with separate classification of protocol and file bytes, and with separate classification of outbound traffic for trading and seeding<br />
* highly flexible bandwidth throttling, including trading/seeding proportion adjustment and adjustable priority for individual transfers and peers<br />
* bitfield graphs that show the completeness of all downloaded files, what pieces other peers have available, and the health of the overall swarm<br />
* customizable event logging for each download, and individual event logs for all peers within the swarm<br />
* expert local file management functions which allow you to move files to a different partition even while downloading is still in progress<br />
<br />
====Transmission====<br />
;[http://www.transmissionbt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.x, 3.'''0''' (Linux, Mac OS X, BeOS)<br />
* A client that runs on Unix based systems, Mac OS X, and BeOS. Default client for Ubuntu Linux, Zenwalk Linux and some other distributions. This client is known for having a small distribution size.<br />
<br />
====µTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.utorrent.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions:<br />
# 1.6.1, 1.8.5, 2.2.1<br />
#<s>mac0.9.x beta, mac1.0, mac1.0.2</s>, mac1.0.3, mac1.5.13, mac1.5.14, mac1.6.4, mac1.6.5, mac1.7.13, mac1.8.4, mac1.8.6, mac1.8.7 (Linux+WINE, Mac OSX)<br />
#uTorrent Android 1.21.29 (Client for android devices)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client is known for having a small distribution size, despite being feature rich, and using little system resources. Available for Windows, Mac OSX and WINE emulation.<br />
# '''NOTE 1:''' It is advised that uTorrent users disable automatic updates and updates to beta versions (Options->Preferences->General) as new releases of stable versions will be added to the whitelist, but this is not going to happen the same instant it is released. <br />
# '''NOTE 2:''' Please refrain from asking for whitelisting of newly released stable versions of µtorrent. Due to bad experience with bug prone "stable" releases new µtorrent versions are whitelisted with some delay<br />
* Due to a major security problem most versions of µtorrent for windows are not whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info. '''We recommend switching to a more modern client!'''<br />
<br />
<!-- * Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=25858.0 announcement] regarding uTorrent 2.0.x by Jarudin --><br />
<br />
<!-- Strike (short brackets <s></s>) is to indicate that those versions were allowed, but not any more. This is to prevent any users of these versions to ask unnecessary questions in IRC and forums--><br />
<br />
====Other clients====<br />
#ABC 3.x<br />
#aTorrent 1.6.x, 1.7.x, 2.1, 2.2 (Android)<br />
#Cloud torrent 0.8.25<br />
#Flud 1.2.8, 1.4.2, 1.4.5, 1.4.7, 1.4.8, 1.4.9, 1.5.12, 1.6.1, 1.7.1, 1.8x (Android)<br />
#LH-ABC 3.x<br />
<br />
==Do not ask list==<br />
<br />
Please refrain from asking for the following clients:<br />
<br />
==='''µTorrent 3.3.2 and above.'''===<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:red">Blacklist</span>==<br />
====BitComet====<br />
* This client is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform. It follows traffic behaviour that benefits the user at the expense of the swarm, which is discouraged.<br />
<br />
====BitLord====<br />
* This client is based on the source code of the BitComet 0.56 core and includes adware and malware. It is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform.<br />
<br />
====FlashGet====<br />
* This client is made to leech only. This is a community where everyone leeches and everyone seeds. We don't allow clients only meant to leech.<br />
<br />
====LimeWire====<br />
<br />
====Shareaza====<br />
* There exists two Shareaza, one false and the true client. '''Shareaza V4''' is the false one, and it comes bundled with '''adware'''. '''Shareaza V2''' is the true client.<br />
<br />
====Xunlei (Thunder)====<br />
* Client that doesn't follow the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_(protocol) Bittorrent protocol] properly, reports fake transfer stats.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:orange">Other Warnings</span>==<br />
<br />
Modification of clients to bypass our client requirements (spoofing) is explicitly forbidden.<br />
People caught doing this will be instantly and permanently banned. This is your only warning.<br />
<br />
The use of clients or proxies which have been modified to report incorrect stats to the tracker (cheating) is not allowed, and will result in a permanent ban.<br />
Additionally, your information will be passed on to representatives of other trackers, where you are liable to be banned as well.<br />
<br />
The testing of unstable clients by developers is not allowed. <br />
<br />
==External Websites==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client BitTorrent clients on Wikipedia]</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=BT_clients&diff=6476BT clients2021-06-05T08:12:36Z<p>Duki: /* Other clients */</p>
<hr />
<div>A '''''BitTorrent client''''' is computer software that utilizes the BitTorrent P2P protocol to download and upload data. The original BitTorrent client was released in 2002 by Bram Cohen. Since then, many different clients have developed, all of which are at least partially based on the original BitTorrent client. <br />
<br />
<br />
=BitTorrent Clients=<br />
<span style="font-size: 4em; line-height:1.2em;">'''The full list (most up-to-date version) is viewable at<br />http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php.'''</span><br /> <br />
<br />
Check there if in doubt; this page will be updated at infrequent intervals to match the main page.<br />
<br />
Some BitTorrent clients can be configured to notify their users when a newer version/build is available. Keep in mind to check the whitelist in case of a version change, especially in case of an upgrade offer to BETA versions.<br />
<br />
<br />
If you have good reason to add a BitTorrent client not listed below, kindly post in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Excessive whining and complaining is not going to help your case.<br />
<br />
Please include the torrent client name and version number. Versions that are too old or in early beta (this includes Release Candidates - RC) will not be considered (unless you have a '''really good reason''', in which case you are expected to defend your choice without us having to ask).<br />
<br />
Before you ask why a torrent client is blacklisted, read [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Your question has already been answered there.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:green">Whitelist</span>==<br />
Whitelist of clients generally allowed to be used with the BakaBT tracker.<br />
*<b>More up to date list can be found [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php here]</b>.<br />
*If your preferred client/version is not in this list you can appeal at the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469 "Request to add clients to the whitelist" thread].<br />
*If a whitelisted client has been updated (and no one has reported that new version yet), you can report it in the [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=44098.0 "Report *new* whitelisted client versions" thread]. <span style="color: red">DO NOT report a new version again if someone else has already reported it!</span><br />
<br />
<br />
====Vuze (Azureus)====<br />
;[http://www.vuze.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client has recently changed name to Vuze from its old name Azureus.<br />
* What Vuze is unique for is its community part, which allows you to share torrents easily with your friends.<br />
* While this client is very rich in features, it is written in Java, which makes it slow by nature, and is quite a memory hog. Despite these enormous flaws, it is still one of the best.<br />
* Development has been stalled for a while. BiglyBT is continueing with the Vuze codebase while removing some of the less popular/annoying things, such as ads. '''It might be sensible to switch to.<br />
'''<br />
<br />
====BitTornado====<br />
;[http://www.bittornado.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* Client developed by John Hoffman. This client was the first to include [[super seeding]]. This client automatically bans connections with [http://www.bitcomet.com/ BitComet] clients. <br />
<br />
====BitTorrent (Mainline, Official)====<br />
* The official BitTorrent client, nicknamed ''Mainline'' by developers.<br />
* Due to a major security problem no versions of BitTorrent are whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info.<br />
<br />
====BiglyBT====<br />
; [https://www.biglybt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.0 - 2.7 (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* BiglyBT is the continuation of the Vuze/Azureus open source project first created in 2003.<br />
<br />
====Deluge====<br />
;[http://deluge-torrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.x, 2.0.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
* Deluge is a lightweight, Free Software, cross-platform BitTorrent client.<br />
* Runs as a daemon with ncurses, web, and GTK frontends. Headless server-friendly.<br />
* Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=23038.0 announcement] regarding Deluge by Jarudin <!-- temporary --><br />
<br />
====Enhanced-CTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.rahul.net/dholmes/ctorrent/ Hoempage]<br />
Allowed versions: dnh3.x (Windows, Linux)<br />
<br />
====Halite====<br />
;[http://www.binarynotions.com/halite-bittorrent-client Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x, 0.4.x (Windows)<br />
<br />
====KTorrent====<br />
;[http://ktorrent.org/ homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 2.x, 3.x, 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
<br />
====libtorrent & rtorrent====<br />
;[https://www.libtorrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.x (Linux, cygwin?)<br />
* A mature BitTorrent client built around the libTorrent C++ library. Ncurses-based.<br />
* Uses very minimal resources.<br />
* Often used in a detached GNU Screen session.<br />
* Has [http://rakshasa.github.io/rtorrent/ many] web front-ends available.<br />
<br />
====qBittorrent====<br />
;[http://qbittorrent.sourceforge.net/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
#2.4.x (all 2.4 stable releases) <br />
#2.5.4, 2.5.5, 2.6.7, 2.6.9, 2.7.2, 2.7.3, 2.8.4, 2.8.5, 2.9.10, 2.9.11 <br />
#3.0.10, 3.0.11, 3.1.11, 3.1.12, 3.2.4, 3.2.5<br />
#3.3.0, 3.3.1, 3.3.3 - 3.3.7, 3.3.10 - 3.3.16 (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, OS/2, FreeBSD)<br />
#4.0.4 (upload and download speeds may be unstable with this version), 4.1.x, 4.2.x, 4.3.0, 4.3.0.1, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3<br />
#4.3.4.1 <br />
#4.3.5<br />
* A libtorrent-rasterbar-based multi-platform Bittorrent client developed in C++/Qt4.<br />
* Can be easily used on a headless server (ex. an X server not required on Linux; see [http://sourceforge.net/apps/mediawiki/qbittorrent/index.php?title=Running_qBittorrent_2_without_a_X_server qBittorent-nox]).<br />
* Can be controlled remotely through a web user interface.<br />
* qBittorent-nox is often run in a detached GNU Screen or tmux session.<br />
<br />
====Tixati====<br />
;[http://tixati.com Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
#1.86, 1.88, 1.98, 1.99<br />
#2.16, 2.18, 2.25, 2.27, 2.38, 2.43, 2.47, 2.48, 2.51, 2.53, 2.55, 2.56, 2.57, 2.58, 2.59, 2.61, 2.62, 2.63, 2.64, 2.66, 2.68, 2.72, 2.73, 2.74, 2.76, 2.77, 2.79, 2.81, 2.83 (Windows, Linux)<br />
* detailed views of all aspects of the swarm, including peers, pieces, files, and trackers<br />
* support for magnet links, so no need to download .torrent files if a simple magnet-link is available<br />
* super-efficient peer choking/unchoking algorithms ensure the fastest downloads<br />
* peer connection encryption for added security<br />
* full DHT (Distributed Hash Table) implementation for trackerless torrents, including detailed message traffic graphs and customizable event logging<br />
* advanced bandwidth charting of overall traffic and per-transfer traffic, with separate classification of protocol and file bytes, and with separate classification of outbound traffic for trading and seeding<br />
* highly flexible bandwidth throttling, including trading/seeding proportion adjustment and adjustable priority for individual transfers and peers<br />
* bitfield graphs that show the completeness of all downloaded files, what pieces other peers have available, and the health of the overall swarm<br />
* customizable event logging for each download, and individual event logs for all peers within the swarm<br />
* expert local file management functions which allow you to move files to a different partition even while downloading is still in progress<br />
<br />
====Transmission====<br />
;[http://www.transmissionbt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.x, 3.'''0''' (Linux, Mac OS X, BeOS)<br />
* A client that runs on Unix based systems, Mac OS X, and BeOS. Default client for Ubuntu Linux, Zenwalk Linux and some other distributions. This client is known for having a small distribution size.<br />
<br />
====µTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.utorrent.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions:<br />
# 1.6.1, 1.8.5, 2.2.1<br />
#<s>mac0.9.x beta, mac1.0, mac1.0.2</s>, mac1.0.3, mac1.5.13, mac1.5.14, mac1.6.4, mac1.6.5, mac1.7.13, mac1.8.4, mac1.8.6, mac1.8.7 (Linux+WINE, Mac OSX)<br />
#uTorrent Android 1.21.29 (Client for android devices)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client is known for having a small distribution size, despite being feature rich, and using little system resources. Available for Windows, Mac OSX and WINE emulation.<br />
# '''NOTE 1:''' It is advised that uTorrent users disable automatic updates and updates to beta versions (Options->Preferences->General) as new releases of stable versions will be added to the whitelist, but this is not going to happen the same instant it is released. <br />
# '''NOTE 2:''' Please refrain from asking for whitelisting of newly released stable versions of µtorrent. Due to bad experience with bug prone "stable" releases new µtorrent versions are whitelisted with some delay<br />
* Due to a major security problem most versions of µtorrent for windows are not whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info. '''We recommend switching to a more modern client!'''<br />
<br />
<!-- * Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=25858.0 announcement] regarding uTorrent 2.0.x by Jarudin --><br />
<br />
<!-- Strike (short brackets <s></s>) is to indicate that those versions were allowed, but not any more. This is to prevent any users of these versions to ask unnecessary questions in IRC and forums--><br />
<br />
====Other clients====<br />
#ABC 3.x<br />
#aTorrent 1.6.x, 1.7.x, 2.1, 2.2 (Android)<br />
#Cloud torrent 0.8.25<br />
#Flud 1.2.8, 1.4.2, 1.4.5, 1.4.7, 1.4.8, 1.4.9, 1.5.12, 1.6.1, 1.7.1, 1.8x (Android)<br />
#LH-ABC 3.x<br />
<br />
==Do not ask list==<br />
<br />
Please refrain from asking for the following clients:<br />
<br />
==='''µTorrent 3.3.2 and above.'''===<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:red">Blacklist</span>==<br />
====BitComet====<br />
* This client is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform. It follows traffic behaviour that benefits the user at the expense of the swarm, which is discouraged.<br />
<br />
====BitLord====<br />
* This client is based on the source code of the BitComet 0.56 core and includes adware and malware. It is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform.<br />
<br />
====FlashGet====<br />
* This client is made to leech only. This is a community where everyone leeches and everyone seeds. We don't allow clients only meant to leech.<br />
<br />
====LimeWire====<br />
<br />
====Shareaza====<br />
* There exists two Shareaza, one false and the true client. '''Shareaza V4''' is the false one, and it comes bundled with '''adware'''. '''Shareaza V2''' is the true client.<br />
<br />
====Xunlei (Thunder)====<br />
* Client that doesn't follow the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_(protocol) Bittorrent protocol] properly, reports fake transfer stats.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:orange">Other Warnings</span>==<br />
<br />
Modification of clients to bypass our client requirements (spoofing) is explicitly forbidden.<br />
People caught doing this will be instantly and permanently banned. This is your only warning.<br />
<br />
The use of clients or proxies which have been modified to report incorrect stats to the tracker (cheating) is not allowed, and will result in a permanent ban.<br />
Additionally, your information will be passed on to representatives of other trackers, where you are liable to be banned as well.<br />
<br />
The testing of unstable clients by developers is not allowed. <br />
<br />
==External Websites==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client BitTorrent clients on Wikipedia]</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=BT_clients&diff=6475BT clients2021-06-05T08:11:10Z<p>Duki: /* Tixati */</p>
<hr />
<div>A '''''BitTorrent client''''' is computer software that utilizes the BitTorrent P2P protocol to download and upload data. The original BitTorrent client was released in 2002 by Bram Cohen. Since then, many different clients have developed, all of which are at least partially based on the original BitTorrent client. <br />
<br />
<br />
=BitTorrent Clients=<br />
<span style="font-size: 4em; line-height:1.2em;">'''The full list (most up-to-date version) is viewable at<br />http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php.'''</span><br /> <br />
<br />
Check there if in doubt; this page will be updated at infrequent intervals to match the main page.<br />
<br />
Some BitTorrent clients can be configured to notify their users when a newer version/build is available. Keep in mind to check the whitelist in case of a version change, especially in case of an upgrade offer to BETA versions.<br />
<br />
<br />
If you have good reason to add a BitTorrent client not listed below, kindly post in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Excessive whining and complaining is not going to help your case.<br />
<br />
Please include the torrent client name and version number. Versions that are too old or in early beta (this includes Release Candidates - RC) will not be considered (unless you have a '''really good reason''', in which case you are expected to defend your choice without us having to ask).<br />
<br />
Before you ask why a torrent client is blacklisted, read [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Your question has already been answered there.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:green">Whitelist</span>==<br />
Whitelist of clients generally allowed to be used with the BakaBT tracker.<br />
*<b>More up to date list can be found [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php here]</b>.<br />
*If your preferred client/version is not in this list you can appeal at the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469 "Request to add clients to the whitelist" thread].<br />
*If a whitelisted client has been updated (and no one has reported that new version yet), you can report it in the [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=44098.0 "Report *new* whitelisted client versions" thread]. <span style="color: red">DO NOT report a new version again if someone else has already reported it!</span><br />
<br />
<br />
====Vuze (Azureus)====<br />
;[http://www.vuze.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client has recently changed name to Vuze from its old name Azureus.<br />
* What Vuze is unique for is its community part, which allows you to share torrents easily with your friends.<br />
* While this client is very rich in features, it is written in Java, which makes it slow by nature, and is quite a memory hog. Despite these enormous flaws, it is still one of the best.<br />
* Development has been stalled for a while. BiglyBT is continueing with the Vuze codebase while removing some of the less popular/annoying things, such as ads. '''It might be sensible to switch to.<br />
'''<br />
<br />
====BitTornado====<br />
;[http://www.bittornado.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* Client developed by John Hoffman. This client was the first to include [[super seeding]]. This client automatically bans connections with [http://www.bitcomet.com/ BitComet] clients. <br />
<br />
====BitTorrent (Mainline, Official)====<br />
* The official BitTorrent client, nicknamed ''Mainline'' by developers.<br />
* Due to a major security problem no versions of BitTorrent are whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info.<br />
<br />
====BiglyBT====<br />
; [https://www.biglybt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.0 - 2.7 (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* BiglyBT is the continuation of the Vuze/Azureus open source project first created in 2003.<br />
<br />
====Deluge====<br />
;[http://deluge-torrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.x, 2.0.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
* Deluge is a lightweight, Free Software, cross-platform BitTorrent client.<br />
* Runs as a daemon with ncurses, web, and GTK frontends. Headless server-friendly.<br />
* Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=23038.0 announcement] regarding Deluge by Jarudin <!-- temporary --><br />
<br />
====Enhanced-CTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.rahul.net/dholmes/ctorrent/ Hoempage]<br />
Allowed versions: dnh3.x (Windows, Linux)<br />
<br />
====Halite====<br />
;[http://www.binarynotions.com/halite-bittorrent-client Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x, 0.4.x (Windows)<br />
<br />
====KTorrent====<br />
;[http://ktorrent.org/ homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 2.x, 3.x, 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
<br />
====libtorrent & rtorrent====<br />
;[https://www.libtorrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.x (Linux, cygwin?)<br />
* A mature BitTorrent client built around the libTorrent C++ library. Ncurses-based.<br />
* Uses very minimal resources.<br />
* Often used in a detached GNU Screen session.<br />
* Has [http://rakshasa.github.io/rtorrent/ many] web front-ends available.<br />
<br />
====qBittorrent====<br />
;[http://qbittorrent.sourceforge.net/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
#2.4.x (all 2.4 stable releases) <br />
#2.5.4, 2.5.5, 2.6.7, 2.6.9, 2.7.2, 2.7.3, 2.8.4, 2.8.5, 2.9.10, 2.9.11 <br />
#3.0.10, 3.0.11, 3.1.11, 3.1.12, 3.2.4, 3.2.5<br />
#3.3.0, 3.3.1, 3.3.3 - 3.3.7, 3.3.10 - 3.3.16 (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, OS/2, FreeBSD)<br />
#4.0.4 (upload and download speeds may be unstable with this version), 4.1.x, 4.2.x, 4.3.0, 4.3.0.1, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3<br />
#4.3.4.1 <br />
#4.3.5<br />
* A libtorrent-rasterbar-based multi-platform Bittorrent client developed in C++/Qt4.<br />
* Can be easily used on a headless server (ex. an X server not required on Linux; see [http://sourceforge.net/apps/mediawiki/qbittorrent/index.php?title=Running_qBittorrent_2_without_a_X_server qBittorent-nox]).<br />
* Can be controlled remotely through a web user interface.<br />
* qBittorent-nox is often run in a detached GNU Screen or tmux session.<br />
<br />
====Tixati====<br />
;[http://tixati.com Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
#1.86, 1.88, 1.98, 1.99<br />
#2.16, 2.18, 2.25, 2.27, 2.38, 2.43, 2.47, 2.48, 2.51, 2.53, 2.55, 2.56, 2.57, 2.58, 2.59, 2.61, 2.62, 2.63, 2.64, 2.66, 2.68, 2.72, 2.73, 2.74, 2.76, 2.77, 2.79, 2.81, 2.83 (Windows, Linux)<br />
* detailed views of all aspects of the swarm, including peers, pieces, files, and trackers<br />
* support for magnet links, so no need to download .torrent files if a simple magnet-link is available<br />
* super-efficient peer choking/unchoking algorithms ensure the fastest downloads<br />
* peer connection encryption for added security<br />
* full DHT (Distributed Hash Table) implementation for trackerless torrents, including detailed message traffic graphs and customizable event logging<br />
* advanced bandwidth charting of overall traffic and per-transfer traffic, with separate classification of protocol and file bytes, and with separate classification of outbound traffic for trading and seeding<br />
* highly flexible bandwidth throttling, including trading/seeding proportion adjustment and adjustable priority for individual transfers and peers<br />
* bitfield graphs that show the completeness of all downloaded files, what pieces other peers have available, and the health of the overall swarm<br />
* customizable event logging for each download, and individual event logs for all peers within the swarm<br />
* expert local file management functions which allow you to move files to a different partition even while downloading is still in progress<br />
<br />
====Transmission====<br />
;[http://www.transmissionbt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.x, 3.'''0''' (Linux, Mac OS X, BeOS)<br />
* A client that runs on Unix based systems, Mac OS X, and BeOS. Default client for Ubuntu Linux, Zenwalk Linux and some other distributions. This client is known for having a small distribution size.<br />
<br />
====µTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.utorrent.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions:<br />
# 1.6.1, 1.8.5, 2.2.1<br />
#<s>mac0.9.x beta, mac1.0, mac1.0.2</s>, mac1.0.3, mac1.5.13, mac1.5.14, mac1.6.4, mac1.6.5, mac1.7.13, mac1.8.4, mac1.8.6, mac1.8.7 (Linux+WINE, Mac OSX)<br />
#uTorrent Android 1.21.29 (Client for android devices)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client is known for having a small distribution size, despite being feature rich, and using little system resources. Available for Windows, Mac OSX and WINE emulation.<br />
# '''NOTE 1:''' It is advised that uTorrent users disable automatic updates and updates to beta versions (Options->Preferences->General) as new releases of stable versions will be added to the whitelist, but this is not going to happen the same instant it is released. <br />
# '''NOTE 2:''' Please refrain from asking for whitelisting of newly released stable versions of µtorrent. Due to bad experience with bug prone "stable" releases new µtorrent versions are whitelisted with some delay<br />
* Due to a major security problem most versions of µtorrent for windows are not whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info. '''We recommend switching to a more modern client!'''<br />
<br />
<!-- * Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=25858.0 announcement] regarding uTorrent 2.0.x by Jarudin --><br />
<br />
<!-- Strike (short brackets <s></s>) is to indicate that those versions were allowed, but not any more. This is to prevent any users of these versions to ask unnecessary questions in IRC and forums--><br />
<br />
====Other clients====<br />
#ABC 3.x<br />
#aTorrent 1.6.x, 1.7.x, 2.1, 2.2 (Android)<br />
#Cloud torrent 0.8.25<br />
#Flud 1.2.8, 1.4.2, 1.4.5, 1.4.7, 1.4.8, 1.4.9, 1.5.12, 1.6.1, 1.7.1, 1.8x (Android)<br />
#LH-ABC 3.x<br />
#tTorrent versions up to 1.1.2 (Android)<br />
<br />
==Do not ask list==<br />
<br />
Please refrain from asking for the following clients:<br />
<br />
==='''µTorrent 3.3.2 and above.'''===<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:red">Blacklist</span>==<br />
====BitComet====<br />
* This client is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform. It follows traffic behaviour that benefits the user at the expense of the swarm, which is discouraged.<br />
<br />
====BitLord====<br />
* This client is based on the source code of the BitComet 0.56 core and includes adware and malware. It is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform.<br />
<br />
====FlashGet====<br />
* This client is made to leech only. This is a community where everyone leeches and everyone seeds. We don't allow clients only meant to leech.<br />
<br />
====LimeWire====<br />
<br />
====Shareaza====<br />
* There exists two Shareaza, one false and the true client. '''Shareaza V4''' is the false one, and it comes bundled with '''adware'''. '''Shareaza V2''' is the true client.<br />
<br />
====Xunlei (Thunder)====<br />
* Client that doesn't follow the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_(protocol) Bittorrent protocol] properly, reports fake transfer stats.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:orange">Other Warnings</span>==<br />
<br />
Modification of clients to bypass our client requirements (spoofing) is explicitly forbidden.<br />
People caught doing this will be instantly and permanently banned. This is your only warning.<br />
<br />
The use of clients or proxies which have been modified to report incorrect stats to the tracker (cheating) is not allowed, and will result in a permanent ban.<br />
Additionally, your information will be passed on to representatives of other trackers, where you are liable to be banned as well.<br />
<br />
The testing of unstable clients by developers is not allowed. <br />
<br />
==External Websites==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client BitTorrent clients on Wikipedia]</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=BT_clients&diff=6474BT clients2021-06-05T08:10:34Z<p>Duki: /* qBittorrent */</p>
<hr />
<div>A '''''BitTorrent client''''' is computer software that utilizes the BitTorrent P2P protocol to download and upload data. The original BitTorrent client was released in 2002 by Bram Cohen. Since then, many different clients have developed, all of which are at least partially based on the original BitTorrent client. <br />
<br />
<br />
=BitTorrent Clients=<br />
<span style="font-size: 4em; line-height:1.2em;">'''The full list (most up-to-date version) is viewable at<br />http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php.'''</span><br /> <br />
<br />
Check there if in doubt; this page will be updated at infrequent intervals to match the main page.<br />
<br />
Some BitTorrent clients can be configured to notify their users when a newer version/build is available. Keep in mind to check the whitelist in case of a version change, especially in case of an upgrade offer to BETA versions.<br />
<br />
<br />
If you have good reason to add a BitTorrent client not listed below, kindly post in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Excessive whining and complaining is not going to help your case.<br />
<br />
Please include the torrent client name and version number. Versions that are too old or in early beta (this includes Release Candidates - RC) will not be considered (unless you have a '''really good reason''', in which case you are expected to defend your choice without us having to ask).<br />
<br />
Before you ask why a torrent client is blacklisted, read [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469.0 this thread]. Your question has already been answered there.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:green">Whitelist</span>==<br />
Whitelist of clients generally allowed to be used with the BakaBT tracker.<br />
*<b>More up to date list can be found [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php here]</b>.<br />
*If your preferred client/version is not in this list you can appeal at the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19469 "Request to add clients to the whitelist" thread].<br />
*If a whitelisted client has been updated (and no one has reported that new version yet), you can report it in the [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=44098.0 "Report *new* whitelisted client versions" thread]. <span style="color: red">DO NOT report a new version again if someone else has already reported it!</span><br />
<br />
<br />
====Vuze (Azureus)====<br />
;[http://www.vuze.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client has recently changed name to Vuze from its old name Azureus.<br />
* What Vuze is unique for is its community part, which allows you to share torrents easily with your friends.<br />
* While this client is very rich in features, it is written in Java, which makes it slow by nature, and is quite a memory hog. Despite these enormous flaws, it is still one of the best.<br />
* Development has been stalled for a while. BiglyBT is continueing with the Vuze codebase while removing some of the less popular/annoying things, such as ads. '''It might be sensible to switch to.<br />
'''<br />
<br />
====BitTornado====<br />
;[http://www.bittornado.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* Client developed by John Hoffman. This client was the first to include [[super seeding]]. This client automatically bans connections with [http://www.bitcomet.com/ BitComet] clients. <br />
<br />
====BitTorrent (Mainline, Official)====<br />
* The official BitTorrent client, nicknamed ''Mainline'' by developers.<br />
* Due to a major security problem no versions of BitTorrent are whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info.<br />
<br />
====BiglyBT====<br />
; [https://www.biglybt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.0 - 2.7 (Windows, Linux, Mac)<br />
* BiglyBT is the continuation of the Vuze/Azureus open source project first created in 2003.<br />
<br />
====Deluge====<br />
;[http://deluge-torrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.x, 2.0.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
* Deluge is a lightweight, Free Software, cross-platform BitTorrent client.<br />
* Runs as a daemon with ncurses, web, and GTK frontends. Headless server-friendly.<br />
* Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=23038.0 announcement] regarding Deluge by Jarudin <!-- temporary --><br />
<br />
====Enhanced-CTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.rahul.net/dholmes/ctorrent/ Hoempage]<br />
Allowed versions: dnh3.x (Windows, Linux)<br />
<br />
====Halite====<br />
;[http://www.binarynotions.com/halite-bittorrent-client Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.3.x, 0.4.x (Windows)<br />
<br />
====KTorrent====<br />
;[http://ktorrent.org/ homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 2.x, 3.x, 4.x, 5.x (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X)<br />
<br />
====libtorrent & rtorrent====<br />
;[https://www.libtorrent.org/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 0.x (Linux, cygwin?)<br />
* A mature BitTorrent client built around the libTorrent C++ library. Ncurses-based.<br />
* Uses very minimal resources.<br />
* Often used in a detached GNU Screen session.<br />
* Has [http://rakshasa.github.io/rtorrent/ many] web front-ends available.<br />
<br />
====qBittorrent====<br />
;[http://qbittorrent.sourceforge.net/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
#2.4.x (all 2.4 stable releases) <br />
#2.5.4, 2.5.5, 2.6.7, 2.6.9, 2.7.2, 2.7.3, 2.8.4, 2.8.5, 2.9.10, 2.9.11 <br />
#3.0.10, 3.0.11, 3.1.11, 3.1.12, 3.2.4, 3.2.5<br />
#3.3.0, 3.3.1, 3.3.3 - 3.3.7, 3.3.10 - 3.3.16 (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, OS/2, FreeBSD)<br />
#4.0.4 (upload and download speeds may be unstable with this version), 4.1.x, 4.2.x, 4.3.0, 4.3.0.1, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3<br />
#4.3.4.1 <br />
#4.3.5<br />
* A libtorrent-rasterbar-based multi-platform Bittorrent client developed in C++/Qt4.<br />
* Can be easily used on a headless server (ex. an X server not required on Linux; see [http://sourceforge.net/apps/mediawiki/qbittorrent/index.php?title=Running_qBittorrent_2_without_a_X_server qBittorent-nox]).<br />
* Can be controlled remotely through a web user interface.<br />
* qBittorent-nox is often run in a detached GNU Screen or tmux session.<br />
<br />
====Tixati====<br />
;[http://tixati.com Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: <br />
#1.86, 1.88, 1.98, 1.99<br />
#2.16, 2.18, 2.25, 2.27, 2.38, 2.43, 2.47, 2.48, 2.51, 2.53, 2.55, 2.56, 2.57, 2.58, 2.59, 2.61, 2.62, 2.63, 2.64, 2.66, 2.68, 2.72, 2.73, 2.74, 2.76, 2.77, 2.79, 2.81 (Windows, Linux)<br />
* detailed views of all aspects of the swarm, including peers, pieces, files, and trackers<br />
* support for magnet links, so no need to download .torrent files if a simple magnet-link is available<br />
* super-efficient peer choking/unchoking algorithms ensure the fastest downloads<br />
* peer connection encryption for added security<br />
* full DHT (Distributed Hash Table) implementation for trackerless torrents, including detailed message traffic graphs and customizable event logging<br />
* advanced bandwidth charting of overall traffic and per-transfer traffic, with separate classification of protocol and file bytes, and with separate classification of outbound traffic for trading and seeding<br />
* highly flexible bandwidth throttling, including trading/seeding proportion adjustment and adjustable priority for individual transfers and peers<br />
* bitfield graphs that show the completeness of all downloaded files, what pieces other peers have available, and the health of the overall swarm<br />
* customizable event logging for each download, and individual event logs for all peers within the swarm<br />
* expert local file management functions which allow you to move files to a different partition even while downloading is still in progress<br />
<br />
====Transmission====<br />
;[http://www.transmissionbt.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions: 1.x, 2.x, 3.'''0''' (Linux, Mac OS X, BeOS)<br />
* A client that runs on Unix based systems, Mac OS X, and BeOS. Default client for Ubuntu Linux, Zenwalk Linux and some other distributions. This client is known for having a small distribution size.<br />
<br />
====µTorrent====<br />
;[http://www.utorrent.com/ Homepage]<br />
Allowed versions:<br />
# 1.6.1, 1.8.5, 2.2.1<br />
#<s>mac0.9.x beta, mac1.0, mac1.0.2</s>, mac1.0.3, mac1.5.13, mac1.5.14, mac1.6.4, mac1.6.5, mac1.7.13, mac1.8.4, mac1.8.6, mac1.8.7 (Linux+WINE, Mac OSX)<br />
#uTorrent Android 1.21.29 (Client for android devices)<br />
* One of the most preferred clients on BakaBT. This client is known for having a small distribution size, despite being feature rich, and using little system resources. Available for Windows, Mac OSX and WINE emulation.<br />
# '''NOTE 1:''' It is advised that uTorrent users disable automatic updates and updates to beta versions (Options->Preferences->General) as new releases of stable versions will be added to the whitelist, but this is not going to happen the same instant it is released. <br />
# '''NOTE 2:''' Please refrain from asking for whitelisting of newly released stable versions of µtorrent. Due to bad experience with bug prone "stable" releases new µtorrent versions are whitelisted with some delay<br />
* Due to a major security problem most versions of µtorrent for windows are not whitelisted anymore. See [https://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=47778.0 here] for more info. '''We recommend switching to a more modern client!'''<br />
<br />
<!-- * Important upgrade [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=25858.0 announcement] regarding uTorrent 2.0.x by Jarudin --><br />
<br />
<!-- Strike (short brackets <s></s>) is to indicate that those versions were allowed, but not any more. This is to prevent any users of these versions to ask unnecessary questions in IRC and forums--><br />
<br />
====Other clients====<br />
#ABC 3.x<br />
#aTorrent 1.6.x, 1.7.x, 2.1, 2.2 (Android)<br />
#Cloud torrent 0.8.25<br />
#Flud 1.2.8, 1.4.2, 1.4.5, 1.4.7, 1.4.8, 1.4.9, 1.5.12, 1.6.1, 1.7.1, 1.8x (Android)<br />
#LH-ABC 3.x<br />
#tTorrent versions up to 1.1.2 (Android)<br />
<br />
==Do not ask list==<br />
<br />
Please refrain from asking for the following clients:<br />
<br />
==='''µTorrent 3.3.2 and above.'''===<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:red">Blacklist</span>==<br />
====BitComet====<br />
* This client is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform. It follows traffic behaviour that benefits the user at the expense of the swarm, which is discouraged.<br />
<br />
====BitLord====<br />
* This client is based on the source code of the BitComet 0.56 core and includes adware and malware. It is not suggested for use in the BakaBT community. It is currently only available for the Windows platform.<br />
<br />
====FlashGet====<br />
* This client is made to leech only. This is a community where everyone leeches and everyone seeds. We don't allow clients only meant to leech.<br />
<br />
====LimeWire====<br />
<br />
====Shareaza====<br />
* There exists two Shareaza, one false and the true client. '''Shareaza V4''' is the false one, and it comes bundled with '''adware'''. '''Shareaza V2''' is the true client.<br />
<br />
====Xunlei (Thunder)====<br />
* Client that doesn't follow the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_(protocol) Bittorrent protocol] properly, reports fake transfer stats.<br />
<br />
==<span style="color:orange">Other Warnings</span>==<br />
<br />
Modification of clients to bypass our client requirements (spoofing) is explicitly forbidden.<br />
People caught doing this will be instantly and permanently banned. This is your only warning.<br />
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<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
'''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal''', because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly using credit cards but is not available in all countries. This feature currently is available in the U.S.A, all major European country and in the U.K.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6308Buying Bitcoins2020-03-28T08:43:21Z<p>Duki: </p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly using credit cards but is not available in all countries. This feature currently is available in the U.S.A, all major European country and in the U.K.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6307Buying Bitcoins2020-03-28T08:23:28Z<p>Duki: /* Credit Cards */</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6306Buying Bitcoins2020-03-28T08:23:01Z<p>Duki: Virtual World Exchange (VirWoX) has permanently closed its business on January 6, 2020.</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Staff_List&diff=6248Staff List2018-10-11T05:42:01Z<p>Duki: </p>
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<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change your password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
<br />
[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
<br />
To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
<br />
Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the blue tables (Offers to sell), note the EUR/USD volume. If it's not too high, you can try to get a better exchange rate then the currently highlighted value. However you will have to wait longer for it to be filled. If the volume of EUR/USD is quite high, it may be best to use the highlighted value or lower for a quicker exchange.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it on your [https://www.virwox.com/orders.php Order status] page and start over.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
<br />
<u>'''Note:'''</u> Minimum buy amount is '''0.001 BTC''', please keep that in mind especially if BTC market value is high.<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
<br />
[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
<br />
It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the red/pink tables (Offers to buy BTC). Similar as before it is best to observe the highlighted value, match it if the BTC volume is not too high (1 or more) or offer to buy at a bit higher rate for the quickest fill.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6130Buying Bitcoins2017-06-02T20:24:46Z<p>Duki: /* Step 4 - Buy BTC */</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change your password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
<br />
[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
<br />
To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
<br />
Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the blue tables (Offers to sell), note the EUR/USD volume. If it's not too high, you can try to get a better exchange rate then the currently highlighted value. However you will have to wait longer for it to be filled. If the volume of EUR/USD is quite high, it may be best to use the highlighted value or lower for a quicker exchange.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it on your [https://www.virwox.com/orders.php Order status] page and start over.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
<br />
<u>'''Note:'''</u> Minimum buy amount is '''0.010 BTC''', please keep that in mind especially if BTC market value is high.<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
<br />
[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
<br />
It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the red/pink tables (Offers to buy BTC). Similar as before it is best to observe the highlighted value, match it if the BTC volume is not too high (1 or more) or offer to buy at a bit higher rate for the quickest fill.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6129Buying Bitcoins2017-06-02T20:22:29Z<p>Duki: /* Step 4 - Buy BTC */</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change your password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
<br />
[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
<br />
To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
<br />
Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the blue tables (Offers to sell), note the EUR/USD volume. If it's not too high, you can try to get a better exchange rate then the currently highlighted value. However you will have to wait longer for it to be filled. If the volume of EUR/USD is quite high, it may be best to use the highlighted value or lower for a quicker exchange.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it on your [https://www.virwox.com/orders.php Order status] page and start over.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' Minimum buy amount is 0.010 BTC, please keep that in mind especially if BTC market value is high.<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
<br />
[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
<br />
It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the red/pink tables (Offers to buy BTC). Similar as before it is best to observe the highlighted value, match it if the BTC volume is not too high (1 or more) or offer to buy at a bit higher rate for the quickest fill.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6057Buying Bitcoins2015-09-09T09:24:11Z<p>Duki: /* Limit order */</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change your password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
<br />
[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
<br />
To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
<br />
Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the blue tables (Offers to sell), note the EUR/USD volume. If it's not too high, you can try to get a better exchange rate then the currently highlighted value. However you will have to wait longer for it to be filled. If the volume of EUR/USD is quite high, it may be best to use the highlighted value or lower for a quicker exchange.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it on your [https://www.virwox.com/orders.php Order status] page and start over.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
<br />
[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
<br />
It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the red/pink tables (Offers to buy BTC). Similar as before it is best to observe the highlighted value, match it if the BTC volume is not too high (1 or more) or offer to buy at a bit higher rate for the quickest fill.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6056Buying Bitcoins2015-09-09T09:14:59Z<p>Duki: /* Limit order */</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change your password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
<br />
[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
<br />
To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
<br />
Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' You are observing the blue tables (Offers to sell), note the EUR/USD volume. If it's not too high, you can try to get a better exchange rate then the currently highlighted value. However you will have to wait longer for it to be filled. If the volume of EUR/USD is quite high, it may be best to use the highlighted value or lower for a quicker exchange.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it on your [https://www.virwox.com/orders.php Order status] page and start over.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
<br />
[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
=====Limit order=====<br />
<br />
It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
<br />
[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
<br />
As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6055Buying Bitcoins2015-09-09T09:00:51Z<p>Duki: /* Step 1 - signing up on VirWox */</p>
<hr />
<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
<br />
<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
<br />
==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change your password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
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[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
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'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
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=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
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To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
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Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
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[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
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If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it and start over.<br />
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====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
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=====Market order=====<br />
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[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
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=====Limit order=====<br />
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It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
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[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
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As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
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====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
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[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
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'''Important!!!'''<br />
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There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
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[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
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==Credit Cards==<br />
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[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
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[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
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[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
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[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
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==Bank Transfer==<br />
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'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
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[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
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[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
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[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
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[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=FAQ&diff=6054FAQ2015-08-17T19:54:43Z<p>Duki: /* Common Torrent Error Messages */</p>
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If you are new to Bittorrent and/or the anime fansub scene, you should take a look at the [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]] as well.<br />
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= Site information and Basic Help =<br />
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==What makes BakaBT different?==<br />
There are many anime torrent sites but BakaBT is unique in the quality of our content. Our goal is to provide torrents [[Site Rules#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines|only for completed anime or anime-related material]] and [[How_to_make_an_offer#Is_your_offer_the_highest-quality_offer_around.3F|we pick only the best versions]]. We do not accept public submissions; only [[FAQ#User Classes|Power Users and Power Uploaders]] may do so.<br />
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All [[FAQ#Torrent Offer System|submissions are thoroughly checked]] before they are added to our [http://bakabt.me/browse.php ever-growing list of series]; by ''ever-growing'', we really mean ever-growing in the sense that even old torrents are still seeded. Our mantra in short: '''quality over quantity''', and '''ease-of-use'''.<br />
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Do keep in mind that BakaBT exists because of its users; old content is still available because of the many dedicated seeders who provide you with good download speeds, so [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|returning the favour]] is a must.<br />
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This is a public tracker, but we do prefer users to register before using the site. Before you do anything here at BakaBT, we suggest you read the [[Rules]]! There are only a few rules to abide by and most are common sense.<br />
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==How do I...==<br />
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====Bookmark a torrent or remove a bookmarked torrent?====<br />
Click on the star icon labelled 'Bookmark' next to the torrent title at the top of every torrent page. If the star icon appears grey, the torrent is not bookmarked; If it is yellow, the torrent is bookmarked.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have bookmarked will show up under the 'Bookmarked' tab (below your 'Uploaded' tab).<br />
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====Add a torrent to my wishlist?====<br />
Click on the scroll icon labelled 'Wishlist' next to the torrent title. If the scroll icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your wishlist; If the scroll appears blue, the torrent is in your wishlist.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your wishlist will show up under the 'Wishlist' tab (below your 'Bookmarked' tab).<br />
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====Get notified on torrent swaps and new comments for a torrent?====<br />
Click on the bell icon labelled 'Notify me' next to the torrent title. If the bell icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your notify list; If the bell appears golden, the torrent is in your notify list.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your notify list will show up under the 'Notify' tab (below your 'Wishlist' tab).<br />
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====Report problems that I noticed?====<br />
A report is a system message that informs staff members of issues that need attention. Staff members will deal with these issues as they see fit. Only Power users can use the report feature on the tracker.<br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;;">Reporting Torrents</span>''<br />
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::<p>The report function brings a torrent or a comment to moderators' attention. Use this function if:<br />
::# A torrent does not comply with [[Site Rules|site rules]] (e.g., if it is [[Blacklist|blacklisted material]])<br />
::# It has corrupted files<br />
::# The link is broken (i.e., you are unable to download the .torrent file)<br />
::# Image links are broken (PM the uploader first; if you get no reply after a week then report it). Please note that a single broken image is not grounds for reporting, if all other images conform to the rules. Report if images are of wrong resolution, don't have subtitles or are in the wrong format.<br />
::# A better version of the torrent exists (Note that we do allow XViD releases. TV fansubs are allowed alongside DVD rips with only R1 subtitles). Please link us to the newer torrent in that case.<br />
::# Other torrent-related problems (e.g. groupings not set or incorrectly set)<br />
::# Reporting a torrent for unrelated reasons will incur warnings; and bans will be issued if abuse continues. In other words, don't report a torrent just because you don't like the user, or because you are having trouble getting a good download speed on it.<br />
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::To report a torrent, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the torrent title. If the exclamation mark icon appears grey, the torrent has not been reported; If the exclamation mark appears red, the torrent has been reported (by you or someone else).</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Comments</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report comments if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They constitute useless spam (such as 'seed this' or 'approve this').<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|tracker guidelines]].<br />
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::To report a comment, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the 'Quote' button in the upper-right corner of the comment box. If the icon is labelled 'REPORTED' in capital letters, the comment has been reported to site staff and will be dealt with soon.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Forum Posts</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report forum posts if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Forum Guidelines|forum guidelines]].<br />
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::The report link for forum posts is at the bottom-right corner of each forum post.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Stat-Hackers</span>''<br />
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::<p>If you find people with downright impossible torrent statistics, post a link to their userpage in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=10172.0 this forum thread] and include a reason for suspicion.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Site Errors</span>''<br />
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::<p>Errors you get with site behaviour (especially if you get error messages) can be reported in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=14438.0 Site Errors forum thread]. Read the first post and do a quick search before reporting; someone might have reported the problem already.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Other Reports</span>''<br />
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::<p>Reports regarding other things (that do not have a proper reporting channel) may be reported using the [http://bakabt.me/help.php help form]. '''Do not abuse this feature'''.</p><br />
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==Why is some content on the blacklist?==<br />
The [[Blacklist#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines]] are self-explanatory. We are quite specific about the kind of animation we archive, and also require that they meet certain quality standards.<br />
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Stuff on the [[Blacklist#Material not allowed on BakaBT|blacklist]] is there because it is liable to get BakaBT into *trouble*.<br />
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==What information about me does BakaBT store? Is it secure?==<br />
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We store your account information used for registration. your email is hidden from other users, and only shown to site staff.<br />
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The amount of upload and download you get on each torrent, as well as your total upload and download, is stored permanently by the server until your account is deleted. These upload and download statistics will always be shown wherever relevant. Torrent stats will be shown in peerlists (if you appear in them), and in your userpage under the relevant columns (if you chose not to hide them).<br />
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Information about torrents that you are leeching and/or seeding, as well as torrents you have leeched and/or seeded, are stored on the server. If you have enabled privacy settings, only information for the past 30 days will be kept. If privacy settings are disabled, all prior information is stored on the server.<br />
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=Account information=<br />
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====How many accounts am I allowed to have?====<br />
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One. Ever. You are only allowed a single account in your lifetime. What would you do with more than one account anyway?<br />
Users who are found with more than one account will have the newest ones disabled and warnings issued. Repeated attempts to create new accounts will result in permanent bans of all accounts from our site.<br />
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====Can my friends and family use their account on the same computer?====<br />
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This is highly discouraged, as the system will identify both of you as [[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|multi-account]] users.<br />
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====What do you do about stat-hackers?====<br />
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Permanent ban, no appeal. See [[For First Timers#Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition|Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition]] for more information.<br />
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==Registration and Login==<br />
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====I registered an account but did not receive the confirmation e-mail!====<br />
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Mail can sometimes take up to half a day to be sent out by our server. Please be patient.<br /><br />
Remember to check your '''spam/trash/etc.''' folder in case our confirmation mail doesn't appear in your Inbox.<br /><br />
If the mail is nowhere to be found, drop by [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] on [[IRC]] to ask for further assistance.<br />
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Alternatively, try another email address ([http://www.gmail.com GMail] accounts tend to see the most success so far).<br /><br />
Accounts registered using 'disposable' email accounts will be rejected by the server, so do not use those. Get a proper email account.<br />
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If you registered for an account and got the confirmation email, but decided you don't like the username you picked, leave the email alone (do not click the confirmation link). Unconfirmed accounts are removed after 3 days so you can try again with a different username.<br />
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====Help! I cannot login!? (a.k.a. Login of Death)====<br />
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'''See:''' [[Troubleshooting#I Can't log in|Troubleshooting: Login Issues]]<br />
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Another solution is to visit your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page].<br />
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====I've lost my user name or password! Can you send it to me?====<br />
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Use [http://bakabt.me/recover.php this form] to have the login details mailed back to you (Or click "Lost Password?" beside the login field).<br />
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====Can you change my username or rename my account?====<br />
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Users can request their '''tracker account''' renamed in our support channel [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] only once. You are required to state a valid reason for your request, otherwise it will be rejected. Using your real name in your nick is a valid reason; getting tired of your old name is not.<br />
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'''Forum usernames''' are not renamed. <br />
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Note that if your tracker account is renamed, members might have trouble identifying you later (different tracker account name & forum username).<br />
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Also the users cannot request existing account names so please check availability before asking.<br />
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====Forum registration is closed, what do I do?====<br />
Your main site account and forum account are linked. However, your forum account needs to be activated via your main site account. To do this, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings] page and scroll down to the checkbox that says "'''Enable Forum Account'''". Check the box, enter your password in the "Change password field" twice and click "'''Submit Changes'''". Your forum account will then be active.<br />
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=====How do I verify if my forum account is active?=====<br />
There are 2 ways to verify if you've successfully activated your forum account:<br />
* After you've enabled the account and saved the changes, the checkbox next to the '''"Enable Forum Account"''' field will remain checked and greyed out, followed with "Forum account enabled".<br />
* Alternatively you can double-check by clicking the Forum account link from your profile page. If you've activated it successfully you'll see your Forum Profile page, otherwise you'll encounter the following error: "The user whose profile you are trying to view does not exist."<br />
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=====I've confirmed I've activated my account, but every time I try to log in I get the "Wrong Password"=====<br />
If you are certain you've followed all the steps correctly and have not simply mistyped your password, please use the [http://bakabt.me/help.php Help Form] to explain your issue and we'll provide you with assistance as soon as possible.<br />
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==Account Pruning and Deletion==<br />
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====Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?====<br />
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Accounts are pruned after 11 months of disuse (i.e. not logging into the '''tracker account''' or seeding within 11 months). Accounts with 0 download and 0 upload are pruned earlier. (See also: "[[Account_Restrictions#Forum_Bans|Forum Account]]").<br />
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Donator accounts (people who've donated to BakaBT and received a donator status) have the option of disabling inactivity pruning, and safeguarding their account for as long as they choose. The option is disabled by default, and can be found in your settings page.<br />
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====My account is gone! Can you recover it?====<br />
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Unfortunately, we can't do anything about pruned accounts. If you were able to create a new account under the same name and/or e-mail address, it is proof that your old account is permanently gone.<br />
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====I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?====<br />
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Leave your account alone and it will be pruned after 11 months (See: "[[FAQ#Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?|Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?]]").<br />
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==User Classes==<br />
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====What are the different user classes?====<br />
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| Normal user, can choose to view hentai, can adopt torrents, can register in our forum. Cannot make torrent offers. <br />
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| '''Power User'''<br />
| Higher user, can view peer lists and report bad torrents or comments. Can make torrent offers. Has access to RSS feed. Maximum 5 slots available to a power user at any given moment in time. <br />
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| '''Uploader'''<br />
| Deprecated and merged with the Power User class.<br />
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| '''Power Uploader'''<br />
| These people can upload directly to the torrent pool without requiring moderator approval. These people are appointed by staff if deemed a trustworthy member of the BakaBT community. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
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| Appointed by Admins. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
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====How do I become a Power User?====<br />
Both seed and leech at least 25GB and have a ratio equal to or greater than 0.5 to maintain it.<br />
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====I just qualified as a Power User, but my status hasn't updated?====<br />
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User status updates every day. Give it 24-48 hours and [http://bakabt.me/help.php use the help form] if it still does not update.<br />
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==Warnings and Bans==<br />
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===I got a warning/was suspended/might be banned, what do I do?===<br />
See: "[[Account Restrictions|Warnings, Suspensions and Bans]]"<br />
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::'''I got warned but my hard drive crashed/ I got a virus/ Computer got thrown out of window/ Dog ate my homework/ Nobody really likes to leech my hentai/ etc so I lost all my files so I can't seed. Please unwarn me so I can download something to seed...'''<br />
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::If you racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt on a credit card and then suddenly lost your main source of income, do you think the credit card company is going to let you off with a debt writeoff (or even reactivate your card for more spending)?<br />
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::You got yourself into that situation, you'll have to [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|pull yourself out of it]].<br />
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::'''But I've turned over a new leaf, and I am now a dedicated seeder who will keep his/her torrents running 24/7. Please unwarn me.'''<br />
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::If you have indeed turned over a new leaf, prove it by fixing your ratio. We've [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|outlined a few ways for you to do so]].<br />
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==Privacy==<br />
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====Why is my IP displayed on my details page?====<br />
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Only you and the site staff can view your IP address and email. Other users cannot see that information.<br />
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====How do I hide torrents on my userpage?====<br />
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You can edit statistics display level through the [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page], in the '''User page''' tab.<br />
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====Does BakaBT store information on the things I download?====<br />
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Yes. This is a statistics-tracking site after all, so we store as much information as is needed to implement the features you find on this site. You can [[FAQ#How do I hide torrents on my userpage?|hide your torrent statistics]], but no requests for deletion of data from our database will be entertained.<br />
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= Torrent and Tracker Issues =<br />
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==Common Torrent Error Messages==<br />
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You are '''not''' even looking in the right place to find what the error actually is.<br />
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Find the trackers tab in your client, and see what status message is displayed next to the tracker url. Now you can troubleshoot further by referring to torrent error messages.<br />
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The tracker can not find a user associated with the [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent pass]] you're sending it in your announce URL.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Log in to your BakaBT account and re-download the torrent from the site.<br />
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'''Cause #2:'''<br><br />
The torrent is using an expired public key. Note: Public key is only valid until the end of the month.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Re-download the torrent file from the site.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The torrent you downloaded is not/no longer tracked by our tracker.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the torrent has been swapped, replaced or removed. We occasionally prune old obsolete torrents or material that have become [[Blacklist|blacklisted]].<br />
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If you have checked and verified that it is neither of these causes, then it may be a database error. [[FAQ#Report_problems_that_I_noticed.3F|Report]] the torrent (click on the exclamation mark beside the torrent title) and let us know. Note that you need to be logged in to your BakaBT account in order to make reports.<br />
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'''Note:''' This message also is present on new offers, since the torrent needs to be approved first in order to be registered with the tracker.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The tracker is down<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the tracker is momentarily offline, you can see the tracker status in the topic title on [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #BakaBT] channel. If it is down, there is nothing you can do except to wait for it to come back up. Leave your client running and stats will update correctly after the tracker is back online. If you stop torrents while it's down, they won't update.<br />
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If the tracker seems to be online and you're still having the problem, drop by the support channel at [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #bakabt-support] and we'll try to see what the problem actually is.<br />
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!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: access denied, torrents limit reached"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: use of this client is not allowed on our tracker, please see http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php"</span><br /><br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are downloading too many torrents.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Users are allowed to download 3 torrents at a time. Power Users are allowed to download 10 torrents at a time. You are allowed to seed an unlimited number of torrents, regardless of your class. Check your userpage to see which torrents you are already downloading.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your torrent client is not in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php whitelist].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Use a torrent client that is in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php whitelist]. See [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19305.0 this forum thread] for more information.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your ratio is too low and your account has been [[FAQ#I_got_a_warning.2Fwas_suspended.2Fmight_be_banned.2C_what_do_I_do.3F|warned]].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Seed more and improve your ratio.<br />
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<br />
==Common Torrent-related Problems==<br />
<br />
===Well known site errors===<br />
<br />
Errors in this section are considered to be well known. This means, other members have reported the error before and BakaBT experts are working to solve the problem or the problem is just temporary. Unless otherwise stated, you don't need to report the error again.<br />
<br />
====Some torrents on my userpage are listed in wrong tabs====<br />
<br />
You might see your torrents listed on the tabs where it is not supposed to be, this is a known bug.<br />
Examples:<br />
# Missing, appearing/disappearing torrents in tabs.<br />
# Torrents not in correct tabs<br />
# Torrents listed in multiple tabs<br />
<br />
====I've finished or cancelled a torrent. Why is it still listed in my userpage?====<br />
<br />
Some older clients do not report properly to the tracker when cancelling or finishing a torrent. In that case the tracker will keep waiting for the message - and thus listing the torrent as seeding or leeching - until the peer information timeout occurs. Just ignore it, it should go away after a few hours.<br />
<br />
====I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account====<br />
<br />
'''Cause #1:''' People are using your torrent key (you accidentally posted your [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent key]] publicly)<br><br />
'''Cause #2:''' You hot-linked to a .torrent file that is tagged with your passkey<br><br />
'''Cause #3:''' You posted a screenshot of your torrent program with your passkey visible<br><br />
'''Cause #4:''' You revealed your torrent passkey to one or more people<br><br />
'''Cause #5:''' You uploaded a .torrent file that has your passkey to another tracker.<br><br />
'''Cause #6:''' You sent a .torrent file that has your passkey to a friend, or hotlinked the torrent download button to him.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and generate a new key. All your old torrents will become invalid immediately, so <u>you will have to re-download your torrents</u>. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change before resuming your torrenting.<br />
<br />
To prevent similar issues occurring in future, do not hot-link to our torrent files (only link to the description page), and do not post your personal .torrent file (the one you download when logged in) to other trackers.<br />
<br />
====I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage====<br />
<br />
'''Cause:''' You downloaded a public torrent.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Log in and re-download the torrent.<br />
<br />
====My stats are not updating. What can I do?====<br />
<br />
Check that the torrent pass in your client's tracker announce URL matches the one shown on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. If it doesn't (or if it does, but you're still having problems), then: Remove the torrent entries from your torrent client. Re-download the .torrent files and open them in your client. Force a hash recheck and resume activity.<br />
<br />
If that doesn't help, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and regenerate your torrent pass. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change, then repeat the above step. Use only official non-beta clients.<br />
<br />
<br />
====Site stats are different compared to my BitTorrent Client for some torrents====<br />
<br />
Your BitTorrent client is responsible for reporting the torrent upload/download statistics data to the tracker. This data is transmitted in pre-determined intervals (i.e. 30mins) and is incremental which means only the upload/download amount during that period (or successful tracker connections) is sent to the tracker. This mechanism is defined by the BitTorrent Protocol and is not specific to BakaBT. Statistics accuracy is important and is ensured by limiting the BitTorrent clients allowed trough the BakaBT BitTorrent Client Whitelist. The data collected trough the tracker is then reflected to your statistics page on the BakaBT site.<br />
<br />
Under normal circumstances, this mechanism works as intended and your statistics for any torrent will be properly sent to the tracker by your BitTorrent client and you will see similar stats on your client and the BakaBT stats page.<br />
<br />
However, the following events can prevent this mechanism from working properly<br />
<br />
# client loses internet connectivity during seeding/leeching (uploading/downloading) and is closed prior to re-establishing a connection<br />
# client crashes due to an error or you forcefully terminate it<br />
# client cannot connect to the tracker despite retries (it will continue its P2P activity with the last successful peer list received)<br />
# tracker might be down for an unknown period of time<br />
# your ISP is intervening with your connection to the tracker by manipulating packets<br />
# administrative operations on the tracker/site software (data restore, upgrades)<br />
<br />
Due to these events, your statistics for a given torrent can be below what you expect it to be. <br />
Most BitTorrent clients will transmit the statistics data in the next successful connection when a tracker connection cannot be established immediately given that they are not closed.<br />
<br />
=== How is my traffic tracked? ===<br />
<br />
BakaBT uses a passkey system to identify each user. Your passkey can be found on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. When you announce, your passkey is used to identify you and to (very accurately) track your upload and download traffic, regardless of any IP changes. The passkey is automatically added to the announce URL of every torrent you download whilst logged in. <b>'''YOU MUST NEVER, EVER GIVE OUT YOUR PASSKEY TO ANY OTHER PERSON.'''</b> Doing so will result in [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|undesirable outcomes]]. We will not help to fix any bad ratios caused by user's negligence of the security of their torrent passkey.<br />
<br />
===What are bonus torrents?===<br />
Bonus torrents are torrents with few seeders or few leechers, the idea of the bonus system is to keep older torrents alive. Bonus torrents are marked with bonus torrent icon [[File:Bonus_icon.jpg]]. When you seed a bonus torrent (and have 100% complete file) you will earn 1 bonus point per hour per bonus torrent. You cannot earn more than 10 bonus points per hour even if you are seeding more than 10 bonus torrents at a time. <br />
<br />
Bonus points can be exchanged for upload credit on the [http://bakabt.me/bonus.php bonus page] (this means you can add an amount onto your 'uploaded' stat on your user page).<br />
<br />
Bonus status depends on the number of seeders as well as the seeder-to-leecher ratio, and a few other factors. And since the number of seeders and leechers on a torrent can change, a torrent can gain or lose bonus status as well.<br />
<br />
Bonus status is checked and updated every hour.<br />
<br />
=== Best practices ===<br />
<br />
If a torrent you are currently leeching or seeding is not listed on your userpage, stop the torrent and resume it again. (also see: [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage]]) Make sure you exit your client properly, so that the tracker receives the required information.If the tracker is down, do not stop seeding. Your traffic may not be tracked during downtime but as soon as the tracker is working again then your traffic will be tracked again.<br />
<br />
=== What BitTorrent clients can I use? ===<br />
<br />
See: "[[BT_Clients|Bittorrent Clients]]"<br />
<br />
=== Can I upload your torrents to other trackers? ===<br />
Yes. However, only post the public torrent files to other trackers, do not post the .torrent file you downloaded when logged in (otherwise [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|these things]] might happen). In other words, log out before downloading the torrent file if you intend to upload it to other trackers.<br />
<br />
(Of course, the torrent files you download through your torrent client are yours to do as you please.)<br />
<br />
==Using BakaBT from multiple machines==<br />
<br />
====Can I login from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes. But you are advised not to log in at the computer of another BakaBT user; the system may identify you as a multi-account user.<br />
<br />
See also: "[[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|Why was my account disabled?]]"<br />
<br />
====Can I seed from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes, '''but you may not seed the ''same'' torrent from two different computers/IPs''' as the tracker will not understand how you can be in two places at once, and doing so may cause problems. In the worst case, you may be auto-banned by the tracker.<br />
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<br />
==Freeleech==<br />
<br />
===What is Freeleech?===<br />
<br />
'''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''' symbol is used to indicate that a torrent is subject to '''Freeleech'''. <br />
<br />
When a torrent is flagged with this symbol, it means leeching that torrent will not affect your download amount and will not decrease your ratio. Meanwhile seeding that torrent will continue to improve your ratio and will increase your upload amount. This is an excellent way to improve your ratio. <br />
<br />
Torrents with specific type of content ([http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&hd=1&reorder=1&q=1080p 1080p torrents], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c7=1&reorder=1 Artbooks], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c8=1&reorder=1 Music Videos], and [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?ordertype=size&only=0&reorder=1&q=&order=1 torrents smaller than 100 MB]) are subject to Freeleech, this is to promote their distribution. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' Warned members can not benefit from Freeleech, as they are not allowed to leech.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' This behavior is controlled by the BakaBT tracker, this means as long as the torrent is flagged with '''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''', you can benefit from this feature during leeching even if you have downloaded the torrent file before it is flagged.<br />
<br />
====How often does global freeleech happen?====<br />
<br />
Almost never. Don't ask us when it will be happening because we will ignore you.<br />
<br />
====The tracker went down. What do I do?====<br />
<br />
You wait until the tracker comes back up.<br />
<br />
====Why did the tracker go down?====<br />
<br />
Imagine that you and a friend are working at a restaurant. All of a sudden 130,000+ people come into the restaurant and demand 10+ meals each. Obviously the restaurant can't handle that load and eventually shuts down. During its downtime, it will catch up on orders and eventually re-open. Same principle here, when too many people connect to the server, the server may become overloaded and shut down. Be patient, eventually the server will come back up.<br />
<br />
====What shouldn't I do?====<br />
<br />
* Do not Manually spam updates on the tracker. It will not help you connect faster; on the contrary, it puts extra strain on the server and may cause more downtime. That means you will not be able to enjoy the full benefits of the freeleech period. <br />
* Do not leech only. Part of the purpose of freeleech is to help you improve your ratio. It would be foolish if you leeched and don't seed.<br />
<br />
=Downloading/Seeding and Connection Issues=<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Questions==<br />
<br />
====What's the difference between seeding and uploading?====<br />
<br />
''Uploading'' is posting a new torrent to our tracker, where it will appear on the [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offered] or [http://bakabt.me/browse.php Browse] pages.<br />
<br />
''Seeding'' is uploading data to other users on a torrent after you have completed the download.<br />
<br />
====I don't see the leeching, seeding, seeded torrent tabs in my stats page (anymore)====<br />
As of September 29th, 2010 those tabs have been removed. You can see the torrents you are seeding/leeching on the ''Active'' tab. <br />
<br />
The BitTorrent protocol and clients are not designed to report the individual torrent status information in a way that the previous separate tabs mechanism could work as expected.<br />
<br />
====I have leeched/downloaded the torrents but some torrents won't seed====<br />
<br />
''Leeching'' a torrent requires seeders and the number of seeders generally determine how fast you can leech a torrent, higher the number of seeders - higher the download speed. Unfortunately this becomes a problem when you finish downloading the torrent and afterwards intend to seed it back because if there are too many seeders and no (or a small number of) ''leechers'' when you are seeding you won't get a chance to seed.<br />
<br />
An option is to continue seeding those torrents as much as possible and wait for the ratio for that torrent to reach 1.5 or alternatively you can download other torrent with more potential to ''seed'' (popular torrents with many ''leechers'')<br />
<br />
See also [[FAQ#Freeleech|Freeleech Torrents]]<br />
<br />
====I have some files on my computer, how do I seed them or upload them to BakaBT?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[FAQ#I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?|I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?]]" and "[[FAQ#Why can't I offer new torrents?|Why can't I offer new torrents?]]"<br />
<br />
====Why do I have to wait before I can download a new torrent?====<br />
<br />
When new torrents are uploaded, those with Power User (or higher) status are given 'first dibs'. By virtue of their good share ratio we trust that these users will stick around to help seed the torrent after they benefit from having exclusive access to the initial seeders. Other users must wait for the timer to expire before they can download the .torrent file.<br />
<br />
The amount of time you have to wait is proportional to the size of the torrent (the larger the torrent, the longer you have to wait). This is to encourage more people to become Power Users, and to build up a larger seed base before other users are permitted to join the swarm.<br />
<br />
====Why did an active torrent suddenly disappear?====<br />
# The torrent may have been replaced by a superior offer.<br />
# The uploader may have requested for its deletion, with an acceptable reason(s).<br />
# The torrent was requested to be removed by a 3rd party (usually in the form of a cease-and-desist letter).<br />
<br />
It happens from time to time and we regret that no alerts will be given prior to deletion. If this is unacceptable, we suggest that you get your files from other public trackers (such as Anirena, Minglong or Nyaa) instead, where torrents are less likely to be removed.<br />
<br />
====What is a torrent passkey?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|How is my traffic tracked?]]<br />
<br />
====I lost all my files, and I can't download or seed, help!====<br />
<br />
See: [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|Fixing Your Ratio]]<br />
<br />
==Connectivity and Speed Issues==<br />
<br />
If your question falls under any of these categories:<br />
# Cannot access BakaBT<br />
# Port number is '---'/other port-related issues<br />
# Proxying and proxies<br />
# Dynamic/static IPs and NAT<br />
# Slow downloading/uploading<br />
<br />
Kindly refer to the [[Troubleshooting]] section for more information.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Torrenting Issues==<br />
<br />
====I can't leech/seed a torrent====<br />
<br />
If the BakaBT tracker is preventing you from leeching/seeding a torrent, it will inform your client in the form of error messages through the trackers tab/pane. Look at the tracker status and refer to [[FAQ#Common Torrent Error Messages]]<br />
<br />
<br />
====I'm having trouble with this Bittorrent program, something's wrong with it====<br />
<br />
Do a search in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=7.0 Help section of the forums], and see if someone else has faced the same issue.<br />
<br />
If yours is a unique case, make a new post in the same section. Give clear and detailed information, and include links to the torrents you are having trouble with.<br />
<br />
''Note: We only provide help for [[BT Clients#Whitelist|whitelisted torrent clients]]. Support for other clients will not be provided.<br />
<br />
====What do I do if a torrent has no seeds?====<br />
<br />
Hop on the forums and post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=5.0 Reseed Request] section. Be sure to read the rules before posting.<br />
<br />
====I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[For First Timers#Seeding|Seeding]]"<br />
<br />
====What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?====<br />
<br />
BitTorrent clients check the data they receive for integrity. When a piece fails this check it is automatically re-downloaded. Occasional hash fails are a common occurrence, and you shouldn't worry.<br />
<br />
Some clients have an (advanced) option/preference to 'kick/ban clients that send you bad data' or similar. It should be turned on, since it makes sure that if a peer repeatedly sends you pieces that fail the hash check it will be ignored in the future.<br />
<br />
====The torrent is supposed to be 100MB. How come I downloaded 120MB?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?|What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?]]<br />
If your client receives bad data it will have to redownload it, therefore the total downloaded may be larger than the torrent size. Make sure the "kick/ban" option is turned on to minimize the extra downloads.<br />
<br />
====What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?====<br />
<br />
If you just want to fix it reboot your computer, it should solve the problem. Otherwise, see "[[Troubleshooting#What.27s_this_IOError_-_Error13_Permission_denied_error.3F|What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?]]".<br />
<br />
====Downloading or seeding is slow! How do I speed it up?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[Troubleshooting#Speed Issues|Troubleshooting: Speed Issues]]".<br />
<br />
= Torrent Offers and Adoptions =<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== Torrent Offer System ==<br />
<br />
====What does 'New' mean?====<br />
Newly offered torrents are not registered with the tracker until they are approved. Until then, they will not be available for download.<br /><br />
The time it takes for torrent approval varies and is dependent upon many different factors, so a reliable estimate cannot be given. <br />
<br />
====What does 'Semi-approved' mean?====<br />
<br />
Offers require the approval of two staff members before they are added to the tracker. 'Semi-approved' is the state an offer acquires when at least one staff member has granted it, but it is pending further approval.<br />
<br />
====What is 'On hold' status?====<br />
<br />
Pending notification for all offers that require more work. On hold status is usually followed with a reason.<br /><br />
Offers on hold are no longer counted on the 'Offered' page.<br />
<br />
====Why can't I offer new torrents?====<br />
<br />
Only Power Users can make new torrent offers, which will be granted or rejected by staff. Torrents offered by staff members and Power Uploaders are added to the torrent pool directly without going through the approval procedure.<br />
Non-Power Users can not make offers.<br />
<br />
====Is there a limit to the amount of offers I can make?====<br />
<br />
As a Power User you can offer a maximum of 5 torrents. When that limit has been reached you'll have to wait for staff to inspect one of your pending offers.<br />
<br />
====Why are rejected torrents in the Recently rejected section?====<br />
<br />
For rejected torrents, we will prune them after a minimum of 7 days, maximum of 30 days on the "recently rejected" list. While the torrents are in the recently rejected list, it will still occupy a slot on the uploader's account.<br />Please refrain from asking the admins or mods to prune the torrents before time.<br />
<br />
====I have another question related to torrents and offers====<br />
<br />
If it is any of the following questions:<br />
# What can I offer/not offer to BakaBT?<br />
# I have files that I would like to upload, how do I upload them here?<br />
# What should I put in the description?<br />
# How should I name my files?<br />
# What are good keywords for my torrent?<br />
# Why does it say "This torrent contains improper files, please swap the torrent file" on the torrent page?<br />
# What are "extra files" and what should I add?<br />
# How do I attach extra files?<br />
# What should I put in my torrents?<br />
# What is this torrent swapping feature?<br />
<br />
Kindly see: "[[How to make an offer]]"<br />
<br />
== Torrent Adoption System ==<br />
<br />
====Why should I adopt a torrent?====<br />
<br />
At the time of writing, no outright benefits are given for torrent adoption. You adopt because the description of a torrent does not sit right with you, and you have the irresistible urge to fix it, put it right and provide accurate information for future users of BakaBT who will chance upon said torrent.<br />
<br />
''Note: The adopter effectively becomes the new owner of the torrent. As such, he/she is expected to carry out the usual duties of the torrent owner. They'll be responsible for re-seeding the torrent if it dies (so adopters <u>must</u> have the torrent files), keep descriptions up to date, and make torrent swaps where necessary. Torrent adopting is not stamp-collecting.''<br />
<br />
''Note 2: Many users are under a false impression that adopting torrents will inadvertently fix your ratio or give you freeleech right even if you are warned. This is <u>'''false'''</u>.<br />
Only seeding can increase your ratio, and by adopting you are assumed to already have the files you planning to adopt and therefore seed.''<br />
<br />
====What should I do to ensure that my adoption request will be granted?====<br />
<br />
* Submit a proper reason for adoption. Tell us what you are going to fix, what you will add, what you will do with the torrent. If the reason for adoption is "I will fix the torrent", we're not likely to be convinced.<br />
* It helps if you have a portfolio.<br />
** Users who consistently submit good torrent descriptions (by adopting, or making torrent offers) will obviously be trusted more than users without said portfolio. So if you already have torrents in your ''Uploaded'' tab, do take a look at them and work on those first before adopting new torrents.<br />
** If you are a new user with no prior experience do not worry, we will sit you through the description-editing process and help you bring it up to speed, all you need is a willingness to learn and dedication to the adoption process.<br />
* Seed the torrent. While owners are not expected to seed the torrent files 24/7, being a seed on the peerlist gives us the assurance that you have the files are will be able to re-seed the torrent as and when the need arises.<br />
<br />
====What do I need to do after I adopt a torrent?====<br />
<br />
Bring it up to date, in accordance with the [[How_to_make_an_offer#Description_Content|torrent description content guidelines]]. Keep tabs on it, and re-seed the torrent if it dies (has 0 seeders).<br />
<br />
====What if I want to replace the torrent files with a better, superior version?====<br />
<br />
[http://bakabt.me/upload.php Make a new torrent offer], and add a comment, giving the URL of the torrent you wish to replace. The adoption system is meant for fixing torrents, not replacing them.<br />
<br />
= Is there an RSS feed available for BakaBT? =<br />
<br />
RSS Feeds are only available for Power Users. You will see the RSS Feed link appear when you become one.<br />
<br />
To get fast updates on newly approved torrents alternatively you can join [irc://irc.rizon.net/BakaBT #BakaBT] where all new approvals are announced by our bot.<br />
<br />
= Can I add an RSS feed in my torrent client? =<br />
<br />
No. RSS feature is purely for informative purpose, automatic torrent leeching via RSS is not supported.<br />
<br />
= How can I get an avatar on the Blog? =<br />
<br />
Wordpress has its own Avatar-System with which you can have the same avatar on all Wordpress-Blogs you have an account on.<br />
<br />
For this you have to go to [http://www.gravatar.com/ Gravatar] and sign up with your e-mail address with which you created your account on the blog<br />
Wait for the e-mail with the activation-key, click on the link and enter the needed information.<br />
<br />
After logging in click on <u>"Add one by clicking here"</u>, choose the location of the avatar and resize the box to fit your avatar.<br />
Now you only have to choose a rating for it and you are finished.<br />
<br />
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<br />
<br />
= What if I can't find the answer to my problem here? =<br />
<br />
So, after reading all that, you still can't find a solution? Read on. Post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/ forums], by all means. You'll find it's a friendly and helpful place, '''provided you follow a few basic guidelines''':<br />
* You might have missed a few wiki pages. Did you know we also have the following wiki pages?<br />
# [[Site Rules]]<br />
# [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]]<br />
# [[Troubleshooting]]<br />
# [[Account Restrictions]]<br />
# [[How to make an offer]]<br />
# [[Format Preferences|What we allow on BakaBT]]<br />
* Make sure your problem has not been answered in this FAQ. There's no point in posting just to be sent back here amidst a torrent of angry remarks telling you not to waste other people's time.<br />
* Before posting, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">'''read the stickied topics'''</span> (the ones at the top of each subforum page). Many times, new information that still hasn't been incorporated in the FAQ can be found there.<br />
* Help us in helping you. Do '''not''' just say "it doesn't work!". Provide details so that we don't have to guess or waste time asking. What client do you use? What's your OS? What's your network setup? What's the exact error message you get, if any? What are the torrents you are having problems with? The more details you give the easier it will be for us, and the more likely your post will get a useful reply, as opposed to a reply that just asks for more information.<br />
* PLEASE make an effort to make your posts readable. There is nothing worse than trying to decipher a post that looks like it was written by someone mashing their face on the keyboard. Perfect spelling isn't necessary, but basic grammar and punctuation definitely helps.<br />
* ... and needless to say: be polite. Demanding help rarely works. Asking nicely for it usually does the trick.<br />
* '''DO NOT''' send a private message to a staff member. If you don't wish to post in the forums, use [http://bakabt.me/help.php the help form] instead, or ask on the [[IRC|IRC channel]].<br />
* To prove that you have read this FAQ before seeking help, please quote the words 'Amorphous Plate Wiggle' in your post. We are quite serious. Failure to do so will result in your thread being locked immediately or your help request being ignored. This phrase is subject to change.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6045Buying Bitcoins2015-07-29T14:17:36Z<p>Duki: Added additional Limit order screenshots and walktrough</p>
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<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to '''buy Bitcoins'''.<br />
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<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
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==PayPal==<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
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Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
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===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
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====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
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Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
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[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
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* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
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Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
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[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
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* '''Activate your account'''<br />
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Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
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* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
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After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change you password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
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[[File:Password.png]]<br />
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Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
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====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
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[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
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'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
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====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
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There are 2 methods of placing an order. One is placing a '''market order''' (fast, simple), and the other is by placing the '''limit order''' (better exchange rate, takes a bit of time)<br />
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=====Market order=====<br />
Placing a Market order is simple. Enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to exchange, and it will automatically calculate how many SLL you'll get per EUR. It's instant, but the exchange rates are high, so you'll be getting less bitcoin that you normally could.<br />
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[[File:Market order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
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'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
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=====Limit order=====<br />
Placing a Limit order is just a bit more advanced, but you can get a better exchange rate than you can with a market order. It can take some time to complete (few minutes to a few hours), depending on the price you set for it.<br />
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To place a Limit order follow the [https://www.virwox.com/place_order.php?instr=1&type=LIMIT Limit order] link on the exchange page.<br />
Next enter the amount of EUR/USD you want to sell and the price you want to sell them at. Now for this it is best to consult the '''Current Market Depth''' table and pick the price you want.<br />
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Ideally you want most SLL you can get, however do keep in mind that if you pick a very high price point it may take a long time to complete entirely. The field for the SLL will already be filled with the current best market price available, however you can change that to a bit more, and it will still get filled reasonably quickly.<br />
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[[File:Limit order EUR-SLL.png]]<br />
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If the order isn't getting filled, you can always cancel it and start over.<br />
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====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL. Same as previously, you can pick Market order for instant exchange, or a Limit order for a better exchange rate.<br />
<br />
=====Market order=====<br />
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[[File:Market_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
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=====Limit order=====<br />
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It's similar as before, with one difference - you're entering how much you want to pay, so ideally you want to pay as less as possible. So again examine the Current Market depth table and pick a price you want to sell at. If you enter a price slightly above the lowest highlighted price, your order is likely to fill up fairly quickly, but if you pick a lower value you'll have to wait some time until someone accepts your order.<br />
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[[File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png]]<br />
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As to how many bitcoins you can actually buy, you can always choose a value you roughly calculated that you can afford (have enough SLL), but don't worry when you click next there is a confirm button with the calculated value of how many SLL are needed for that transaction. In case you undershot or overshot it, you can always go back and adjust the value accordingly.<br />
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====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
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'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
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==Credit Cards==<br />
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[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
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[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
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[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
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[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
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[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
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[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=File:Limit_order_BTC-SLL.png&diff=6044File:Limit order BTC-SLL.png2015-07-29T14:09:15Z<p>Duki: </p>
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=Introduction to Fansub Downloading=<br />
New to Bittorrent? Your first time watching a fansub? This section answers your questions and serves as your initiation into the fansub and Bittorrent community.<br />
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Most people watch anime either from online video-streaming sites (e.g. Crunchyroll), or from download sites that download the video file first before it is played. Here, we only cover the downloading method, since the video-streaming method should be quite easy to figure out.<br />
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==Downloading==<br />
===How do I download fansubs from the internet?===<br />
There are generally 4 ways to download anime online:<br />
# From [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XDCC IRC]<br />
# Via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client Bittorrent] trackers<br />
# Directly downloading from a website/server<br />
# Through other P2P networks, e.g. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EDonkey_network eDonkey network] (aka Ed2k network).<br />
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!Downloading via IRC<br />
!Downloading via Bittorrent<br />
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|border="5"|To download using IRC, you need an [[IRC#IRC Clients|IRC client]]. A quick guide to downloading using IRC can be found [http://ronin.soldats.net/leech_guide.html here] and [http://www.anime-world-ruka.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2775&sid=a2a5cb2af31e4e226c82fcaf929db281 here].<br />
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Sources for files on IRC:<br />
#Distro IRC bots, which you can usually find in the fansub group's IRC channel (if you don't know where, you can find information on [http://anidb.net AniDB])<br />
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|To download via Bittorent, you need a torrent file and [[BT Clients|Bittorrent client]]. The torrent site provides you with small file called a "torrent" (size 0-100KB), and this file contains the metadata about the files to be downloaded and tracker information, and this file(torrent) can be opened with any bittorrent client (such as [http://www.utorrent.com utorrent]), then you can choose the location of the download and the files to be downloaded (if you don't want to download the whole torrent).<br />
<br />
Sources for torrent files:<br />
#Public trackers (e.g. Nyaa) or torrent aggregators (e.g. AnimeSuki or TokyoTosho)<br />
#Private trackers and semi-private trackers (Membership accounts may be required)<br />
<br />
BakaBT is a public tracker with membership benefits; you can use our torrents without an account, by registering an account you get some benefits in exchange for keeping a good upload-to-download ratio.<br />
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!Direct Downloading<br />
!Other P2P Methods<br />
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|-valign="top"<br />
|To download using Direct links, there are two methods:<br />
#Using the direct link to the file itself that is hosted on private server (service usually paid by the person who provides the links).<br />
#Using links to download from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File_hosting_service file hosting service], mostly free for both, who provides the links and the downloader.<br />
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|To download using Ed2k network, you will need Ed2k links and [http://www.emule-project.net Ed2k client].<br />
<br />
# To get the direct links you will need to look for them yourself either by using [http://www.google.com google], or participating on Internet forums that provide these links.<br />
#To get Ed2k links you can search for them using the Ed2k client search function, or by using search engines such as [http://www.net2search.com/?lang=en&keyword=&order=0&filetype=0&listcount=9999&highlight=0&page=1 net2search].<br />
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==Seeding==<br />
===I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?===<br />
Once your download has completed, most clients will continue to run the torrent in seeding mode until the ratio is 1:1. If this is not the case, try some of these steps:<br />
# Simply press Start on your torrent again. Some clients might stop torrents that have finished downloading.<br />
# Check your client's settings regarding how much a torrent should be seeded to before stopping. Your settings may be preventing seeding.<br />
:* e.g., uTorrent's 'Torrent Properties' dialogue box for each torrent has an adjustable ratio target. It automatically stops the torrent when you hit the target ratio or seeding time.<br />
<br />
If you have removed the torrent from your torrent client but still have the downloaded files on your disk, read on to learn how to re-seed the files.<br />
<br />
<br />
===I downloaded public BakaBT torrents before creating an account here. How do I seed back those files so that it counts for my account?===<br />
The easiest way is to remove the public versions and re-download those .torrent files while you are logged in and target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content. The method is similar to and explained in [[#Re-seeding_Downloaded_Files_with_Different_Clients|Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients]] below.<br />
<br />
Another way is to replace the ''BakaBT public tracker URL'' in the previously downloaded torrent(s) with the ''tracker URL'' found in any of the torrents you have downloaded when you are logged in. You can make the necessary changes using your BitTorrent client.<br />
<br />
Your leech/seed statistics will count toward your account stats only if you seed with a private torrent, which you have downloaded when you are logged in. Previous peer-to-peer activity with the public torrent ''will not be reflected on your account'' and ''it will not be visible in your torrent list on the site'' even if you continue to seed the same torrent (identical info_hash).<br />
<br />
'''Warning:''' <br />
*Edits made to the torrent on the BitTorrent client will not be save to the .torrent file, so changes to the Tracker URL may be lost.<br />
*Make sure that you have only 1 (one) tracker URL entry in the ''torrent's trackers list''. This might be the case if you open your newly downloaded private torrent file before you remove the public version of it on the BitTorrent client.<br />
<br />
===Why am I not seeding?===<br />
Seeding depends on other people connecting to you and downloading, it's not everyone who will instantly get to seed, we take turns, which happens more often than not here because everything in BakaBT is heavily seeded, which means that there are more people seeding stuff than leeching (downloading). Basically, think of it like the economy, if there are more sellers (seeder) than buyers (leecher), then the sellers don't get the sell much on average because there are just too little buyers. Just keep seeding, and check your user page to see if your torrents are active or not.<br />
<br />
==Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients==<br />
===I downloaded a torrent that wasn't on BakaBT. How do I seed it towards my account?===<br />
First make sure that the torrent has the exact same files that are on BakaBT. Once verified, you can do any of these actions:<br />
<br />
*The cleanest method is to remove the old torrent from your client and re-download those .torrent files from BakaBt while you are logged in and target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content.<br />
*If you do not wish to remove the non-Bakabt torrent, simply don't remove the old torrent. After you target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content, your client should create a separate torrent with a single tracker within it, and all should be well. If it doesn't, manually stop the torrent and refer to the clean method above. Note that if you or your client combines the torrents and stacks the trackers, you will be banned (see below).<br />
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IMPORTANT: Make sure that you have only 1 (one) tracker URL entry in the torrent's trackers list. Stacked trackers may occur if you open your newly downloaded private torrent file before you remove the public version of it on the BitTorrent client or if you add trackers to existing torrents. DO NOT add private trackers (like BakaBt) to existing torrents: due to the way trackers report stats, your ratio will be artificially inflated and you will be banned.<br />
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===Azureus=== <br />
If you have downloaded something but removed it from Azureus and wish to seed it again, follow these steps:<br />
<br />
Please Note: You must re-download the .torrent file.<br />
# Go to Azureus > File > Open > Torrent File...<br />
# Select the .torrent file for the data from its location on your hard drive<br />
# Select the location where the file you want to seed is stored<br />
# Wait for Azureus to finish checking the file. When it does, the file will move automatically from the download window into the seeding window <br />
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If the torrent does not move into the seeding window on its own: Right-click on newly created entry in the download window of the My Torrents view. Select Force Re-check. The value in the 'Done' column will count from 0% to 100%. Upon reaching 100%, the file will be moved to the seeding list on the bottom of the My Torrents tab.<br />
<br />
If you do not have the original .torrent file but the original data, try this:<br />
# Download the file again<br />
# Azureus will check it out<br />
# Azureus will move it to the seeding list (the process is very quick) <br />
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''(taken from Azureus wiki)''<br />
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===uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up)===<br />
'''Note:'''<br />
'''For more recent versions of utorrent, the alternative way as described in the next section below has been having better success rate.'''<br />
<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in uTorrent, but do not start it yet (''uncheck'' the "Start Torrent" checkbox).<br />
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[[File:Torrentwindowannot.png]]<br />
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# Click on the ". . ." button at the end of the directory name display, and browse to the folder where the files are.<br />
# In Windows Explorer, make sure the filenames in the folder match the filenames in the torrent filelist.<br />
## If some/all of the filenames do not match, uTorrent allows you to relocate them, so as to avoid renaming. <br />
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[[File:Torrentrelocate.png]]<br />
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# Click "Ok" in the Add Torrent dialog box. The torrent should now appear in your torrent window in stopped state.<br />
# Right-click on it, and select "Force recheck". uTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up. <br />
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[[File:Recheck.png]]<br />
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# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, uTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
<br />
===uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up) Alternative way===<br />
<br />
<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in uTorrent and let it start (leave "start torrent" checked) <br />
# Wait some time. 5 seconds should be enough.<br />
# Stop the torrent.<br />
# Now navigate to the directory where the files are (according to the example above, the directory would be:"F:\utorrent\[AHQ] Gungrave 01-26 [Dual Audio] H264,AAC,5.1")<br />
# Delete all the files inside that directory (if any exist)<br />
# Move (or copy) the files you have to that directory<br />
# Now go back to utorrent<br />
# Right-click on the torrent you just added, and select "Force recheck". uTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up. <br />
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[[File:Recheck.png]]<br />
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# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, uTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===Official BitTorrent 6===<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in BitTorrent, but do not start it yet (''uncheck'' the "Start Torrent" checkbox).<br />
# Click on the ". . ." button at the end of the directory name display, and browse to the folder where the files are.<br />
# In Windows Explorer, make sure the filenames in the folder match the filenames in the torrent filelist.<br />
## If some/all of the filenames do not match, BitTorrent allows you to relocate them, so as to avoid renaming.<br />
### In the files tab right click the file and select relocate.<br />
### Browse to the original file, select it and click save.<br />
### Repeat the process for all files that have different names.<br />
# Click "Ok" in the Add Torrent dialog box. The torrent should now appear in your torrent window in stopped state.<br />
# Right-click on it, and select "Force recheck". BitTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up.<br />
# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, BitTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===Transmission 1.7x===<br />
For users of Mac OS X and most Linux distributions (possibly other OS's as well):<br />
<br />
#Navigate to Preferences > Transfers, and make sure "Display 'adding transfer' options window" is checked. <br />
#Open the torrent with Transmission. The Add window should pop up, with options for which files to download, destination, etc. <br />
#Click "Verify Local Data", and if your anime is still in the folder Transmission downloads to, it should update everything to 100% complete. <br />
#After this, simply click Add, and it should immediately start seeding.<br />
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=The BakaBT Way=<br />
If you haven't already noticed, we do things a little differently from other trackers. Our main goals are:<br />
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<span style="font-size:14pt;">1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Leave no torrent unseeded.'''</span><br />
:Every torrent on BakaBT should have at least one seeder and be downloadable.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Archive quality content.'''</span><br />
:As far as possible, we archive the highest-quality release for each show.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Keep detailed information.'''</span><br />
:All files should be well-described, so that downloaders know what they are downloading. Information about the show is kept sparse as that is easily found on anime/manga encyclopedia sites.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Remain easily accessible.'''</span><br />
:There is no point in keeping an extensive archive if only a few people can download from it.<br />
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In line with these goals, torrent content on BakaBT is moderated by a strict set of rules and guidelines. Over the years we've built up a community that has come to accept these rules. If you'd like your stay to be a pleasant one, we highly suggest getting acquainted with these rules, and fitting yourself into the community rather than trying to change the community from the outset.<br />
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For starters, reading the [[Site Rules|Rules]] and [[FAQ]] is always a good idea.<br />
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==Managing Your Ratio on BakaBT==<br />
While one's ratio does not describe everything about oneself, it remains quite evident that users with a decent ratio are more likely to get useful responses and replies than users with a poor ratio, so maintaining a good ratio is important if you have an account. Here, we list some tips to help you keep your ratio decent.<br />
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!width:"50%"|Throttle<br />
!width:"50%"|Prioritize<br />
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|width:"50%"|If you're a first-time BakaBT user with not-many files for seeding, it is likely that you will start off by downloading some torrents. More astute users would have noticed that many of our torrents have a very high seeder:leecher ratio, which means it will be quite hard for you to seed back quickly. What do you do then?<br />
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The easiest way to manage this would be to throttle your download bandwidth. Your ratio is calculated by amount uploaded divided by amount downloaded, so the slower you download, the slower your ratio drops (do the math). Unless the torrent has enough leechers on it that you can upload at a decent speed, we advise you to make sure you don't kill your ratio too quickly yet.<br />
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|width:"50%"|While downloading big files, usually longer series and OVAs, it is always a good idea to set individual file download priority. That way you will be a partial seeder even while leeching and there is a bigger chance that another peer will connect and request packets from you rather then the seeder.<br />
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This can easily be achieved in most common [[BT_Clients|recommended clients]] by choosing the files tab and setting download priority to high, normal or low. Some clients may have 3-6 priority levels.<br />
*uTorrent for example allows users to highlight multiple files, and has a "Prioritize by File Order" option (available in the right-click context menu) that ranks priority from 15 (highest) to 1 (lowest) based on the order they are in. This means you will usually get the first file downloaded first, the second file downloaded second, etc. Not only does this allow you to watch the first episodes before the batch completes, but other users with the same idea in mind are more likely to utilize you as a seeder if you do this.<br />
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==Fixing Your Ratio==<br />
Oops, a little too late; so you've gone ahead and grabbed everything that caught your eye the moment the new account restrictions were lifted. Yes, you knew you should have read the Wiki and FAQ and known better... but too little too late. Well, things aren't hopeless yet, and if you are patient and willing enough to put in the effort you can pull your ratio back to a decent number.<br />
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===I got warned, I have no files so I can't seed or download. Woe is me===<br />
BakaBT is not the only source of downloadable anime. Try [[For First Timers#How do I download fansubs from the internet?|the sources listed above]]. You'll be surprised at how much stuff is available outside of BakaBT. Download something that's recent and in demand, and seed it here to fix your ratio. You can organize the browse list by leechers to see what is in demand. Downloading the files for [[offer]]s that will be approved soon and seeding those is also a good way to fix your ratio.<br />
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===Wow, that's too much trouble for me, I don't think I'm quite cut out for that===<br />
While we're not quite financially in the red, [http://bakabt.me/donate.php a little economic boost] is always welcome. It's a simple idea; you donate money, and in return, you get more uploaded data on your tracker statistics. Donations are open at the start of the month, and are closed when the server cost has been covered.<br />
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Currently we accept donations through a number of payment processors (depending on your region) and anonymous donations over flattr.<br />
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===Oh dear, I'm going to have to sell my house, car and dog to have enough to fix my ratio. Anything cheaper and faster?===<br />
You might want to try a seedbox service. Not much will be said about them here, but if you ask [[IRC|the right people]] they might point you in the right direction.<br />
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===All those options are too pricey or would take too long, can't you just unwarn me if I ask nicely?===<br />
No.<br />
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===Can I just delete my account and start all over again then?===<br />
No.<br />
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'''See also:''' [[FAQ#I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?|I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?]]<br />
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==Being An Astute Seeder==<br />
There's some of us who love seeding just for the sake of seeding, and there's those of us who love seeding just to make sure nothing goes unseeded (leave no torrent behind!). Then there's some of us who are aiming for the Top 10. Here's some tips on getting your ratio up quickly:<br />
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!The [[Offers]] Page<br />
!Bonus Torrents<br />
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|The [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offers page] shows torrents which are pending approval. Hang out there long enough and you'll see which torrents are likely to be approved. Quickly get the files (which are usually available from the fansub group's distro tracker or IRC bots), sit in tight and wait for the torrent to be approved. If you start early on the torrent, you are more likely to get more uploaded.<br />
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Of course, this only works if you are a [[FAQ#User_Classes|Power User]]; non-power users will have to wait for the end of the swarm period.<br />
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|The exchange rate for bonus points isn't that high, but if your bandwidth speed is low then you will want to use everything at your disposal, especially [[FAQ#What_are_bonus_torrents.3F|bonus torrents]]. There are some old torrents that are perpetually seeder-starved. Browse the torrent list and sort by the number of seeders (or just filter for bonus torrents), pick some that have few seeders and one or two leechers if not more. Keep them seeding!<br />
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The trick to this is to keep those torrents going, the bonus status may drop depending on the number and ratio of seeders, but as they say, a watched pot never boils. Pick about 10-12 of these seeder-starved torrents, and just keep them going for as long as possible. Don't pick too many (unless you're a seeder who likes to keep these torrents seeded, which is a different story), otherwise you might spend too much bandwidth on bittorrent protocol overhead.<br />
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=Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition=<br />
''Bah, this is too hard! I'll just hack my stats and get off scot-free.''<br />
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Good luck if you decide to go this route, but before you decide to try, let us outline why this is not a good idea (unless you're just doing it for the challenge):<br />
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==We are a public tracker==<br />
That means if maintaining a ratio is too tough for you or you just don't like to seed, you can simply choose not to register and still use our torrents. Sure you will not be able to use some of the privileges our members have, but it's certainly far easier than trying to stat-hack in an astute manner.<br />
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==Stat-hackers are permanently banned==<br />
If the ratio on your registered account drops to the pits, your account simply gets warned. If you simply can't (or choose not to) make up the deficit, you can still abandon your account and use the tracker as a public leecher. Try to stat-hack on your account though, and that's a permaban for you — no second chance, not even as a public leecher.<br />
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==We don't listen to pleas==<br />
''"Please, I didn't know, all the other trackers I was on before this tolerated it."''<br /><br />
''"I didn't know it was stat-hacking, my friend just passed me this program and I just used it."''<br /><br />
''"My friend said he could help me increase my upload, I didn't know he was stat-hacking. Sorry, can you please just remove the extra upload and unban me?"''<br />
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No, no and no. We don't care. You registered an account, you better take the time to learn the rules. Better luck reading the FAQ next time.<br />
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=Introduction to Forums=<br />
New to forums? Want to avoid stepping on people's toes and looking stupid? We highly recommend you [http://aviswebsite.co.uk/forumhelp/ read this first].<br />
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The guide may be a little outdated, but it holds true in spirit and principle. Make your own mental edits for modern terms and trends.<br />
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=More Information=<br />
==Where can I learn more about codecs/anime/manga/Japanese culture?==<br />
[http://www.google.com Google] is your friend. For specific information on Japanese animations, these are the main resources:<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php AnimeNewsNetwork (ANN)] provides detailed staff and cast information for each release, and also lists news related to each anime, as well as licensing information (which is not always up to date, so take it with a pinch of salt).<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://anidb.net AniDB] provides detailed information on fansub releases, as well as an extensive collection of categories and tags to tell you what to expect from each anime.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://myanimelist.net/ MyAnimeList (MAL)] is a quick and no-hassle way to catalog your anime or manga collection. Also good for reviews, recommendations, discussion, and basic anime information and staff.<br />
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!width="33%"|Wikipedia<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://www.anime-planet.com Anime-Planet] has a really easy list management system, as well as a user-contributed recommendation system which might help you find more anime that you might enjoy.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://en.wikipedia.org Wikipedia] is a good source to learn about everything related to the anime. This site will include extra information that you usually won’t find on the anime databases (not necessarily important though).<br />
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For specific information on manga, there's [http://www.mangaupdates.com MangaUpdates], [http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/manga.php AnimeNewsNetwork (ANN)], and [http://myanimelist.net/ MyAnimeList (MAL)].<br />
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Probably the fastest way to learn is still by hanging out in the fansub chat channels on Rizon, or just by reading discussions on [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php our forums].</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=For_First_Timers&diff=6022For First Timers2015-04-25T13:38:10Z<p>Duki: /* uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up) */</p>
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=Introduction to Fansub Downloading=<br />
New to Bittorrent? Your first time watching a fansub? This section answers your questions and serves as your initiation into the fansub and Bittorrent community.<br />
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Most people watch anime either from online video-streaming sites (e.g. Crunchyroll), or from download sites that download the video file first before it is played. Here, we only cover the downloading method, since the video-streaming method should be quite easy to figure out.<br />
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==Downloading==<br />
===How do I download fansubs from the internet?===<br />
There are generally 4 ways to download anime online:<br />
# From [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XDCC IRC]<br />
# Via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client Bittorrent] trackers<br />
# Directly downloading from a website/server<br />
# Through other P2P networks, e.g. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EDonkey_network eDonkey network] (aka Ed2k network).<br />
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!Downloading via IRC<br />
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|border="5"|To download using IRC, you need an [[IRC#IRC Clients|IRC client]]. A quick guide to downloading using IRC can be found [http://ronin.soldats.net/leech_guide.html here] and [http://www.anime-world-ruka.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2775&sid=a2a5cb2af31e4e226c82fcaf929db281 here].<br />
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Sources for files on IRC:<br />
#Distro IRC bots, which you can usually find in the fansub group's IRC channel (if you don't know where, you can find information on [http://anidb.net AniDB])<br />
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|To download via Bittorent, you need a torrent file and [[BT Clients|Bittorrent client]]. The torrent site provides you with small file called a "torrent" (size 0-100KB), and this file contains the metadata about the files to be downloaded and tracker information, and this file(torrent) can be opened with any bittorrent client (such as [http://www.utorrent.com utorrent]), then you can choose the location of the download and the files to be downloaded (if you don't want to download the whole torrent).<br />
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Sources for torrent files:<br />
#Public trackers (e.g. Nyaa) or torrent aggregators (e.g. AnimeSuki or TokyoTosho)<br />
#Private trackers and semi-private trackers (Membership accounts may be required)<br />
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BakaBT is a public tracker with membership benefits; you can use our torrents without an account, by registering an account you get some benefits in exchange for keeping a good upload-to-download ratio.<br />
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!Direct Downloading<br />
!Other P2P Methods<br />
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|To download using Direct links, there are two methods:<br />
#Using the direct link to the file itself that is hosted on private server (service usually paid by the person who provides the links).<br />
#Using links to download from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File_hosting_service file hosting service], mostly free for both, who provides the links and the downloader.<br />
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|To download using Ed2k network, you will need Ed2k links and [http://www.emule-project.net Ed2k client].<br />
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# To get the direct links you will need to look for them yourself either by using [http://www.google.com google], or participating on Internet forums that provide these links.<br />
#To get Ed2k links you can search for them using the Ed2k client search function, or by using search engines such as [http://www.net2search.com/?lang=en&keyword=&order=0&filetype=0&listcount=9999&highlight=0&page=1 net2search].<br />
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==Seeding==<br />
===I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?===<br />
Once your download has completed, most clients will continue to run the torrent in seeding mode until the ratio is 1:1. If this is not the case, try some of these steps:<br />
# Simply press Start on your torrent again. Some clients might stop torrents that have finished downloading.<br />
# Check your client's settings regarding how much a torrent should be seeded to before stopping. Your settings may be preventing seeding.<br />
:* e.g., uTorrent's 'Torrent Properties' dialogue box for each torrent has an adjustable ratio target. It automatically stops the torrent when you hit the target ratio or seeding time.<br />
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If you have removed the torrent from your torrent client but still have the downloaded files on your disk, read on to learn how to re-seed the files.<br />
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===I downloaded public BakaBT torrents before creating an account here. How do I seed back those files so that it counts for my account?===<br />
The easiest way is to remove the public versions and re-download those .torrent files while you are logged in and target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content. The method is similar to and explained in [[#Re-seeding_Downloaded_Files_with_Different_Clients|Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients]] below.<br />
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Another way is to replace the ''BakaBT public tracker URL'' in the previously downloaded torrent(s) with the ''tracker URL'' found in any of the torrents you have downloaded when you are logged in. You can make the necessary changes using your BitTorrent client.<br />
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Your leech/seed statistics will count toward your account stats only if you seed with a private torrent, which you have downloaded when you are logged in. Previous peer-to-peer activity with the public torrent ''will not be reflected on your account'' and ''it will not be visible in your torrent list on the site'' even if you continue to seed the same torrent (identical info_hash).<br />
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'''Warning:''' <br />
*Edits made to the torrent on the BitTorrent client will not be save to the .torrent file, so changes to the Tracker URL may be lost.<br />
*Make sure that you have only 1 (one) tracker URL entry in the ''torrent's trackers list''. This might be the case if you open your newly downloaded private torrent file before you remove the public version of it on the BitTorrent client.<br />
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===Why am I not seeding?===<br />
Seeding depends on other people connecting to you and downloading, it's not everyone who will instantly get to seed, we take turns, which happens more often than not here because everything in BakaBT is heavily seeded, which means that there are more people seeding stuff than leeching (downloading). Basically, think of it like the economy, if there are more sellers (seeder) than buyers (leecher), then the sellers don't get the sell much on average because there are just too little buyers. Just keep seeding, and check your user page to see if your torrents are active or not.<br />
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==Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients==<br />
===I downloaded a torrent that wasn't on BakaBT. How do I seed it towards my account?===<br />
First make sure that the torrent has the exact same files that are on BakaBT. Once verified, you can do any of these actions:<br />
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*The cleanest method is to remove the old torrent from your client and re-download those .torrent files from BakaBt while you are logged in and target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content.<br />
*If you do not wish to remove the non-Bakabt torrent, simply don't remove the old torrent. After you target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content, your client should create a separate torrent with a single tracker within it, and all should be well. If it doesn't, manually stop the torrent and refer to the clean method above. Note that if you or your client combines the torrents and stacks the trackers, you will be banned (see below).<br />
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IMPORTANT: Make sure that you have only 1 (one) tracker URL entry in the torrent's trackers list. Stacked trackers may occur if you open your newly downloaded private torrent file before you remove the public version of it on the BitTorrent client or if you add trackers to existing torrents. DO NOT add private trackers (like BakaBt) to existing torrents: due to the way trackers report stats, your ratio will be artificially inflated and you will be banned.<br />
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===Azureus=== <br />
If you have downloaded something but removed it from Azureus and wish to seed it again, follow these steps:<br />
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Please Note: You must re-download the .torrent file.<br />
# Go to Azureus > File > Open > Torrent File...<br />
# Select the .torrent file for the data from its location on your hard drive<br />
# Select the location where the file you want to seed is stored<br />
# Wait for Azureus to finish checking the file. When it does, the file will move automatically from the download window into the seeding window <br />
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If the torrent does not move into the seeding window on its own: Right-click on newly created entry in the download window of the My Torrents view. Select Force Re-check. The value in the 'Done' column will count from 0% to 100%. Upon reaching 100%, the file will be moved to the seeding list on the bottom of the My Torrents tab.<br />
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If you do not have the original .torrent file but the original data, try this:<br />
# Download the file again<br />
# Azureus will check it out<br />
# Azureus will move it to the seeding list (the process is very quick) <br />
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''(taken from Azureus wiki)''<br />
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===uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up)===<br />
'''Note:'''<br />
'''For more recent versions of utorrent, the alternative way as described in the next section below has been having better success rate.'''<br />
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# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in uTorrent, but do not start it yet (''uncheck'' the "Start Torrent" checkbox).<br />
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# Click on the ". . ." button at the end of the directory name display, and browse to the folder where the files are.<br />
# In Windows Explorer, make sure the filenames in the folder match the filenames in the torrent filelist.<br />
## If some/all of the filenames do not match, uTorrent allows you to relocate them, so as to avoid renaming. <br />
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[[File:Torrentrelocate.png]]<br />
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# Click "Ok" in the Add Torrent dialog box. The torrent should now appear in your torrent window in stopped state.<br />
# Right-click on it, and select "Force recheck". uTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up. <br />
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[[File:Recheck.png]]<br />
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# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, uTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up) Alternative way===<br />
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# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in uTorrent and let it start (leave "start torrent" checked) <br />
# Wait some time. 5 seconds should be enough.<br />
# Stop the torrent.<br />
# Now navigate to the directory where the files are (according to the example above, the directory would be:"F:\utorrent\[AHQ] Gungrave 01-26 [Dual Audio] H264,AAC,5.1")<br />
# Delete all the files inside that directory (if any exist)<br />
# Move (or copy) the files you have to that directory<br />
# Now go back to utorrent<br />
# Right-click on the torrent you just added, and select "Force recheck". uTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up. <br />
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[[File:Recheck.png]]<br />
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# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, uTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=42451 '''Here's a similar question you may have'''].<br />
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===Official BitTorrent 6===<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in BitTorrent, but do not start it yet (''uncheck'' the "Start Torrent" checkbox).<br />
# Click on the ". . ." button at the end of the directory name display, and browse to the folder where the files are.<br />
# In Windows Explorer, make sure the filenames in the folder match the filenames in the torrent filelist.<br />
## If some/all of the filenames do not match, BitTorrent allows you to relocate them, so as to avoid renaming.<br />
### In the files tab right click the file and select relocate.<br />
### Browse to the original file, select it and click save.<br />
### Repeat the process for all files that have different names.<br />
# Click "Ok" in the Add Torrent dialog box. The torrent should now appear in your torrent window in stopped state.<br />
# Right-click on it, and select "Force recheck". BitTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up.<br />
# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, BitTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===Transmission 1.7x===<br />
For users of Mac OS X and most Linux distributions (possibly other OS's as well):<br />
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#Navigate to Preferences > Transfers, and make sure "Display 'adding transfer' options window" is checked. <br />
#Open the torrent with Transmission. The Add window should pop up, with options for which files to download, destination, etc. <br />
#Click "Verify Local Data", and if your anime is still in the folder Transmission downloads to, it should update everything to 100% complete. <br />
#After this, simply click Add, and it should immediately start seeding.<br />
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=The BakaBT Way=<br />
If you haven't already noticed, we do things a little differently from other trackers. Our main goals are:<br />
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<span style="font-size:14pt;">1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Leave no torrent unseeded.'''</span><br />
:Every torrent on BakaBT should have at least one seeder and be downloadable.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Archive quality content.'''</span><br />
:As far as possible, we archive the highest-quality release for each show.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Keep detailed information.'''</span><br />
:All files should be well-described, so that downloaders know what they are downloading. Information about the show is kept sparse as that is easily found on anime/manga encyclopedia sites.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Remain easily accessible.'''</span><br />
:There is no point in keeping an extensive archive if only a few people can download from it.<br />
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In line with these goals, torrent content on BakaBT is moderated by a strict set of rules and guidelines. Over the years we've built up a community that has come to accept these rules. If you'd like your stay to be a pleasant one, we highly suggest getting acquainted with these rules, and fitting yourself into the community rather than trying to change the community from the outset.<br />
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For starters, reading the [[Site Rules|Rules]] and [[FAQ]] is always a good idea.<br />
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==Managing Your Ratio on BakaBT==<br />
While one's ratio does not describe everything about oneself, it remains quite evident that users with a decent ratio are more likely to get useful responses and replies than users with a poor ratio, so maintaining a good ratio is important if you have an account. Here, we list some tips to help you keep your ratio decent.<br />
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|width:"50%"|If you're a first-time BakaBT user with not-many files for seeding, it is likely that you will start off by downloading some torrents. More astute users would have noticed that many of our torrents have a very high seeder:leecher ratio, which means it will be quite hard for you to seed back quickly. What do you do then?<br />
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The easiest way to manage this would be to throttle your download bandwidth. Your ratio is calculated by amount uploaded divided by amount downloaded, so the slower you download, the slower your ratio drops (do the math). Unless the torrent has enough leechers on it that you can upload at a decent speed, we advise you to make sure you don't kill your ratio too quickly yet.<br />
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|width:"50%"|While downloading big files, usually longer series and OVAs, it is always a good idea to set individual file download priority. That way you will be a partial seeder even while leeching and there is a bigger chance that another peer will connect and request packets from you rather then the seeder.<br />
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This can easily be achieved in most common [[BT_Clients|recommended clients]] by choosing the files tab and setting download priority to high, normal or low. Some clients may have 3-6 priority levels.<br />
*uTorrent for example allows users to highlight multiple files, and has a "Prioritize by File Order" option (available in the right-click context menu) that ranks priority from 15 (highest) to 1 (lowest) based on the order they are in. This means you will usually get the first file downloaded first, the second file downloaded second, etc. Not only does this allow you to watch the first episodes before the batch completes, but other users with the same idea in mind are more likely to utilize you as a seeder if you do this.<br />
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==Fixing Your Ratio==<br />
Oops, a little too late; so you've gone ahead and grabbed everything that caught your eye the moment the new account restrictions were lifted. Yes, you knew you should have read the Wiki and FAQ and known better... but too little too late. Well, things aren't hopeless yet, and if you are patient and willing enough to put in the effort you can pull your ratio back to a decent number.<br />
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===I got warned, I have no files so I can't seed or download. Woe is me===<br />
BakaBT is not the only source of downloadable anime. Try [[For First Timers#How do I download fansubs from the internet?|the sources listed above]]. You'll be surprised at how much stuff is available outside of BakaBT. Download something that's recent and in demand, and seed it here to fix your ratio. You can organize the browse list by leechers to see what is in demand. Downloading the files for [[offer]]s that will be approved soon and seeding those is also a good way to fix your ratio.<br />
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===Wow, that's too much trouble for me, I don't think I'm quite cut out for that===<br />
While we're not quite financially in the red, [http://bakabt.me/donate.php a little economic boost] is always welcome. It's a simple idea; you donate money, and in return, you get more uploaded data on your tracker statistics. Donations are open at the start of the month, and are closed when the server cost has been covered.<br />
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Currently we accept donations through a number of payment processors (depending on your region) and anonymous donations over flattr.<br />
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===Oh dear, I'm going to have to sell my house, car and dog to have enough to fix my ratio. Anything cheaper and faster?===<br />
You might want to try a seedbox service. Not much will be said about them here, but if you ask [[IRC|the right people]] they might point you in the right direction.<br />
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===All those options are too pricey or would take too long, can't you just unwarn me if I ask nicely?===<br />
No.<br />
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===Can I just delete my account and start all over again then?===<br />
No.<br />
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'''See also:''' [[FAQ#I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?|I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?]]<br />
<br />
==Being An Astute Seeder==<br />
There's some of us who love seeding just for the sake of seeding, and there's those of us who love seeding just to make sure nothing goes unseeded (leave no torrent behind!). Then there's some of us who are aiming for the Top 10. Here's some tips on getting your ratio up quickly:<br />
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!The [[Offers]] Page<br />
!Bonus Torrents<br />
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|The [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offers page] shows torrents which are pending approval. Hang out there long enough and you'll see which torrents are likely to be approved. Quickly get the files (which are usually available from the fansub group's distro tracker or IRC bots), sit in tight and wait for the torrent to be approved. If you start early on the torrent, you are more likely to get more uploaded.<br />
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Of course, this only works if you are a [[FAQ#User_Classes|Power User]]; non-power users will have to wait for the end of the swarm period.<br />
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|The exchange rate for bonus points isn't that high, but if your bandwidth speed is low then you will want to use everything at your disposal, especially [[FAQ#What_are_bonus_torrents.3F|bonus torrents]]. There are some old torrents that are perpetually seeder-starved. Browse the torrent list and sort by the number of seeders (or just filter for bonus torrents), pick some that have few seeders and one or two leechers if not more. Keep them seeding!<br />
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The trick to this is to keep those torrents going, the bonus status may drop depending on the number and ratio of seeders, but as they say, a watched pot never boils. Pick about 10-12 of these seeder-starved torrents, and just keep them going for as long as possible. Don't pick too many (unless you're a seeder who likes to keep these torrents seeded, which is a different story), otherwise you might spend too much bandwidth on bittorrent protocol overhead.<br />
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=Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition=<br />
''Bah, this is too hard! I'll just hack my stats and get off scot-free.''<br />
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Good luck if you decide to go this route, but before you decide to try, let us outline why this is not a good idea (unless you're just doing it for the challenge):<br />
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==We are a public tracker==<br />
That means if maintaining a ratio is too tough for you or you just don't like to seed, you can simply choose not to register and still use our torrents. Sure you will not be able to use some of the privileges our members have, but it's certainly far easier than trying to stat-hack in an astute manner.<br />
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==Stat-hackers are permanently banned==<br />
If the ratio on your registered account drops to the pits, your account simply gets warned. If you simply can't (or choose not to) make up the deficit, you can still abandon your account and use the tracker as a public leecher. Try to stat-hack on your account though, and that's a permaban for you — no second chance, not even as a public leecher.<br />
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==We don't listen to pleas==<br />
''"Please, I didn't know, all the other trackers I was on before this tolerated it."''<br /><br />
''"I didn't know it was stat-hacking, my friend just passed me this program and I just used it."''<br /><br />
''"My friend said he could help me increase my upload, I didn't know he was stat-hacking. Sorry, can you please just remove the extra upload and unban me?"''<br />
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No, no and no. We don't care. You registered an account, you better take the time to learn the rules. Better luck reading the FAQ next time.<br />
<br />
=Introduction to Forums=<br />
New to forums? Want to avoid stepping on people's toes and looking stupid? We highly recommend you [http://aviswebsite.co.uk/forumhelp/ read this first].<br />
<br />
The guide may be a little outdated, but it holds true in spirit and principle. Make your own mental edits for modern terms and trends.<br />
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=More Information=<br />
==Where can I learn more about codecs/anime/manga/Japanese culture?==<br />
[http://www.google.com Google] is your friend. For specific information on Japanese animations, these are the main resources:<br />
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!width="33%"|MAL<br />
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|-valign="top"<br />
|width="33%"|[http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php AnimeNewsNetwork (ANN)] provides detailed staff and cast information for each release, and also lists news related to each anime, as well as licensing information (which is not always up to date, so take it with a pinch of salt).<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://anidb.net AniDB] provides detailed information on fansub releases, as well as an extensive collection of categories and tags to tell you what to expect from each anime.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://myanimelist.net/ MyAnimeList (MAL)] is a quick and no-hassle way to catalog your anime or manga collection. Also good for reviews, recommendations, discussion, and basic anime information and staff.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://www.anime-planet.com Anime-Planet] has a really easy list management system, as well as a user-contributed recommendation system which might help you find more anime that you might enjoy.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://en.wikipedia.org Wikipedia] is a good source to learn about everything related to the anime. This site will include extra information that you usually won’t find on the anime databases (not necessarily important though).<br />
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For specific information on manga, there's [http://www.mangaupdates.com MangaUpdates], [http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/manga.php AnimeNewsNetwork (ANN)], and [http://myanimelist.net/ MyAnimeList (MAL)].<br />
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Probably the fastest way to learn is still by hanging out in the fansub chat channels on Rizon, or just by reading discussions on [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php our forums].</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6021Buying Bitcoins2015-04-25T13:16:14Z<p>Duki: </p>
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<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to buy Bitcoins.<br />
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<span style="color:red">'''Warning:''' Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.</span><br />
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== PayPal ==<br />
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[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
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Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
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===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
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====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
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* '''Open a free account'''<br />
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Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
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[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
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* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
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Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
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[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
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* '''Activate your account'''<br />
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Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
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* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
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After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change you password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
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[[File:Password.png]]<br />
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Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
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====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
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[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
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'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
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====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
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[[File:Safe_image-1.png]]<br />
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'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen shown above requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
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====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL.<br />
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[[File:Safe image-2.png]]<br />
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====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
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[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
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'''Important!!!'''<br />
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There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
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[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
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==Credit Cards==<br />
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[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
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[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
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[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
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[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
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==Bank Transfer==<br />
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'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
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[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
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[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
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[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
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[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=6020Main Page2015-04-25T13:10:57Z<p>Duki: /* Guides & Resources */</p>
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Welcome to the BakaBT Wiki. We have a lot of useful information here.<br />
For general problems (such as with your PC or BitTorrent in general), start with Google.<br />
For anything BakaBT-related, take the following steps:<br />
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<b>Step 01:</b> Search our Wiki database. Use phrases like "video playback" or "torrent error" to get better results. You can look at our information index down below or in our [[FAQ]] which contains the most commonly asked questions.<br />
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<b>Step 02:</b> If the Wiki didn't have what you were looking for, go to our [http://forums.bakabt.me forums] and seek answers there. We advise all to do a forum search before posting in a thread in the appropriate location. Chances are your question has already been answered.<br />
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<b>Step 03:</b> Ask us on [[IRC]]. Our support channel, [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] is located on Rizon! Have patience and our staff will get to you as soon as possible. If you do not wish to use IRC, proceed to Step 04.<br />
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<b>Step 04:</b> All the above steps failed! What now? Use our help form. When filling out the form, be descriptive and detailed. Have patience. Our staff will try and help out as soon as possible.<br />
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'''NOTE:''' Only ask for help through one of the above means. Don't ask on the forums or on IRC <u>until you've read the wiki and FAQ</u>. And don't use the help form unless it can't be asked on the forums or on IRC. ''Spamming all support channels with the same question simultaneously is a sure way to piss site staff off.''<br />
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=Mission Statement=<br />
<div style="font-size:120%; background-color: #f4f4f4; border:gray 1px solid; margin:20px 150px 5px 150px; padding:10px; color:black; text-align:center;">... to archive anime and make it available to future generations of anime-watchers ...</div><br />
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=Important Information=<br />
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* [[Site Rules|Rules you ''must'' follow]] ''(Site Rules)''<br />
* [[For First Timers|How to seed and earn ratio!]] ''(For First Timers)''<br />
* [[FAQ|Most questions are answered here]] ''(FAQ)''<br />
* [[BT_Clients#BitTorrent_Clients|BitTorrent clients we allow]] ''(Whitelist)''<br />
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* [[How to make an offer|Offering a torrent]] ''(Description Guide)''<br />
* [[Format Preferences|What is accepted]] ''(Format Preferences)''<br />
* [[DO NOT UPLOAD|DO NOT UPLOAD!]] <span style="color:red;">''(Blacklist)''</span><br />
* [[How to create torrent files|How to create .torrent files to upload here]]<br />
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* [[Guide to Uploading Manga|Tips for manga uploads]]<br />
* [[Offer Templates|Description templates]]<br />
* [[Convert FLAC to MP3|How to convert FLAC files to MP3 files]]<br />
* [[Track listings with foobar2000|One-step track listings with foobar2000]]<br />
* [[Screenshots|Adding screenshots to your description]]<br />
* [[Image Compression]]<br />
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!width="33%"|Other problems?<br />
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* [[Account Restrictions|Why was I warned/disabled/banned?]] ''(Account Restrictions)''<br />
* [[For First Timers#Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients|How to seed files I already have]]<br />
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* [[Troubleshooting|General Troubleshooting]]<br />
* [[The BakaBT Website|Visual Guide to BakaBT's Website]]<br />
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=Guides & Resources=<br />
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_(protocol) About the Bittorrent protocol]<br />
* [[BT Terminology]]<br />
* [[BT Clients]]<br />
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* [[IRC|Quick Guide to IRC]]<br />
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* [[Mac Video Playback]]<br />
* [[Linux Video Playback]]<br />
* [[Windows Video Playback]]<br />
* [[Common Playback Problems]] ''(Still needs a ton of work)''<br />
* [http://www.cccp-project.net/wiki/index.php?title=Installation_Walkthrough CCCP Installation Walkthrough] (with screencaps)<br />
* [[Hi10P]]<br />
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* [[BBCode|Guide to BakaBT's BBCode]]<br />
* [[Containers|Video/Audio Containers]] ''(Needs work)''<br />
* [[Codecs|Video/Audio Codecs]] ''(Needs information and verification)''<br />
* [[Terminology|Glossary of Terms]] ''(Needs work)''<br />
* [[Photoshop]]<br />
* [[Patching]] (xdelta)<br />
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* [[Buying Bitcoins|Newbie's guide for buying Bitcoins]]<br />
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=Staff=<br />
* [[Staff List]] - List of BakaBT Staff members.<br />
* [[Fansub\Distro Members]] - List of Fansub group members on BakaBT.<br />
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=To Do List=<br />
*[[CCCP]] ''(Raw Version)''<br />
* What is [[Anime]]?'' (still needs some work)''<br />
* [[Manga]] ''(Also needs work)''<br />
* [[Keywords]] (Needs tremendous work)<br />
* [[DXVA]] (Needs fact checking and styling)</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6019Buying Bitcoins2015-04-24T15:13:21Z<p>Duki: /* PayPal */</p>
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<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to buy Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
'''Warning: Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.'''<br />
<br />
== PayPal ==<br />
<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change you password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-1.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen shown above requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe image-2.png]]<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to '''48 hours''' before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Withdrawal.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=File:Withdrawal.png&diff=6018File:Withdrawal.png2015-04-24T15:09:55Z<p>Duki: </p>
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<div></div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Buying_Bitcoins&diff=6016Buying Bitcoins2015-04-13T18:42:26Z<p>Duki: Buying Bitcoins (the newbie version)</p>
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<div>This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to buy Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
'''Warning: Please be careful with your money. When sending money to an exchange or seller you are trusting that the operator will not abscond with your funds and that the operator maintains secure systems that protect against theft -- internal or external. It is recommended that you obtain the real-world identity of the operator and ensure that sufficient recourse is available. Because Bitcoin services are not highly regulated a service can continue operating even when it is widely believed that it is insecure or dishonest and webpages recommending them (including these) may not be regularly updated. Exchanging or storing significant amounts of funds with third-parties is not recommended.'''<br />
<br />
== PayPal ==<br />
<br />
[http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/2293/how-can-i-buy-bitcoin-via-a-credit-card-or-paypal '''You can't directly buy Bitcoins using PayPal'''], because it is risky for the seller, and therefore few sellers will offer this. There are basically 3 reasons for that:<br />
*The buyer of bitcoins can always perform a chargeback and there is no way for the seller to contest that<br />
*There are many hacked accounts and when PayPal realizes that such an account has been fraudulently used, they will also perform a chargeback<br />
*PayPal doesn't like bitcoin, as the bitcoin network is in direct competition to it. They will ban accounts that have anything to do with Bitcoins, and freeze their balance.<br />
<br />
Having said that there is a workaround that can be done in order to use Paypal to buy Bitcoins but it holds within it higher transaction fees. Using the Virtual World Exchange you can buy Second Life Lindens (SLL) with Paypal and then convert your SLL to Bitcoins. This process will charge you transaction fees of around 6% but will let you purchase Bitcoins pretty quickly as opposed to a wire transfer. The reason this method works is because you do not buy Bitcoins with Paypal directly, you only buy SLL with Paypal (which is acceptable by Paypal's TOS) and then exchange your SLL to Bitcoin.<br />
<br />
===Workaround for PayPal===<br />
<br />
====Step 1 - signing up on VirWox====<br />
Go to [https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox].<br />
VirWox is an exchange of virtual currency, you can buy there Lindens, Bitcoins, and more…<br />
<br />
* '''Open a free account'''<br />
<br />
Click on the “not registered yet” on the top of the left sidebar to open up a new account as shown here:<br />
<br />
[[File:Not-registered.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Fill out your details'''<br />
<br />
Fill out your username and email address. Where it asks for “avatar name” just leave it at “No Avatar”, it doesn’t matter, since you’re not going to play Second Life.<br />
<br />
[[File:Avatar.png]]<br />
<br />
* '''Activate your account'''<br />
<br />
Once you clicked “register” you will get an email confirmation with your password. Open the email, copy the password and log back into VirWox.<br />
<br />
* '''IMPORTANT!!! Change your password!'''<br />
<br />
After clicking the confirmation link it is advised you change you password as shown below since you will be transferring money through this site.<br />
<br />
[[File:Password.png]]<br />
<br />
Do not worry about the message saying “Your avatar connection has not been validated yet” – it is irrelevant.<br />
<br />
====Step 2 - Fund your account through PayPal/Skrill/Credit Card====<br />
Click on deposit on the left side and choose PayPal Express. Fund the account with how many USD/EUR you’d like.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' From now on for each transaction you will make there will be a fee – make sure you are aware of the relevant deposit and withdrawal fees.<br />
<br />
====Step 3 - Buy SLL====<br />
Go to Exchange -> USD/SLL on the left side. You can also go to any other currency you deposited. Buy SLL (Second Life Lindens). We will later on exchange these SLL to Bitcoins.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-1.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' If you haven’t made a deposit yet you will get the screen shown above requesting you to deposit before you buy SLL.<br />
<br />
====Step 4 - Buy BTC====<br />
Once you have SLL in your account, go to the BTC/SLL and buy Bitcoins with your SLL.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe image-2.png]]<br />
<br />
'''Important!!!'''<br />
<br />
There will be a manual review by VirWox after this step for new accounts that haven't executed orders before. This can take up to 48 hours before you receive your bitcoins.<br />
<br />
====Step 5 - Withdraw your Bitcoins====<br />
Choose “Withdraw” on the left side and send the Bitcoins to your wallet, or you can directly withdraw to the address you will receive from BakaBT.<br />
<br />
[[File:Safe_image-3.png]]<br />
<br />
==Credit Cards==<br />
<br />
[https://www.virwox.com/ VirWox] - The Virtual World Exchange accepts all major credit cards (via Paypal or Skrill) and allows you to buy SLL which you can then trade to Bitcoin. Using this method is faster then most options but has larger transaction fees involved.<br />
<br />
[https://www.coinmama.com/ CoinMama] uses Western Union to allow you to purchase Bitcoins through your credit card. This service is not available in the US.<br />
<br />
[https://www.trucoin.com/ Trucoin] - allows users to buy Bitcoin with credit and debit cards. Trucoin is the first properly licensed money service business to offer this service and serves U.S. customers in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, American Samoa, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wake Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming, with more states and worldwide locations coming soon.<br />
<br />
[https://coin.mx/ CoinMX] - Accepts worldwide users (mainly from the US). you can use your credit card to fund your CoinMX account and buy BTC or LTC currencies. Requires verification of identity by sending a video holding a government issued ID (e.g. passport) to the site.<br />
<br />
==Bank Transfer==<br />
<br />
'''US Only!!''' [https://www.coinbase.com/ Coinbase] allows you to buy and sell bitcoin instantly by connecting any U.S. based bank account. You need an account number and routing number, which can be found on a check. A credit card can be optionally linked to your account as well. Coinbase also acts as a bitcoin wallet which can store the bitcoin once it is purchased. Ideal for beginners first getting involved in bitcoin.<br />
<br />
[https://www.expresscoin.com/ expresscoin] [https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Expresscoin (info)] allows customers to buy Bitcoin with a bank wire transfer. Specific instructions of all payment methods are referenced in the [https://www.expresscoin.com/how How To Buy] page.<br />
<br />
[https://bittylicious.com/ Bittylicious] allows customers to purchase Bitcoins using an extremely simple interface. All customers need to do is to enter their Bitcoin address and email address and choose how many coins they want. If customers want to purchase more than the default (usually around £50/EUR 55/$80) then they just need to sign up and do some sort of verification. UK bank transfers, Euroean SEPAs, iDEAL and Mister Cash are all accepted.<br />
<br />
[https://www.kraken.com/ Kraken] allows verified users to buy and sell bitcoin using USD and EUR by depositing via wire transfer. Other national currencies can be converted to USD or EUR at transfer. Kraken is an exchange and the market is determined by orders.<br />
<br />
[https://www.belgacoin.com/ Belgacoin] allows you to buy bitcoins via SEPA transfer. It is fast, secure and cheap. No registration needed. All you need to do is to complete the order form and to make the payment. Upon receipt of your payment, it will process your order, and send your Bitcoin into your wallet directly, or by email.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=File:Safe_image-3.png&diff=6015File:Safe image-3.png2015-04-13T18:15:44Z<p>Duki: </p>
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For anything BakaBT-related, take the following steps:<br />
<br />
<br />
{|border="1"<br />
|style="border:none;"|<span style="font-size:14pt;font-weight:bold;">How to search effectively</span><br />
<br />
<b>Step 01:</b> Search our Wiki database. Use phrases like "video playback" or "torrent error" to get better results. You can look at our information index down below or in our [[FAQ]] which contains the most commonly asked questions.<br />
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<b>Step 02:</b> If the Wiki didn't have what you were looking for, go to our [http://forums.bakabt.me forums] and seek answers there. We advise all to do a forum search before posting in a thread in the appropriate location. Chances are your question has already been answered.<br />
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<b>Step 04:</b> All the above steps failed! What now? Use our help form. When filling out the form, be descriptive and detailed. Have patience. Our staff will try and help out as soon as possible.<br />
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'''NOTE:''' Only ask for help through one of the above means. Don't ask on the forums or on IRC <u>until you've read the wiki and FAQ</u>. And don't use the help form unless it can't be asked on the forums or on IRC. ''Spamming all support channels with the same question simultaneously is a sure way to piss site staff off.''<br />
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* [[Convert FLAC to MP3|How to convert FLAC files to MP3 files]]<br />
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* [[Common Playback Problems]] ''(Still needs a ton of work)''<br />
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* [[Terminology|Glossary of Terms]] ''(Needs work)''<br />
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* [[Staff List]] - List of BakaBT Staff members.<br />
* [[Fansub\Distro Members]] - List of Fansub group members on BakaBT.<br />
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*[[CCCP]] ''(Raw Version)''<br />
* What is [[Anime]]?'' (still needs some work)''<br />
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Archives selected for widespread use and compatibility.<br /><br />
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*Groups A, B and C have 2 slots each, for the best available '''single-audio''' and '''multi-audio''' releases.<br />
*If the best available release* happens to be multi-audio, only one slot will be used.<br />
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''* Releases are judged on video, audio and subtitles. A multi-audio release that is, '''in all three aspects''', comparable to or better than a single-audio release will displace it.''<br />
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Each video group will hold no more than 2 releases, one per slot (single-audio/multi-audio).<br />
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** A lower-bitrate option may be granted in Group D for lower-spec machines.<br />
* A release with lower video quality, but has better subtitles than existing releases.<br />
* Other notable exceptions, to be decided by staff.<br />
** E.g. PSNR's HDTV release of GitS movie, which has video quite different from the filtered Blurays.<br />
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HDTV/DVD rips are ''temporarily'' allowed if complete Bluray rips are more than a month away. These will be replaced once the Bluray release is uploaded.<br />
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* '''[Groups] [Title] [Episode number] [CRC]''' - source of the video (TV, DVD or Bluray) may be added as well, but is optional.<br />
* '''[BBT-RMX] [Groups] [Title] [Episode number] [CRC]''' - alternative naming if the remux is intended specifically for BakaBT.<br />
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* We allow up to 2 manga releases (best scanlation version and possibly an industry scan) for each manga series.<br />
* We only allow 1 release (best quality version) for artbooks and/or other printed material. Exceptions may apply on a case-by-case basis.<br />
* Exceptions may be granted for completely serialised manga that are not completely scanlated '''and''' have no active scanlators working on it.<br />
* Exceptions may be granted for incomplete manga up to the end of the latest story arc if the manga has at least 10 volumes published '''or''' has been serialised for over 5 years.<br />
** Exceptions may be granted if an incomplete manga has no active scanlators.<br />
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We only allow 2 versions of any OST album/compilation:<br />
* '''(Group B)''' 1 [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lossless lossless] release, in FLAC format<br />
** All other lossless formats should be converted to FLAC before uploading.<br />
** FLAC offers must be in one-file-per-track format.<br />
* When editing the torrent, lossless torrents should be set to Group B, and lossy should be set to Group C.<br />
* '''(Group C)''' 1 [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lossy lossy] release, in MP3 format<br />
** Best quality possible, i.e. '''320kbps [http://wiki.hydrogenaudio.org/index.php?title=CBR CBR]''' or '''v0 [http://wiki.hydrogenaudio.org/index.php?title=VBR VBR]'''<br />
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* .md5<br />
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* Translation notes (for certain anime series or manga)<br />
* Timed subtitles (.ass/.srt/,sub), in '''English only'''. Subtitle files for other languages should be attached as extra files if so desired.<br />
* Album cover scans (for soundtrack/single albums)<br />
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*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/1039574/ghost_killer.html ghost_killer]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=1039574 Forum profile]<br />
*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/1543679/mianghuei.html mianghuei]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=1543679 Forum profile]<br />
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*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/1412304/Raito.html Raito]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=1412304 Forum profile]<br />
*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/1180220/Sherlock.html Sherlock]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=1180220 Forum profile]<br />
*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/691042/Southrop.html Southrop]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=691042 Forum profile]<br />
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*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/134345/newy.html newy]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=134345 Forum profile]<br />
===Adult Arbiters:===<br />
*'''[http://bakabt.me/user/939293/pingryanime.html pingryanime]''' - [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=profile;u=939293 Forum profile]</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=FAQ&diff=5924FAQ2014-04-19T21:10:01Z<p>Duki: /* Account Pruning and Deletion */ - updated information</p>
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==What makes BakaBT different?==<br />
There are many anime torrent sites but BakaBT is unique in the quality of our content. Our goal is to provide torrents [[Site Rules#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines|only for completed anime or anime-related material]] and [[How_to_make_an_offer#Is_your_offer_the_highest-quality_offer_around.3F|we pick only the best versions]]. We do not accept public submissions; only [[FAQ#User Classes|Power Users and Power Uploaders]] may do so.<br />
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All [[FAQ#Torrent Offer System|submissions are thoroughly checked]] before they are added to our [http://bakabt.me/browse.php ever-growing list of series]; by ''ever-growing'', we really mean ever-growing in the sense that even old torrents are still seeded. Our mantra in short: '''quality over quantity''', and '''ease-of-use'''.<br />
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==How do I...==<br />
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====Bookmark a torrent or remove a bookmarked torrent?====<br />
Click on the star icon labelled 'Bookmark' next to the torrent title at the top of every torrent page. If the star icon appears grey, the torrent is not bookmarked; If it is yellow, the torrent is bookmarked.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have bookmarked will show up under the 'Bookmarked' tab (below your 'Uploaded' tab).<br />
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====Add a torrent to my wishlist?====<br />
Click on the scroll icon labelled 'Wishlist' next to the torrent title. If the scroll icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your wishlist; If the scroll appears blue, the torrent is in your wishlist.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your wishlist will show up under the 'Wishlist' tab (below your 'Bookmarked' tab).<br />
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====Get notified on torrent swaps and new comments for a torrent?====<br />
Click on the bell icon labelled 'Notify me' next to the torrent title. If the bell icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your notify list; If the bell appears golden, the torrent is in your notify list.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your notify list will show up under the 'Notify' tab (below your 'Wishlist' tab).<br />
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====Report problems that I noticed?====<br />
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::<p>The report function brings a torrent or a comment to moderators' attention. Use this function if:<br />
::# A torrent does not comply with [[Site Rules|site rules]] (e.g., if it is [[Blacklist|blacklisted material]])<br />
::# It has corrupted files<br />
::# The link is broken (i.e., you are unable to download the .torrent file)<br />
::# Image links are broken (PM the uploader first; if you get no reply after a week then report it). Please note that a single broken image is not grounds for reporting, if all other images conform to the rules. Report if images are of wrong resolution, don't have subtitles or are in the wrong format.<br />
::# A better version of the torrent exists (Note that we do allow XViD releases. TV fansubs are allowed alongside DVD rips with only R1 subtitles). Please link us to the newer torrent in that case.<br />
::# Other torrent-related problems (e.g. groupings not set or incorrectly set)<br />
::# Reporting a torrent for unrelated reasons will incur warnings; and bans will be issued if abuse continues. In other words, don't report a torrent just because you don't like the user, or because you are having trouble getting a good download speed on it.<br />
::<br />
::To report a torrent, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the torrent title. If the exclamation mark icon appears grey, the torrent has not been reported; If the exclamation mark appears red, the torrent has been reported (by you or someone else).</p><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Comments</span>''<br />
::<br />
::<p>Report comments if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They constitute useless spam (such as 'seed this' or 'approve this').<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|tracker guidelines]].<br />
::<br />
::To report a comment, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the 'Quote' button in the upper-right corner of the comment box. If the icon is labelled 'REPORTED' in capital letters, the comment has been reported to site staff and will be dealt with soon.</p><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Forum Posts</span>''<br />
::<br />
::<p>Report forum posts if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Forum Guidelines|forum guidelines]].<br />
::<br />
::The report link for forum posts is at the bottom-right corner of each forum post.</p><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Stat-Hackers</span>''<br />
::<br />
::<p>If you find people with downright impossible torrent statistics, post a link to their userpage in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=10172.0 this forum thread] and include a reason for suspicion.</p><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Site Errors</span>''<br />
::<br />
::<p>Errors you get with site behaviour (especially if you get error messages) can be reported in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=14438.0 Site Errors forum thread]. Read the first post and do a quick search before reporting; someone might have reported the problem already.</p><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Other Reports</span>''<br />
<br />
::<p>Reports regarding other things (that do not have a proper reporting channel) may be reported using the [http://bakabt.me/help.php help form]. '''Do not abuse this feature'''.</p><br />
<br />
==Why is some content on the blacklist?==<br />
The [[Blacklist#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines]] are self-explanatory. We are quite specific about the kind of animation we archive, and also require that they meet certain quality standards.<br />
<br />
Stuff on the [[Blacklist#Material not allowed on BakaBT|blacklist]] is there because it is liable to get BakaBT into *trouble*.<br />
<br />
==What information about me does BakaBT store? Is it secure?==<br />
<br />
We store your account information used for registration. your email is hidden from other users, and only shown to site staff.<br />
<br />
The amount of upload and download you get on each torrent, as well as your total upload and download, is stored permanently by the server until your account is deleted. These upload and download statistics will always be shown wherever relevant. Torrent stats will be shown in peerlists (if you appear in them), and in your userpage under the relevant columns (if you chose not to hide them).<br />
<br />
Information about torrents that you are leeching and/or seeding, as well as torrents you have leeched and/or seeded, are stored on the server. If you have enabled privacy settings, only information for the past 30 days will be kept. If privacy settings are disabled, all prior information is stored on the server.<br />
<br />
=Account information=<br />
<br />
====How many accounts am I allowed to have?====<br />
<br />
One. Ever. You are only allowed a single account in your lifetime. What would you do with more than one account anyway?<br />
Users who are found with more than one account will have the newest ones disabled and warnings issued. Repeated attempts to create new accounts will result in permanent bans of all accounts from our site.<br />
<br />
====Can my friends and family use their account on the same computer?====<br />
<br />
This is highly discouraged, as the system will identify both of you as [[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|multi-account]] users.<br />
<br />
====What do you do about stat-hackers?====<br />
<br />
Permanent ban, no appeal. See [[For First Timers#Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition|Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition]] for more information.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Registration and Login==<br />
<br />
====I registered an account but did not receive the confirmation e-mail!====<br />
<br />
Mail can sometimes take up to half a day to be sent out by our server. Please be patient.<br /><br />
Remember to check your '''spam/trash/etc.''' folder in case our confirmation mail doesn't appear in your Inbox.<br /><br />
If the mail is nowhere to be found, drop by [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] on [[IRC]] to ask for further assistance.<br />
<br />
Alternatively, try another email address ([http://www.gmail.com GMail] accounts tend to see the most success so far).<br /><br />
Accounts registered using 'disposable' email accounts will be rejected by the server, so do not use those. Get a proper email account.<br />
<br />
If you registered for an account and got the confirmation email, but decided you don't like the username you picked, leave the email alone (do not click the confirmation link). Unconfirmed accounts are removed after 3 days so you can try again with a different username.<br />
<br />
====Help! I cannot login!? (a.k.a. Login of Death)====<br />
<br />
'''See:''' [[Troubleshooting#I Can't log in|Troubleshooting: Login Issues]]<br />
<br />
Another solution is to visit your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page].<br />
<br />
====I've lost my user name or password! Can you send it to me?====<br />
<br />
Use [http://bakabt.me/recover.php this form] to have the login details mailed back to you (Or click "Lost Password?" beside the login field).<br />
<br />
====Can you change my username or rename my account?====<br />
<br />
Users can request their '''tracker account''' renamed in our support channel [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] only once. You are required to state a valid reason for your request, otherwise it will be rejected. Using your real name in your nick is a valid reason; getting tired of your old name is not.<br />
<br />
'''Forum usernames''' are not renamed. <br />
<br />
Note that if your tracker account is renamed, members might have trouble identifying you later (different tracker account name & forum username).<br />
<br />
Also the users cannot request existing account names so please check availability before asking.<br />
<br />
====Forum registration is closed, what do I do?====<br />
Your main site account and forum account are linked. However, your forum account needs to be activated via your main site account. To do this, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings] page and scroll down to the checkbox that says "'''Enable Forum Account'''". Check the box, enter your password in the "Change password field" twice and click "'''Submit Changes'''". Your forum account will then be active.<br />
<br />
=====How do I verify if my forum account is active?=====<br />
There are 2 ways to verify if you've successfully activated your forum account:<br />
* After you've enabled the account and saved the changes, the checkbox next to the '''"Enable Forum Account"''' field will remain checked and greyed out, followed with "Forum account enabled".<br />
* Alternatively you can double-check by clicking the Forum account link from your profile page. If you've activated it successfully you'll see your Forum Profile page, otherwise you'll encounter the following error: "The user whose profile you are trying to view does not exist."<br />
<br />
=====I've confirmed I've activated my account, but every time I try to log in I get the "Wrong Password"=====<br />
If you are certain you've followed all the steps correctly and have not simply mistyped your password, please use the [http://bakabt.me/help.php Help Form] to explain your issue and we'll provide you with assistance as soon as possible.<br />
<br />
==Account Pruning and Deletion==<br />
<br />
====Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?====<br />
<br />
Accounts are pruned after 11 months of disuse (i.e. not logging into the '''tracker account''' or seeding within 11 months). Accounts with 0 download and 0 upload are pruned earlier. (See also: "[[Account_Restrictions#Forum_Bans|Forum Account]]").<br />
<br />
Donator accounts (people who've donated to BakaBT and received a donator status) have the option of disabling inactivity pruning, and safeguarding their account for as long as they choose. The option is disabled by default, and can be found in your settings page.<br />
<br />
====My account is gone! Can you recover it?====<br />
<br />
Unfortunately, we can't do anything about pruned accounts. If you were able to create a new account under the same name and/or e-mail address, it is proof that your old account is permanently gone.<br />
<br />
====I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?====<br />
<br />
Leave your account alone and it will be pruned after 11 months (See: "[[FAQ#Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?|Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?]]").<br />
<br />
==User Classes==<br />
<br />
====What are the different user classes?====<br />
<br />
{| cellpadding="5" border="1"<br />
|-<br />
!'''Class'''<br />
!'''Description'''<br />
|-<br />
| '''User'''<br />
| Normal user, can choose to view hentai, can adopt torrents.<br />
|- <br />
| '''Power User'''<br />
| Higher user, can view peer lists and report bad torrents or comments. Can make torrent offers. Has access to RSS feed.<br />
|-<br />
| '''Uploader'''<br />
| Deprecated and merged with the Power User class.<br />
|-<br />
| '''Power Uploader'''<br />
| These people can upload directly to the torrent pool without requiring moderator approval. These people are appointed by staff if deemed a trustworthy member of the BakaBT community. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
|-<br />
| '''Moderator/Admins'''<br />
| Appointed by Admins. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
====How do I become a Power User?====<br />
Both seed and leech at least 25GB and have a ratio equal to or greater than 0.5 to maintain it.<br />
<br />
====I just qualified as a Power User, but my status hasn't updated?====<br />
<br />
User status updates every day. Give it 24-48 hours and [http://bakabt.me/help.php use the help form] if it still does not update.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Warnings and Bans==<br />
<br />
===I got a warning/was suspended/might be banned, what do I do?===<br />
See: "[[Account Restrictions|Warnings, Suspensions and Bans]]"<br />
<br />
<br />
::'''I got warned but my hard drive crashed/ I got a virus/ Computer got thrown out of window/ Dog ate my homework/ Nobody really likes to leech my hentai/ etc so I lost all my files so I can't seed. Please unwarn me so I can download something to seed...'''<br />
::<br />
::If you racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt on a credit card and then suddenly lost your main source of income, do you think the credit card company is going to let you off with a debt writeoff (or even reactivate your card for more spending)?<br />
::<br />
::You got yourself into that situation, you'll have to [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|pull yourself out of it]].<br />
<br />
<br />
::'''But I've turned over a new leaf, and I am now a dedicated seeder who will keep his/her torrents running 24/7. Please unwarn me.'''<br />
::<br />
::If you have indeed turned over a new leaf, prove it by fixing your ratio. We've [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|outlined a few ways for you to do so]].<br />
<br />
==Privacy==<br />
<br />
====Why is my IP displayed on my details page?====<br />
<br />
Only you and the site staff can view your IP address and email. Other users cannot see that information.<br />
<br />
====How do I hide torrents on my userpage?====<br />
<br />
You can edit statistics display level through the [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page], in the '''User page''' tab.<br />
<br />
====Does BakaBT store information on the things I download?====<br />
<br />
Yes. This is a statistics-tracking site after all, so we store as much information as is needed to implement the features you find on this site. You can [[FAQ#How do I hide torrents on my userpage?|hide your torrent statistics]], but no requests for deletion of data from our database will be entertained.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
= Torrent and Tracker Issues =<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Torrent Error Messages==<br />
<br />
{|cellspacing="20"<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|"Failure: you are warned, you are not allowed to download, see our wiki for more info"<br />
!width=50%|"Failure: unregistered torrent pass"<br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your ratio is too low and your account has been [[FAQ#I_got_a_warning.2Fwas_suspended.2Fmight_be_banned.2C_what_do_I_do.3F|warned]].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Seed more and improve your ratio.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause #1:'''<br><br />
The tracker can not find a user associated with the [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent pass]] you're sending it in your announce URL.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Log in to your BakaBT account and re-download the torrent from the site.<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Cause #2:'''<br><br />
The torrent is using an expired public key. Note: Public key is only valid until the end of the month.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Re-download the torrent file from the site.<br />
<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;">"Failure: unregistered torrent"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;">"No connection could be made because the target machine actively refused it"</span><br /><br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The torrent you downloaded is not/no longer tracked by our tracker.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the torrent has been swapped, replaced or removed. We occasionally prune old obsolete torrents or material that have become [[Blacklist|blacklisted]].<br />
<br />
If you have checked and verified that it is neither of these causes, then it may be a database error. [[FAQ#Report_problems_that_I_noticed.3F|Report]] the torrent (click on the exclamation mark beside the torrent title) and let us know. Note that you need to be logged in to your BakaBT account in order to make reports.<br />
<br><br />
<br><br />
'''Note:''' This message also is present on new offers, since the torrent needs to be approved first in order to be registered with the tracker.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The tracker is down<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the tracker is momentarily offline, you can see the tracker status in the topic title on [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #BakaBT] channel. If it is down, there is nothing you can do except to wait for it to come back up. Leave your client running and stats will update correctly after the tracker is back online. If you stop torrents while it's down, they won't update.<br />
<br />
If the tracker seems to be online and you're still having the problem, drop by the support channel at [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #bakabt-support] and we'll try to see what the problem actually is.<br />
<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: access denied, torrents limit reached"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: use of this client is not allowed on our tracker, please see http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php"</span><br /><br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are downloading too many torrents.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Users are allowed to download 3 torrents at a time. Power Users are allowed to download 10 torrents at a time. You are allowed to seed an unlimited number of torrents, regardless of your class. Check your userpage to see which torrents you are already downloading.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your torrent client is not in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php whitelist].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Use a torrent client that is in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php whitelist]. See [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19305.0 this forum thread] for more information.<br />
<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Finding peers"</span><br /><br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are '''not''' even looking in the right place to find what the error actually is.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Find the trackers tab in your client, and see what status message is displayed next to the tracker url. Now you can troubleshoot further by referring to torrent error messages.<br />
<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Common Torrent-related Problems==<br />
<br />
===Well known site errors===<br />
<br />
Errors in this section are considered to be well known. This means, other members have reported the error before and BakaBT experts are working to solve the problem or the problem is just temporary. Unless otherwise stated, you don't need to report the error again.<br />
<br />
====Some torrents on my userpage are listed in wrong tabs====<br />
<br />
You might see your torrents listed on the tabs where it is not supposed to be, this is a known bug.<br />
Examples:<br />
# Missing, appearing/disappearing torrents in tabs.<br />
# Torrents not in correct tabs<br />
# Torrents listed in multiple tabs<br />
<br />
====I've finished or cancelled a torrent. Why is it still listed in my userpage?====<br />
<br />
Some older clients do not report properly to the tracker when cancelling or finishing a torrent. In that case the tracker will keep waiting for the message - and thus listing the torrent as seeding or leeching - until the peer information timeout occurs. Just ignore it, it should go away after a few hours.<br />
<br />
====I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account====<br />
<br />
'''Cause #1:''' People are using your torrent key (you accidentally posted your [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent key]] publicly)<br><br />
'''Cause #2:''' You hot-linked to a .torrent file that is tagged with your passkey<br><br />
'''Cause #3:''' You posted a screenshot of your torrent program with your passkey visible<br><br />
'''Cause #4:''' You revealed your torrent passkey to one or more people<br><br />
'''Cause #5:''' You uploaded a .torrent file that has your passkey to another tracker.<br><br />
'''Cause #6:''' You sent a .torrent file that has your passkey to a friend, or hotlinked the torrent download button to him.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and generate a new key. All your old torrents will become invalid immediately, so <u>you will have to re-download your torrents</u>. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change before resuming your torrenting.<br />
<br />
To prevent similar issues occurring in future, do not hot-link to our torrent files (only link to the description page), and do not post your personal .torrent file (the one you download when logged in) to other trackers.<br />
<br />
====I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage====<br />
<br />
'''Cause:''' You downloaded a public torrent.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Log in and re-download the torrent.<br />
<br />
====My stats are not updating. What can I do?====<br />
<br />
Check that the torrent pass in your client's tracker announce URL matches the one shown on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. If it doesn't (or if it does, but you're still having problems), then: Remove the torrent entries from your torrent client. Re-download the .torrent files and open them in your client. Force a hash recheck and resume activity.<br />
<br />
If that doesn't help, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and regenerate your torrent pass. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change, then repeat the above step. Use only official non-beta clients.<br />
<br />
<br />
====Site stats are different compared to my BitTorrent Client for some torrents====<br />
<br />
Your BitTorrent client is responsible for reporting the torrent upload/download statistics data to the tracker. This data is transmitted in pre-determined intervals (i.e. 30mins) and is incremental which means only the upload/download amount during that period (or successful tracker connections) is sent to the tracker. This mechanism is defined by the BitTorrent Protocol and is not specific to BakaBT. Statistics accuracy is important and is ensured by limiting the BitTorrent clients allowed trough the BakaBT BitTorrent Client Whitelist. The data collected trough the tracker is then reflected to your statistics page on the BakaBT site.<br />
<br />
Under normal circumstances, this mechanism works as intended and your statistics for any torrent will be properly sent to the tracker by your BitTorrent client and you will see similar stats on your client and the BakaBT stats page.<br />
<br />
However, the following events can prevent this mechanism from working properly<br />
<br />
# client loses internet connectivity during seeding/leeching (uploading/downloading) and is closed prior to re-establishing a connection<br />
# client crashes due to an error or you forcefully terminate it<br />
# client cannot connect to the tracker despite retries (it will continue its P2P activity with the last successful peer list received)<br />
# tracker might be down for an unknown period of time<br />
# your ISP is intervening with your connection to the tracker by manipulating packets<br />
# administrative operations on the tracker/site software (data restore, upgrades)<br />
<br />
Due to these events, your statistics for a given torrent can be below what you expect it to be. <br />
Most BitTorrent clients will transmit the statistics data in the next successful connection when a tracker connection cannot be established immediately given that they are not closed.<br />
<br />
=== How is my traffic tracked? ===<br />
<br />
BakaBT uses a passkey system to identify each user. Your passkey can be found on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. When you announce, your passkey is used to identify you and to (very accurately) track your upload and download traffic, regardless of any IP changes. The passkey is automatically added to the announce URL of every torrent you download whilst logged in. <b>'''YOU MUST NEVER, EVER GIVE OUT YOUR PASSKEY TO ANY OTHER PERSON.'''</b> Doing so will result in [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|undesirable outcomes]]. We will not help to fix any bad ratios caused by user's negligence of the security of their torrent passkey.<br />
<br />
===What are bonus torrents?===<br />
Bonus torrents are torrents with few seeders or few leechers, the idea of the bonus system is to keep older torrents alive. Bonus torrents are marked with bonus torrent icon [[File:Bonus_icon.jpg]]. When you seed a bonus torrent (and have 100% complete file) you will earn 1 bonus point per hour per bonus torrent. You cannot earn more than 10 bonus points per hour even if you are seeding more than 10 bonus torrents at a time. <br />
<br />
Bonus points can be exchanged for upload credit on the [http://bakabt.me/bonus.php bonus page] (this means you can add an amount onto your 'uploaded' stat on your user page).<br />
<br />
Bonus status depends on the number of seeders as well as the seeder-to-leecher ratio, and a few other factors. And since the number of seeders and leechers on a torrent can change, a torrent can gain or lose bonus status as well.<br />
<br />
Bonus status is checked and updated every hour.<br />
<br />
=== Best practices ===<br />
<br />
If a torrent you are currently leeching or seeding is not listed on your userpage, stop the torrent and resume it again. (also see: [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage]]) Make sure you exit your client properly, so that the tracker receives the required information.If the tracker is down, do not stop seeding. Your traffic may not be tracked during downtime but as soon as the tracker is working again then your traffic will be tracked again.<br />
<br />
=== What BitTorrent clients can I use? ===<br />
<br />
See: "[[BT_Clients|Bittorrent Clients]]"<br />
<br />
=== Can I upload your torrents to other trackers? ===<br />
Yes. However, only post the public torrent files to other trackers, do not post the .torrent file you downloaded when logged in (otherwise [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|these things]] might happen). In other words, log out before downloading the torrent file if you intend to upload it to other trackers.<br />
<br />
(Of course, the torrent files you download through your torrent client are yours to do as you please.)<br />
<br />
==Using BakaBT from multiple machines==<br />
<br />
====Can I login from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes. But you are advised not to log in at the computer of another BakaBT user; the system may identify you as a multi-account user.<br />
<br />
See also: "[[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|Why was my account disabled?]]"<br />
<br />
====Can I seed from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes, '''but you may not seed the ''same'' torrent from two different computers/IPs''' as the tracker will not understand how you can be in two places at once, and doing so may cause problems. In the worst case, you may be auto-banned by the tracker.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Freeleech==<br />
<br />
===What is Freeleech?===<br />
<br />
'''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''' symbol is used to indicate that a torrent is subject to '''Freeleech'''. <br />
<br />
When a torrent is flagged with this symbol, it means leeching that torrent will not affect your download amount and will not decrease your ratio. Meanwhile seeding that torrent will continue to improve your ratio and will increase your upload amount. This is an excellent way to improve your ratio. <br />
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Torrents with specific type of content ([http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&hd=1&reorder=1&q=1080p 1080p torrents], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c7=1&reorder=1 Artbooks], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c8=1&reorder=1 Music Videos], and [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?ordertype=size&only=0&reorder=1&q=&order=1 torrents smaller than 100 MB]) are subject to Freeleech, this is to promote their distribution. <br />
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'''Important:''' Warned members can not benefit from Freeleech, as they are not allowed to leech.<br />
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'''Note:''' This behavior is controlled by the BakaBT tracker, this means as long as the torrent is flagged with '''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''', you can benefit from this feature during leeching even if you have downloaded the torrent file before it is flagged.<br />
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====How often does global freeleech happen?====<br />
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Almost never. Don't ask us when it will be happening because we will ignore you.<br />
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====The tracker went down. What do I do?====<br />
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You wait until the tracker comes back up.<br />
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====Why did the tracker go down?====<br />
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Imagine that you and a friend are working at a restaurant. All of a sudden 130,000+ people come into the restaurant and demand 10+ meals each. Obviously the restaurant can't handle that load and eventually shuts down. During its downtime, it will catch up on orders and eventually re-open. Same principle here, when too many people connect to the server, the server may become overloaded and shut down. Be patient, eventually the server will come back up.<br />
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====What shouldn't I do?====<br />
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* Do not Manually spam updates on the tracker. It will not help you connect faster; on the contrary, it puts extra strain on the server and may cause more downtime. That means you will not be able to enjoy the full benefits of the freeleech period. <br />
* Do not leech only. Part of the purpose of freeleech is to help you improve your ratio. It would be foolish if you leeched and don't seed.<br />
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=Downloading/Seeding and Connection Issues=<br />
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==Common Questions==<br />
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====What's the difference between seeding and uploading?====<br />
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''Uploading'' is posting a new torrent to our tracker, where it will appear on the [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offered] or [http://bakabt.me/browse.php Browse] pages.<br />
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''Seeding'' is uploading data to other users on a torrent after you have completed the download.<br />
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====I don't see the leeching, seeding, seeded torrent tabs in my stats page (anymore)====<br />
As of September 29th, 2010 those tabs have been removed. You can see the torrents you are seeding/leeching on the ''Active'' tab. <br />
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The BitTorrent protocol and clients are not designed to report the individual torrent status information in a way that the previous separate tabs mechanism could work as expected.<br />
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====I have leeched/downloaded the torrents but some torrents won't seed====<br />
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''Leeching'' a torrent requires seeders and the number of seeders generally determine how fast you can leech a torrent, higher the number of seeders - higher the download speed. Unfortunately this becomes a problem when you finish downloading the torrent and afterwards intend to seed it back because if there are too many seeders and no (or a small number of) ''leechers'' when you are seeding you won't get a chance to seed.<br />
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An option is to continue seeding those torrents as much as possible and wait for the ratio for that torrent to reach 1.5 or alternatively you can download other torrent with more potential to ''seed'' (popular torrents with many ''leechers'')<br />
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See also [[FAQ#Freeleech|Freeleech Torrents]]<br />
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====I have some files on my computer, how do I seed them or upload them to BakaBT?====<br />
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See: "[[FAQ#I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?|I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?]]" and "[[FAQ#Why can't I offer new torrents?|Why can't I offer new torrents?]]"<br />
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====Why do I have to wait before I can download a new torrent?====<br />
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When new torrents are uploaded, those with Power User (or higher) status are given 'first dibs'. By virtue of their good share ratio we trust that these users will stick around to help seed the torrent after they benefit from having exclusive access to the initial seeders. Other users must wait for the timer to expire before they can download the .torrent file.<br />
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The amount of time you have to wait is proportional to the size of the torrent (the larger the torrent, the longer you have to wait). This is to encourage more people to become Power Users, and to build up a larger seed base before other users are permitted to join the swarm.<br />
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====Why did an active torrent suddenly disappear?====<br />
# The torrent may have been replaced by a superior offer.<br />
# The uploader may have requested for its deletion, with an acceptable reason(s).<br />
# The torrent was requested to be removed by a 3rd party (usually in the form of a cease-and-desist letter).<br />
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It happens from time to time and we regret that no alerts will be given prior to deletion. If this is unacceptable, we suggest that you get your files from other public trackers (such as Anirena, Minglong or Nyaa) instead, where torrents are less likely to be removed.<br />
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====What is a torrent passkey?====<br />
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See: [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|How is my traffic tracked?]]<br />
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====I lost all my files, and I can't download or seed, help!====<br />
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See: [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|Fixing Your Ratio]]<br />
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==Connectivity and Speed Issues==<br />
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If your question falls under any of these categories:<br />
# Cannot access BakaBT<br />
# Port number is '---'/other port-related issues<br />
# Proxying and proxies<br />
# Dynamic/static IPs and NAT<br />
# Slow downloading/uploading<br />
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Kindly refer to the [[Troubleshooting]] section for more information.<br />
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==Torrenting Issues==<br />
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====I can't leech/seed a torrent====<br />
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If the BakaBT tracker is preventing you from leeching/seeding a torrent, it will inform your client in the form of error messages through the trackers tab/pane. Look at the tracker status and refer to [[FAQ#Common Torrent Error Messages]]<br />
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====I'm having trouble with this Bittorrent program, something's wrong with it====<br />
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Do a search in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=7.0 Help section of the forums], and see if someone else has faced the same issue.<br />
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If yours is a unique case, make a new post in the same section. Give clear and detailed information, and include links to the torrents you are having trouble with.<br />
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''Note: We only provide help for [[BT Clients#Whitelist|whitelisted torrent clients]]. Support for other clients will not be provided.<br />
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====What do I do if a torrent has no seeds?====<br />
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Hop on the forums and post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=5.0 Reseed Request] section. Be sure to read the rules before posting.<br />
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====I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?====<br />
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See: "[[For First Timers#Seeding|Seeding]]"<br />
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====What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?====<br />
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BitTorrent clients check the data they receive for integrity. When a piece fails this check it is automatically re-downloaded. Occasional hash fails are a common occurrence, and you shouldn't worry.<br />
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Some clients have an (advanced) option/preference to 'kick/ban clients that send you bad data' or similar. It should be turned on, since it makes sure that if a peer repeatedly sends you pieces that fail the hash check it will be ignored in the future.<br />
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====The torrent is supposed to be 100MB. How come I downloaded 120MB?====<br />
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See: [[FAQ#What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?|What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?]]<br />
If your client receives bad data it will have to redownload it, therefore the total downloaded may be larger than the torrent size. Make sure the "kick/ban" option is turned on to minimize the extra downloads.<br />
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====What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?====<br />
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If you just want to fix it reboot your computer, it should solve the problem. Otherwise, see "[[Troubleshooting#What.27s_this_IOError_-_Error13_Permission_denied_error.3F|What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?]]".<br />
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====Downloading or seeding is slow! How do I speed it up?====<br />
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See: "[[Troubleshooting#Speed Issues|Troubleshooting: Speed Issues]]".<br />
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= Torrent Offers and Adoptions =<br />
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== Torrent Offer System ==<br />
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====What does 'New' mean?====<br />
Newly offered torrents are not registered with the tracker until they are approved. Until then, they will not be available for download.<br /><br />
The time it takes for torrent approval varies and is dependent upon many different factors, so a reliable estimate cannot be given. <br />
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====What does 'Semi-approved' mean?====<br />
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Offers require the approval of two staff members before they are added to the tracker. 'Semi-approved' is the state an offer acquires when at least one staff member has granted it, but it is pending further approval.<br />
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====What is 'On hold' status?====<br />
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Pending notification for all offers that require more work. On hold status is usually followed with a reason.<br /><br />
Offers on hold are no longer counted on the 'Offered' page.<br />
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====Why can't I offer new torrents?====<br />
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Only Power Users can make new torrent offers, which will be granted or rejected by staff. Torrents offered by staff members and Power Uploaders are added to the torrent pool directly without going through the approval procedure.<br />
Non-Power Users can not make offers.<br />
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====I have another question related to torrents and offers====<br />
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If it is any of the following questions:<br />
# What can I offer/not offer to BakaBT?<br />
# I have files that I would like to upload, how do I upload them here?<br />
# What should I put in the description?<br />
# How should I name my files?<br />
# What are good keywords for my torrent?<br />
# Why does it say "This torrent contains improper files, please swap the torrent file" on the torrent page?<br />
# What are "extra files" and what should I add?<br />
# How do I attach extra files?<br />
# What should I put in my torrents?<br />
# What is this torrent swapping feature?<br />
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Kindly see: "[[How to make an offer]]"<br />
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== Torrent Adoption System ==<br />
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====Why should I adopt a torrent?====<br />
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At the time of writing, no outright benefits are given for torrent adoption. You adopt because the description of a torrent does not sit right with you, and you have the irresistible urge to fix it, put it right and provide accurate information for future users of BakaBT who will chance upon said torrent.<br />
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''Note: The adopter effectively becomes the new owner of the torrent. As such, he/she is expected to carry out the usual duties of the torrent owner. They'll be responsible for re-seeding the torrent if it dies (so adopters <u>must</u> have the torrent files), keep descriptions up to date, and make torrent swaps where necessary. Torrent adopting is not stamp-collecting.''<br />
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''Note 2: Many users are under a false impression that adopting torrents will inadvertently fix your ratio or give you freeleech right even if you are warned. This is <u>'''false'''</u>.<br />
Only seeding can increase your ratio, and by adopting you are assumed to already have the files you planning to adopt and therefore seed.''<br />
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====What should I do to ensure that my adoption request will be granted?====<br />
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* Submit a proper reason for adoption. Tell us what you are going to fix, what you will add, what you will do with the torrent. If the reason for adoption is "I will fix the torrent", we're not likely to be convinced.<br />
* It helps if you have a portfolio.<br />
** Users who consistently submit good torrent descriptions (by adopting, or making torrent offers) will obviously be trusted more than users without said portfolio. So if you already have torrents in your ''Uploaded'' tab, do take a look at them and work on those first before adopting new torrents.<br />
** If you are a new user with no prior experience do not worry, we will sit you through the description-editing process and help you bring it up to speed, all you need is a willingness to learn and dedication to the adoption process.<br />
* Seed the torrent. While owners are not expected to seed the torrent files 24/7, being a seed on the peerlist gives us the assurance that you have the files are will be able to re-seed the torrent as and when the need arises.<br />
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====What do I need to do after I adopt a torrent?====<br />
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Bring it up to date, in accordance with the [[How_to_make_an_offer#Description_Content|torrent description content guidelines]]. Keep tabs on it, and re-seed the torrent if it dies (has 0 seeders).<br />
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====What if I want to replace the torrent files with a better, superior version?====<br />
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[http://bakabt.me/upload.php Make a new torrent offer], and add a comment, giving the URL of the torrent you wish to replace. The adoption system is meant for fixing torrents, not replacing them.<br />
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= Is there an RSS feed available for BakaBT? =<br />
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RSS Feeds are only available for Power Users. You will see the RSS Feed link appear when you become one.<br />
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To get fast updates on newly approved torrents alternatively you can join [irc://irc.rizon.net/BakaBT #BakaBT] where all new approvals are announced by our bot.<br />
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= Can I add an RSS feed in my torrent client? =<br />
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No. RSS feature is purely for informative purpose, automatic torrent leeching via RSS is not supported.<br />
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= How can I get an avatar on the Blog? =<br />
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Wordpress has its own Avatar-System with which you can have the same avatar on all Wordpress-Blogs you have an account on.<br />
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For this you have to go to [http://www.gravatar.com/ Gravatar] and sign up with your e-mail address with which you created your account on the blog<br />
Wait for the e-mail with the activation-key, click on the link and enter the needed information.<br />
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After logging in click on <u>"Add one by clicking here"</u>, choose the location of the avatar and resize the box to fit your avatar.<br />
Now you only have to choose a rating for it and you are finished.<br />
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= What if I can't find the answer to my problem here? =<br />
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So, after reading all that, you still can't find a solution? Read on. Post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/ forums], by all means. You'll find it's a friendly and helpful place, '''provided you follow a few basic guidelines''':<br />
* You might have missed a few wiki pages. Did you know we also have the following wiki pages?<br />
# [[Site Rules]]<br />
# [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]]<br />
# [[Troubleshooting]]<br />
# [[Account Restrictions]]<br />
# [[How to make an offer]]<br />
# [[Format Preferences|What we allow on BakaBT]]<br />
* Make sure your problem has not been answered in this FAQ. There's no point in posting just to be sent back here amidst a torrent of angry remarks telling you not to waste other people's time.<br />
* Before posting, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">'''read the stickied topics'''</span> (the ones at the top of each subforum page). Many times, new information that still hasn't been incorporated in the FAQ can be found there.<br />
* Help us in helping you. Do '''not''' just say "it doesn't work!". Provide details so that we don't have to guess or waste time asking. What client do you use? What's your OS? What's your network setup? What's the exact error message you get, if any? What are the torrents you are having problems with? The more details you give the easier it will be for us, and the more likely your post will get a useful reply, as opposed to a reply that just asks for more information.<br />
* PLEASE make an effort to make your posts readable. There is nothing worse than trying to decipher a post that looks like it was written by someone mashing their face on the keyboard. Perfect spelling isn't necessary, but basic grammar and punctuation definitely helps.<br />
* ... and needless to say: be polite. Demanding help rarely works. Asking nicely for it usually does the trick.<br />
* '''DO NOT''' send a private message to a staff member. If you don't wish to post in the forums, use [http://bakabt.me/help.php the help form] instead, or ask on the [[IRC|IRC channel]].<br />
* To prove that you have read this FAQ before seeking help, please quote the words 'Amorphous Plate Wiggle' in your post. We are quite serious. Failure to do so will result in your thread being locked immediately or your help request being ignored. This phrase is subject to change.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=FAQ&diff=5918FAQ2014-03-16T06:49:42Z<p>Duki: /* Common Torrent Error Messages */</p>
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If you are new to Bittorrent and/or the anime fansub scene, you should take a look at the [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]] as well.<br />
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= Site information and Basic Help =<br />
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==What makes BakaBT different?==<br />
There are many anime torrent sites but BakaBT is unique in the quality of our content. Our goal is to provide torrents [[Site Rules#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines|only for completed anime or anime-related material]] and [[How_to_make_an_offer#Is_your_offer_the_highest-quality_offer_around.3F|we pick only the best versions]]. We do not accept public submissions; only [[FAQ#User Classes|Power Users and Power Uploaders]] may do so.<br />
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All [[FAQ#Torrent Offer System|submissions are thoroughly checked]] before they are added to our [http://bakabt.me/browse.php ever-growing list of series]; by ''ever-growing'', we really mean ever-growing in the sense that even old torrents are still seeded. Our mantra in short: '''quality over quantity''', and '''ease-of-use'''.<br />
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Do keep in mind that BakaBT exists because of its users; old content is still available because of the many dedicated seeders who provide you with good download speeds, so [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|returning the favour]] is a must.<br />
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This is a public tracker, but we do prefer users to register before using the site. Before you do anything here at BakaBT, we suggest you read the [[Rules]]! There are only a few rules to abide by and most are common sense.<br />
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==How do I...==<br />
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====Bookmark a torrent or remove a bookmarked torrent?====<br />
Click on the star icon labelled 'Bookmark' next to the torrent title at the top of every torrent page. If the star icon appears grey, the torrent is not bookmarked; If it is yellow, the torrent is bookmarked.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have bookmarked will show up under the 'Bookmarked' tab (below your 'Uploaded' tab).<br />
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====Add a torrent to my wishlist?====<br />
Click on the scroll icon labelled 'Wishlist' next to the torrent title. If the scroll icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your wishlist; If the scroll appears blue, the torrent is in your wishlist.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your wishlist will show up under the 'Wishlist' tab (below your 'Bookmarked' tab).<br />
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====Get notified on torrent swaps and new comments for a torrent?====<br />
Click on the bell icon labelled 'Notify me' next to the torrent title. If the bell icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your notify list; If the bell appears golden, the torrent is in your notify list.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your notify list will show up under the 'Notify' tab (below your 'Wishlist' tab).<br />
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====Report problems that I noticed?====<br />
A report is a system message that informs staff members of issues that need attention. Staff members will deal with these issues as they see fit. Only Power users can use the report feature on the tracker.<br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;;">Reporting Torrents</span>''<br />
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::<p>The report function brings a torrent or a comment to moderators' attention. Use this function if:<br />
::# A torrent does not comply with [[Site Rules|site rules]] (e.g., if it is [[Blacklist|blacklisted material]])<br />
::# It has corrupted files<br />
::# The link is broken (i.e., you are unable to download the .torrent file)<br />
::# Image links are broken (PM the uploader first; if you get no reply after a week then report it). Please note that a single broken image is not grounds for reporting, if all other images conform to the rules. Report if images are of wrong resolution, don't have subtitles or are in the wrong format.<br />
::# A better version of the torrent exists (Note that we do allow XViD releases. TV fansubs are allowed alongside DVD rips with only R1 subtitles). Please link us to the newer torrent in that case.<br />
::# Other torrent-related problems (e.g. groupings not set or incorrectly set)<br />
::# Reporting a torrent for unrelated reasons will incur warnings; and bans will be issued if abuse continues. In other words, don't report a torrent just because you don't like the user, or because you are having trouble getting a good download speed on it.<br />
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::To report a torrent, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the torrent title. If the exclamation mark icon appears grey, the torrent has not been reported; If the exclamation mark appears red, the torrent has been reported (by you or someone else).</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Comments</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report comments if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They constitute useless spam (such as 'seed this' or 'approve this').<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|tracker guidelines]].<br />
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::To report a comment, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the 'Quote' button in the upper-right corner of the comment box. If the icon is labelled 'REPORTED' in capital letters, the comment has been reported to site staff and will be dealt with soon.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Forum Posts</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report forum posts if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Forum Guidelines|forum guidelines]].<br />
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::The report link for forum posts is at the bottom-right corner of each forum post.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Stat-Hackers</span>''<br />
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::<p>If you find people with downright impossible torrent statistics, post a link to their userpage in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=10172.0 this forum thread] and include a reason for suspicion.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Site Errors</span>''<br />
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::<p>Errors you get with site behaviour (especially if you get error messages) can be reported in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=14438.0 Site Errors forum thread]. Read the first post and do a quick search before reporting; someone might have reported the problem already.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Other Reports</span>''<br />
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::<p>Reports regarding other things (that do not have a proper reporting channel) may be reported using the [http://bakabt.me/help.php help form]. '''Do not abuse this feature'''.</p><br />
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==Why is some content on the blacklist?==<br />
The [[Blacklist#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines]] are self-explanatory. We are quite specific about the kind of animation we archive, and also require that they meet certain quality standards.<br />
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Stuff on the [[Blacklist#Material not allowed on BakaBT|blacklist]] is there because it is liable to get BakaBT into *trouble*.<br />
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==What information about me does BakaBT store? Is it secure?==<br />
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We store your account information used for registration. your email is hidden from other users, and only shown to site staff.<br />
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The amount of upload and download you get on each torrent, as well as your total upload and download, is stored permanently by the server until your account is deleted. These upload and download statistics will always be shown wherever relevant. Torrent stats will be shown in peerlists (if you appear in them), and in your userpage under the relevant columns (if you chose not to hide them).<br />
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Information about torrents that you are leeching and/or seeding, as well as torrents you have leeched and/or seeded, are stored on the server. If you have enabled privacy settings, only information for the past 30 days will be kept. If privacy settings are disabled, all prior information is stored on the server.<br />
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=Account information=<br />
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====How many accounts am I allowed to have?====<br />
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One. Ever. You are only allowed a single account in your lifetime. What would you do with more than one account anyway?<br />
Users who are found with more than one account will have the newest ones disabled and warnings issued. Repeated attempts to create new accounts will result in permanent bans of all accounts from our site.<br />
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====Can my friends and family use their account on the same computer?====<br />
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This is highly discouraged, as the system will identify both of you as [[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|multi-account]] users.<br />
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====What do you do about stat-hackers?====<br />
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Permanent ban, no appeal. See [[For First Timers#Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition|Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition]] for more information.<br />
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==Registration and Login==<br />
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====I registered an account but did not receive the confirmation e-mail!====<br />
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Mail can sometimes take up to half a day to be sent out by our server. Please be patient.<br /><br />
Remember to check your '''spam/trash/etc.''' folder in case our confirmation mail doesn't appear in your Inbox.<br /><br />
If the mail is nowhere to be found, drop by [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] on [[IRC]] to ask for further assistance.<br />
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Alternatively, try another email address ([http://www.gmail.com GMail] accounts tend to see the most success so far).<br /><br />
Accounts registered using 'disposable' email accounts will be rejected by the server, so do not use those. Get a proper email account.<br />
<br />
If you registered for an account and got the confirmation email, but decided you don't like the username you picked, leave the email alone (do not click the confirmation link). Unconfirmed accounts are removed after 3 days so you can try again with a different username.<br />
<br />
====Help! I cannot login!? (a.k.a. Login of Death)====<br />
<br />
'''See:''' [[Troubleshooting#I Can't log in|Troubleshooting: Login Issues]]<br />
<br />
Another solution is to visit your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page].<br />
<br />
====I've lost my user name or password! Can you send it to me?====<br />
<br />
Use [http://bakabt.me/recover.php this form] to have the login details mailed back to you (Or click "Lost Password?" beside the login field).<br />
<br />
====Can you change my username or rename my account?====<br />
<br />
Users can request their '''tracker account''' renamed in our support channel [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] only once. You are required to state a valid reason for your request, otherwise it will be rejected. Using your real name in your nick is a valid reason; getting tired of your old name is not.<br />
<br />
'''Forum usernames''' are not renamed. <br />
<br />
Note that if your tracker account is renamed, members might have trouble identifying you later (different tracker account name & forum username).<br />
<br />
Also the users cannot request existing account names so please check availability before asking.<br />
<br />
====Forum registration is closed, what do I do?====<br />
Your main site account and forum account are linked. However, your forum account needs to be activated via your main site account. To do this, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings] page and scroll down to the checkbox that says "'''Enable Forum Account'''". Check the box, enter your password in the "Change password field" twice and click "'''Submit Changes'''". Your forum account will then be active.<br />
<br />
=====How do I verify if my forum account is active?=====<br />
There are 2 ways to verify if you've successfully activated your forum account:<br />
* After you've enabled the account and saved the changes, the checkbox next to the '''"Enable Forum Account"''' field will remain checked and greyed out, followed with "Forum account enabled".<br />
* Alternatively you can double-check by clicking the Forum account link from your profile page. If you've activated it successfully you'll see your Forum Profile page, otherwise you'll encounter the following error: "The user whose profile you are trying to view does not exist."<br />
<br />
=====I've confirmed I've activated my account, but every time I try to log in I get the "Wrong Password"=====<br />
If you are certain you've followed all the steps correctly and have not simply mistyped your password, please use the [http://bakabt.me/help.php Help Form] to explain your issue and we'll provide you with assistance as soon as possible.<br />
<br />
==Account Pruning and Deletion==<br />
<br />
====Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?====<br />
<br />
Accounts are pruned after 11 months of disuse (i.e. not logging in within 11 months). Accounts with 0 download and 0 upload are pruned earlier.<br />
<br />
====My account is gone! Can you recover it?====<br />
<br />
Unfortunately, we can't do anything about pruned accounts. If you were able to create a new account under the same name and/or e-mail address, it is proof that your old account is permanently gone.<br />
<br />
====I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?====<br />
<br />
Leave your account alone and it will be pruned after 11 months (See: "[[FAQ#Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?|Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?]]").<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==User Classes==<br />
<br />
====What are the different user classes?====<br />
<br />
{| cellpadding="5" border="1"<br />
|-<br />
!'''Class'''<br />
!'''Description'''<br />
|-<br />
| '''User'''<br />
| Normal user, can choose to view hentai, can adopt torrents.<br />
|- <br />
| '''Power User'''<br />
| Higher user, can view peer lists and report bad torrents or comments. Can make torrent offers. Has access to RSS feed.<br />
|-<br />
| '''Uploader'''<br />
| Deprecated and merged with the Power User class.<br />
|-<br />
| '''Power Uploader'''<br />
| These people can upload directly to the torrent pool without requiring moderator approval. These people are appointed by staff if deemed a trustworthy member of the BakaBT community. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
|-<br />
| '''Moderator/Admins'''<br />
| Appointed by Admins. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
====How do I become a Power User?====<br />
Both seed and leech at least 25GB and have a ratio equal to or greater than 0.5 to maintain it.<br />
<br />
====I just qualified as a Power User, but my status hasn't updated?====<br />
<br />
User status updates every day. Give it 24-48 hours and [http://bakabt.me/help.php use the help form] if it still does not update.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Warnings and Bans==<br />
<br />
===I got a warning/was suspended/might be banned, what do I do?===<br />
See: "[[Account Restrictions|Warnings, Suspensions and Bans]]"<br />
<br />
<br />
::'''I got warned but my hard drive crashed/ I got a virus/ Computer got thrown out of window/ Dog ate my homework/ Nobody really likes to leech my hentai/ etc so I lost all my files so I can't seed. Please unwarn me so I can download something to seed...'''<br />
::<br />
::If you racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt on a credit card and then suddenly lost your main source of income, do you think the credit card company is going to let you off with a debt writeoff (or even reactivate your card for more spending)?<br />
::<br />
::You got yourself into that situation, you'll have to [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|pull yourself out of it]].<br />
<br />
<br />
::'''But I've turned over a new leaf, and I am now a dedicated seeder who will keep his/her torrents running 24/7. Please unwarn me.'''<br />
::<br />
::If you have indeed turned over a new leaf, prove it by fixing your ratio. We've [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|outlined a few ways for you to do so]].<br />
<br />
==Privacy==<br />
<br />
====Why is my IP displayed on my details page?====<br />
<br />
Only you and the site staff can view your IP address and email. Other users cannot see that information.<br />
<br />
====How do I hide torrents on my userpage?====<br />
<br />
You can edit statistics display level through the [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page], in the '''User page''' tab.<br />
<br />
====Does BakaBT store information on the things I download?====<br />
<br />
Yes. This is a statistics-tracking site after all, so we store as much information as is needed to implement the features you find on this site. You can [[FAQ#How do I hide torrents on my userpage?|hide your torrent statistics]], but no requests for deletion of data from our database will be entertained.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
= Torrent and Tracker Issues =<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Torrent Error Messages==<br />
<br />
{|cellspacing="20"<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|"Failure: you are warned, you are not allowed to download, see our wiki for more info"<br />
!width=50%|"Failure: unregistered torrent pass"<br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your ratio is too low and your account has been [[FAQ#I_got_a_warning.2Fwas_suspended.2Fmight_be_banned.2C_what_do_I_do.3F|warned]].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Seed more and improve your ratio.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause #1:'''<br><br />
The tracker can not find a user associated with the [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent pass]] you're sending it in your announce URL.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Log in to your BakaBT account and re-download the torrent from the site.<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Cause #2:'''<br><br />
The torrent is using an expired public key. Note: Public key is only valid until the end of the month.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Re-download the torrent file from the site.<br />
<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;">"Failure: unregistered torrent"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;">"No connection could be made because the target machine actively refused it"</span><br /><br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The torrent you downloaded is not/no longer tracked by our tracker.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the torrent has been swapped, replaced or removed. We occasionally prune old obsolete torrents or material that have become [[Blacklist|blacklisted]].<br />
<br />
If you have checked and verified that it is neither of these causes, then it may be a database error. [[FAQ#Report_problems_that_I_noticed.3F|Report]] the torrent (click on the exclamation mark beside the torrent title) and let us know. Note that you need to be logged in to your BakaBT account in order to make reports.<br />
<br><br />
<br><br />
'''Note:''' This message also is present on new offers, since the torrent needs to be approved first in order to be registered with the tracker.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The tracker is down<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the tracker is momentarily offline, you can see the tracker status in the topic title on [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #BakaBT] channel. If it is down, there is nothing you can do except to wait for it to come back up. Leave your client running and stats will update correctly after the tracker is back online. If you stop torrents while it's down, they won't update.<br />
<br />
If the tracker seems to be online and you're still having the problem, drop by the support channel at [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #bakabt-support] and we'll try to see what the problem actually is.<br />
<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: access denied, torrents limit reached"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: use of this client is not allowed on our tracker, please see http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php"</span><br /><br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are downloading too many torrents.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Users are allowed to download 3 torrents at a time. Power Users are allowed to download 10 torrents at a time. You are allowed to seed an unlimited number of torrents, regardless of your class. Check your userpage to see which torrents you are already downloading.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your torrent client is not in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php whitelist].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Use a torrent client that is in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php whitelist]. See [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19305.0 this forum thread] for more information.<br />
<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Finding peers"</span><br /><br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are '''not''' even looking in the right place to find what the error actually is.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Find the trackers tab in your client, and see what status message is displayed next to the tracker url. Now you can troubleshoot further by referring to torrent error messages.<br />
<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Common Torrent-related Problems==<br />
<br />
===Well known site errors===<br />
<br />
Errors in this section are considered to be well known. This means, other members have reported the error before and BakaBT experts are working to solve the problem or the problem is just temporary. Unless otherwise stated, you don't need to report the error again.<br />
<br />
====Some torrents on my userpage are listed in wrong tabs====<br />
<br />
You might see your torrents listed on the tabs where it is not supposed to be, this is a known bug.<br />
Examples:<br />
# Missing, appearing/disappearing torrents in tabs.<br />
# Torrents not in correct tabs<br />
# Torrents listed in multiple tabs<br />
<br />
====I've finished or cancelled a torrent. Why is it still listed in my userpage?====<br />
<br />
Some older clients do not report properly to the tracker when cancelling or finishing a torrent. In that case the tracker will keep waiting for the message - and thus listing the torrent as seeding or leeching - until the peer information timeout occurs. Just ignore it, it should go away after a few hours.<br />
<br />
====I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account====<br />
<br />
'''Cause #1:''' People are using your torrent key (you accidentally posted your [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent key]] publicly)<br><br />
'''Cause #2:''' You hot-linked to a .torrent file that is tagged with your passkey<br><br />
'''Cause #3:''' You posted a screenshot of your torrent program with your passkey visible<br><br />
'''Cause #4:''' You revealed your torrent passkey to one or more people<br><br />
'''Cause #5:''' You uploaded a .torrent file that has your passkey to another tracker.<br><br />
'''Cause #6:''' You sent a .torrent file that has your passkey to a friend, or hotlinked the torrent download button to him.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and generate a new key. All your old torrents will become invalid immediately, so <u>you will have to re-download your torrents</u>. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change before resuming your torrenting.<br />
<br />
To prevent similar issues occurring in future, do not hot-link to our torrent files (only link to the description page), and do not post your personal .torrent file (the one you download when logged in) to other trackers.<br />
<br />
====I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage====<br />
<br />
'''Cause:''' You downloaded a public torrent.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Log in and re-download the torrent.<br />
<br />
====My stats are not updating. What can I do?====<br />
<br />
Check that the torrent pass in your client's tracker announce URL matches the one shown on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. If it doesn't (or if it does, but you're still having problems), then: Remove the torrent entries from your torrent client. Re-download the .torrent files and open them in your client. Force a hash recheck and resume activity.<br />
<br />
If that doesn't help, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and regenerate your torrent pass. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change, then repeat the above step. Use only official non-beta clients.<br />
<br />
<br />
====Site stats are different compared to my BitTorrent Client for some torrents====<br />
<br />
Your BitTorrent client is responsible for reporting the torrent upload/download statistics data to the tracker. This data is transmitted in pre-determined intervals (i.e. 30mins) and is incremental which means only the upload/download amount during that period (or successful tracker connections) is sent to the tracker. This mechanism is defined by the BitTorrent Protocol and is not specific to BakaBT. Statistics accuracy is important and is ensured by limiting the BitTorrent clients allowed trough the BakaBT BitTorrent Client Whitelist. The data collected trough the tracker is then reflected to your statistics page on the BakaBT site.<br />
<br />
Under normal circumstances, this mechanism works as intended and your statistics for any torrent will be properly sent to the tracker by your BitTorrent client and you will see similar stats on your client and the BakaBT stats page.<br />
<br />
However, the following events can prevent this mechanism from working properly<br />
<br />
# client loses internet connectivity during seeding/leeching (uploading/downloading) and is closed prior to re-establishing a connection<br />
# client crashes due to an error or you forcefully terminate it<br />
# client cannot connect to the tracker despite retries (it will continue its P2P activity with the last successful peer list received)<br />
# tracker might be down for an unknown period of time<br />
# your ISP is intervening with your connection to the tracker by manipulating packets<br />
# administrative operations on the tracker/site software (data restore, upgrades)<br />
<br />
Due to these events, your statistics for a given torrent can be below what you expect it to be. <br />
Most BitTorrent clients will transmit the statistics data in the next successful connection when a tracker connection cannot be established immediately given that they are not closed.<br />
<br />
=== How is my traffic tracked? ===<br />
<br />
BakaBT uses a passkey system to identify each user. Your passkey can be found on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. When you announce, your passkey is used to identify you and to (very accurately) track your upload and download traffic, regardless of any IP changes. The passkey is automatically added to the announce URL of every torrent you download whilst logged in. <b>'''YOU MUST NEVER, EVER GIVE OUT YOUR PASSKEY TO ANY OTHER PERSON.'''</b> Doing so will result in [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|undesirable outcomes]]. We will not help to fix any bad ratios caused by user's negligence of the security of their torrent passkey.<br />
<br />
===What are bonus torrents?===<br />
Bonus torrents are torrents with few seeders or few leechers, the idea of the bonus system is to keep older torrents alive. Bonus torrents are marked with bonus torrent icon [[File:Bonus_icon.jpg]]. When you seed a bonus torrent (and have 100% complete file) you will earn 1 bonus point per hour per bonus torrent. You cannot earn more than 10 bonus points per hour even if you are seeding more than 10 bonus torrents at a time. <br />
<br />
Bonus points can be exchanged for upload credit on the [http://bakabt.me/bonus.php bonus page] (this means you can add an amount onto your 'uploaded' stat on your user page).<br />
<br />
Bonus status depends on the number of seeders as well as the seeder-to-leecher ratio, and a few other factors. And since the number of seeders and leechers on a torrent can change, a torrent can gain or lose bonus status as well.<br />
<br />
Bonus status is checked and updated every hour.<br />
<br />
=== Best practices ===<br />
<br />
If a torrent you are currently leeching or seeding is not listed on your userpage, stop the torrent and resume it again. (also see: [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage]]) Make sure you exit your client properly, so that the tracker receives the required information.If the tracker is down, do not stop seeding. Your traffic may not be tracked during downtime but as soon as the tracker is working again then your traffic will be tracked again.<br />
<br />
=== What BitTorrent clients can I use? ===<br />
<br />
See: "[[BT_Clients|Bittorrent Clients]]"<br />
<br />
=== Can I upload your torrents to other trackers? ===<br />
Yes. However, only post the public torrent files to other trackers, do not post the .torrent file you downloaded when logged in (otherwise [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|these things]] might happen). In other words, log out before downloading the torrent file if you intend to upload it to other trackers.<br />
<br />
(Of course, the torrent files you download through your torrent client are yours to do as you please.)<br />
<br />
==Using BakaBT from multiple machines==<br />
<br />
====Can I login from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes. But you are advised not to log in at the computer of another BakaBT user; the system may identify you as a multi-account user.<br />
<br />
See also: "[[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|Why was my account disabled?]]"<br />
<br />
====Can I seed from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes, '''but you may not seed the ''same'' torrent from two different computers/IPs''' as the tracker will not understand how you can be in two places at once, and doing so may cause problems. In the worst case, you may be auto-banned by the tracker.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Freeleech==<br />
<br />
===What is Freeleech?===<br />
<br />
'''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''' symbol is used to indicate that a torrent is subject to '''Freeleech'''. <br />
<br />
When a torrent is flagged with this symbol, it means leeching that torrent will not affect your download amount and will not decrease your ratio. Meanwhile seeding that torrent will continue to improve your ratio and will increase your upload amount. This is an excellent way to improve your ratio. <br />
<br />
Torrents with specific type of content ([http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&hd=1&reorder=1&q=1080p 1080p torrents], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c7=1&reorder=1 Artbooks], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c8=1&reorder=1 Music Videos], and [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?ordertype=size&only=0&reorder=1&q=&order=1 torrents smaller than 100 MB]) are subject to Freeleech, this is to promote their distribution. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' Warned members can not benefit from Freeleech, as they are not allowed to leech.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' This behavior is controlled by the BakaBT tracker, this means as long as the torrent is flagged with '''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''', you can benefit from this feature during leeching even if you have downloaded the torrent file before it is flagged.<br />
<br />
====How often does global freeleech happen?====<br />
<br />
Almost never. Don't ask us when it will be happening because we will ignore you.<br />
<br />
====The tracker went down. What do I do?====<br />
<br />
You wait until the tracker comes back up.<br />
<br />
====Why did the tracker go down?====<br />
<br />
Imagine that you and a friend are working at a restaurant. All of a sudden 130,000+ people come into the restaurant and demand 10+ meals each. Obviously the restaurant can't handle that load and eventually shuts down. During its downtime, it will catch up on orders and eventually re-open. Same principle here, when too many people connect to the server, the server may become overloaded and shut down. Be patient, eventually the server will come back up.<br />
<br />
====What shouldn't I do?====<br />
<br />
* Do not Manually spam updates on the tracker. It will not help you connect faster; on the contrary, it puts extra strain on the server and may cause more downtime. That means you will not be able to enjoy the full benefits of the freeleech period. <br />
* Do not leech only. Part of the purpose of freeleech is to help you improve your ratio. It would be foolish if you leeched and don't seed.<br />
<br />
=Downloading/Seeding and Connection Issues=<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Questions==<br />
<br />
====What's the difference between seeding and uploading?====<br />
<br />
''Uploading'' is posting a new torrent to our tracker, where it will appear on the [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offered] or [http://bakabt.me/browse.php Browse] pages.<br />
<br />
''Seeding'' is uploading data to other users on a torrent after you have completed the download.<br />
<br />
====I don't see the leeching, seeding, seeded torrent tabs in my stats page (anymore)====<br />
As of September 29th, 2010 those tabs have been removed. You can see the torrents you are seeding/leeching on the ''Active'' tab. <br />
<br />
The BitTorrent protocol and clients are not designed to report the individual torrent status information in a way that the previous separate tabs mechanism could work as expected.<br />
<br />
====I have leeched/downloaded the torrents but some torrents won't seed====<br />
<br />
''Leeching'' a torrent requires seeders and the number of seeders generally determine how fast you can leech a torrent, higher the number of seeders - higher the download speed. Unfortunately this becomes a problem when you finish downloading the torrent and afterwards intend to seed it back because if there are too many seeders and no (or a small number of) ''leechers'' when you are seeding you won't get a chance to seed.<br />
<br />
An option is to continue seeding those torrents as much as possible and wait for the ratio for that torrent to reach 1.5 or alternatively you can download other torrent with more potential to ''seed'' (popular torrents with many ''leechers'')<br />
<br />
See also [[FAQ#Freeleech|Freeleech Torrents]]<br />
<br />
====I have some files on my computer, how do I seed them or upload them to BakaBT?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[FAQ#I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?|I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?]]" and "[[FAQ#Why can't I offer new torrents?|Why can't I offer new torrents?]]"<br />
<br />
====Why do I have to wait before I can download a new torrent?====<br />
<br />
When new torrents are uploaded, those with Power User (or higher) status are given 'first dibs'. By virtue of their good share ratio we trust that these users will stick around to help seed the torrent after they benefit from having exclusive access to the initial seeders. Other users must wait for the timer to expire before they can download the .torrent file.<br />
<br />
The amount of time you have to wait is proportional to the size of the torrent (the larger the torrent, the longer you have to wait). This is to encourage more people to become Power Users, and to build up a larger seed base before other users are permitted to join the swarm.<br />
<br />
====Why did an active torrent suddenly disappear?====<br />
# The torrent may have been replaced by a superior offer.<br />
# The uploader may have requested for its deletion, with an acceptable reason(s).<br />
# The torrent was requested to be removed by a 3rd party (usually in the form of a cease-and-desist letter).<br />
<br />
It happens from time to time and we regret that no alerts will be given prior to deletion. If this is unacceptable, we suggest that you get your files from other public trackers (such as Anirena, Minglong or Nyaa) instead, where torrents are less likely to be removed.<br />
<br />
====What is a torrent passkey?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|How is my traffic tracked?]]<br />
<br />
====I lost all my files, and I can't download or seed, help!====<br />
<br />
See: [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|Fixing Your Ratio]]<br />
<br />
==Connectivity and Speed Issues==<br />
<br />
If your question falls under any of these categories:<br />
# Cannot access BakaBT<br />
# Port number is '---'/other port-related issues<br />
# Proxying and proxies<br />
# Dynamic/static IPs and NAT<br />
# Slow downloading/uploading<br />
<br />
Kindly refer to the [[Troubleshooting]] section for more information.<br />
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==Torrenting Issues==<br />
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====I can't leech/seed a torrent====<br />
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If the BakaBT tracker is preventing you from leeching/seeding a torrent, it will inform your client in the form of error messages through the trackers tab/pane. Look at the tracker status and refer to [[FAQ#Common Torrent Error Messages]]<br />
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====I'm having trouble with this Bittorrent program, something's wrong with it====<br />
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Do a search in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=7.0 Help section of the forums], and see if someone else has faced the same issue.<br />
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If yours is a unique case, make a new post in the same section. Give clear and detailed information, and include links to the torrents you are having trouble with.<br />
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''Note: We only provide help for [[BT Clients#Whitelist|whitelisted torrent clients]]. Support for other clients will not be provided.<br />
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====What do I do if a torrent has no seeds?====<br />
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Hop on the forums and post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=5.0 Reseed Request] section. Be sure to read the rules before posting.<br />
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====I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?====<br />
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See: "[[For First Timers#Seeding|Seeding]]"<br />
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====What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?====<br />
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BitTorrent clients check the data they receive for integrity. When a piece fails this check it is automatically re-downloaded. Occasional hash fails are a common occurrence, and you shouldn't worry.<br />
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Some clients have an (advanced) option/preference to 'kick/ban clients that send you bad data' or similar. It should be turned on, since it makes sure that if a peer repeatedly sends you pieces that fail the hash check it will be ignored in the future.<br />
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====The torrent is supposed to be 100MB. How come I downloaded 120MB?====<br />
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See: [[FAQ#What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?|What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?]]<br />
If your client receives bad data it will have to redownload it, therefore the total downloaded may be larger than the torrent size. Make sure the "kick/ban" option is turned on to minimize the extra downloads.<br />
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====What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?====<br />
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If you just want to fix it reboot your computer, it should solve the problem. Otherwise, see "[[Troubleshooting#What.27s_this_IOError_-_Error13_Permission_denied_error.3F|What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?]]".<br />
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====Downloading or seeding is slow! How do I speed it up?====<br />
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See: "[[Troubleshooting#Speed Issues|Troubleshooting: Speed Issues]]".<br />
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= Torrent Offers and Adoptions =<br />
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== Torrent Offer System ==<br />
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====What does 'New' mean?====<br />
Newly offered torrents are not registered with the tracker until they are approved. Until then, they will not be available for download.<br /><br />
The time it takes for torrent approval varies and is dependent upon many different factors, so a reliable estimate cannot be given. <br />
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====What does 'Semi-approved' mean?====<br />
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Offers require the approval of two staff members before they are added to the tracker. 'Semi-approved' is the state an offer acquires when at least one staff member has granted it, but it is pending further approval.<br />
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====What is 'On hold' status?====<br />
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Pending notification for all offers that require more work. On hold status is usually followed with a reason.<br /><br />
Offers on hold are no longer counted on the 'Offered' page.<br />
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====Why can't I offer new torrents?====<br />
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Only Power Users can make new torrent offers, which will be granted or rejected by staff. Torrents offered by staff members and Power Uploaders are added to the torrent pool directly without going through the approval procedure.<br />
Non-Power Users can not make offers.<br />
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====I have another question related to torrents and offers====<br />
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If it is any of the following questions:<br />
# What can I offer/not offer to BakaBT?<br />
# I have files that I would like to upload, how do I upload them here?<br />
# What should I put in the description?<br />
# How should I name my files?<br />
# What are good keywords for my torrent?<br />
# Why does it say "This torrent contains improper files, please swap the torrent file" on the torrent page?<br />
# What are "extra files" and what should I add?<br />
# How do I attach extra files?<br />
# What should I put in my torrents?<br />
# What is this torrent swapping feature?<br />
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Kindly see: "[[How to make an offer]]"<br />
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== Torrent Adoption System ==<br />
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====Why should I adopt a torrent?====<br />
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At the time of writing, no outright benefits are given for torrent adoption. You adopt because the description of a torrent does not sit right with you, and you have the irresistible urge to fix it, put it right and provide accurate information for future users of BakaBT who will chance upon said torrent.<br />
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''Note: The adopter effectively becomes the new owner of the torrent. As such, he/she is expected to carry out the usual duties of the torrent owner. They'll be responsible for re-seeding the torrent if it dies (so adopters <u>must</u> have the torrent files), keep descriptions up to date, and make torrent swaps where necessary. Torrent adopting is not stamp-collecting.''<br />
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''Note 2: Many users are under a false impression that adopting torrents will inadvertently fix your ratio or give you freeleech right even if you are warned. This is <u>'''false'''</u>.<br />
Only seeding can increase your ratio, and by adopting you are assumed to already have the files you planning to adopt and therefore seed.''<br />
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====What should I do to ensure that my adoption request will be granted?====<br />
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* Submit a proper reason for adoption. Tell us what you are going to fix, what you will add, what you will do with the torrent. If the reason for adoption is "I will fix the torrent", we're not likely to be convinced.<br />
* It helps if you have a portfolio.<br />
** Users who consistently submit good torrent descriptions (by adopting, or making torrent offers) will obviously be trusted more than users without said portfolio. So if you already have torrents in your ''Uploaded'' tab, do take a look at them and work on those first before adopting new torrents.<br />
** If you are a new user with no prior experience do not worry, we will sit you through the description-editing process and help you bring it up to speed, all you need is a willingness to learn and dedication to the adoption process.<br />
* Seed the torrent. While owners are not expected to seed the torrent files 24/7, being a seed on the peerlist gives us the assurance that you have the files are will be able to re-seed the torrent as and when the need arises.<br />
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====What do I need to do after I adopt a torrent?====<br />
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Bring it up to date, in accordance with the [[How_to_make_an_offer#Description_Content|torrent description content guidelines]]. Keep tabs on it, and re-seed the torrent if it dies (has 0 seeders).<br />
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====What if I want to replace the torrent files with a better, superior version?====<br />
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[http://bakabt.me/upload.php Make a new torrent offer], and add a comment, giving the URL of the torrent you wish to replace. The adoption system is meant for fixing torrents, not replacing them.<br />
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= Is there an RSS feed available for BakaBT? =<br />
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RSS Feeds are only available for Power Users. You will see the RSS Feed link appear when you become one.<br />
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To get fast updates on newly approved torrents alternatively you can join [irc://irc.rizon.net/BakaBT #BakaBT] where all new approvals are announced by our bot.<br />
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= Can I add an RSS feed in my torrent client? =<br />
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No. RSS feature is purely for informative purpose, automatic torrent leeching via RSS is not supported.<br />
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= How can I get an avatar on the Blog? =<br />
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Wordpress has its own Avatar-System with which you can have the same avatar on all Wordpress-Blogs you have an account on.<br />
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For this you have to go to [http://www.gravatar.com/ Gravatar] and sign up with your e-mail address with which you created your account on the blog<br />
Wait for the e-mail with the activation-key, click on the link and enter the needed information.<br />
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After logging in click on <u>"Add one by clicking here"</u>, choose the location of the avatar and resize the box to fit your avatar.<br />
Now you only have to choose a rating for it and you are finished.<br />
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= What if I can't find the answer to my problem here? =<br />
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So, after reading all that, you still can't find a solution? Read on. Post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/ forums], by all means. You'll find it's a friendly and helpful place, '''provided you follow a few basic guidelines''':<br />
* You might have missed a few wiki pages. Did you know we also have the following wiki pages?<br />
# [[Site Rules]]<br />
# [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]]<br />
# [[Troubleshooting]]<br />
# [[Account Restrictions]]<br />
# [[How to make an offer]]<br />
# [[Format Preferences|What we allow on BakaBT]]<br />
* Make sure your problem has not been answered in this FAQ. There's no point in posting just to be sent back here amidst a torrent of angry remarks telling you not to waste other people's time.<br />
* Before posting, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">'''read the stickied topics'''</span> (the ones at the top of each subforum page). Many times, new information that still hasn't been incorporated in the FAQ can be found there.<br />
* Help us in helping you. Do '''not''' just say "it doesn't work!". Provide details so that we don't have to guess or waste time asking. What client do you use? What's your OS? What's your network setup? What's the exact error message you get, if any? What are the torrents you are having problems with? The more details you give the easier it will be for us, and the more likely your post will get a useful reply, as opposed to a reply that just asks for more information.<br />
* PLEASE make an effort to make your posts readable. There is nothing worse than trying to decipher a post that looks like it was written by someone mashing their face on the keyboard. Perfect spelling isn't necessary, but basic grammar and punctuation definitely helps.<br />
* ... and needless to say: be polite. Demanding help rarely works. Asking nicely for it usually does the trick.<br />
* '''DO NOT''' send a private message to a staff member. If you don't wish to post in the forums, use [http://bakabt.me/help.php the help form] instead, or ask on the [[IRC|IRC channel]].<br />
* To prove that you have read this FAQ before seeking help, please quote the words 'Amorphous Plate Wiggle' in your post. We are quite serious. Failure to do so will result in your thread being locked immediately or your help request being ignored. This phrase is subject to change.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=FAQ&diff=5917FAQ2014-03-16T06:48:52Z<p>Duki: /* Common Torrent Error Messages */</p>
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If you are new to Bittorrent and/or the anime fansub scene, you should take a look at the [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]] as well.<br />
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= Site information and Basic Help =<br />
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==What makes BakaBT different?==<br />
There are many anime torrent sites but BakaBT is unique in the quality of our content. Our goal is to provide torrents [[Site Rules#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines|only for completed anime or anime-related material]] and [[How_to_make_an_offer#Is_your_offer_the_highest-quality_offer_around.3F|we pick only the best versions]]. We do not accept public submissions; only [[FAQ#User Classes|Power Users and Power Uploaders]] may do so.<br />
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All [[FAQ#Torrent Offer System|submissions are thoroughly checked]] before they are added to our [http://bakabt.me/browse.php ever-growing list of series]; by ''ever-growing'', we really mean ever-growing in the sense that even old torrents are still seeded. Our mantra in short: '''quality over quantity''', and '''ease-of-use'''.<br />
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Do keep in mind that BakaBT exists because of its users; old content is still available because of the many dedicated seeders who provide you with good download speeds, so [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|returning the favour]] is a must.<br />
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This is a public tracker, but we do prefer users to register before using the site. Before you do anything here at BakaBT, we suggest you read the [[Rules]]! There are only a few rules to abide by and most are common sense.<br />
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==How do I...==<br />
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====Bookmark a torrent or remove a bookmarked torrent?====<br />
Click on the star icon labelled 'Bookmark' next to the torrent title at the top of every torrent page. If the star icon appears grey, the torrent is not bookmarked; If it is yellow, the torrent is bookmarked.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have bookmarked will show up under the 'Bookmarked' tab (below your 'Uploaded' tab).<br />
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====Add a torrent to my wishlist?====<br />
Click on the scroll icon labelled 'Wishlist' next to the torrent title. If the scroll icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your wishlist; If the scroll appears blue, the torrent is in your wishlist.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your wishlist will show up under the 'Wishlist' tab (below your 'Bookmarked' tab).<br />
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====Get notified on torrent swaps and new comments for a torrent?====<br />
Click on the bell icon labelled 'Notify me' next to the torrent title. If the bell icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your notify list; If the bell appears golden, the torrent is in your notify list.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your notify list will show up under the 'Notify' tab (below your 'Wishlist' tab).<br />
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====Report problems that I noticed?====<br />
A report is a system message that informs staff members of issues that need attention. Staff members will deal with these issues as they see fit. Only Power users can use the report feature on the tracker.<br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;;">Reporting Torrents</span>''<br />
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::<p>The report function brings a torrent or a comment to moderators' attention. Use this function if:<br />
::# A torrent does not comply with [[Site Rules|site rules]] (e.g., if it is [[Blacklist|blacklisted material]])<br />
::# It has corrupted files<br />
::# The link is broken (i.e., you are unable to download the .torrent file)<br />
::# Image links are broken (PM the uploader first; if you get no reply after a week then report it). Please note that a single broken image is not grounds for reporting, if all other images conform to the rules. Report if images are of wrong resolution, don't have subtitles or are in the wrong format.<br />
::# A better version of the torrent exists (Note that we do allow XViD releases. TV fansubs are allowed alongside DVD rips with only R1 subtitles). Please link us to the newer torrent in that case.<br />
::# Other torrent-related problems (e.g. groupings not set or incorrectly set)<br />
::# Reporting a torrent for unrelated reasons will incur warnings; and bans will be issued if abuse continues. In other words, don't report a torrent just because you don't like the user, or because you are having trouble getting a good download speed on it.<br />
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::To report a torrent, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the torrent title. If the exclamation mark icon appears grey, the torrent has not been reported; If the exclamation mark appears red, the torrent has been reported (by you or someone else).</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Comments</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report comments if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They constitute useless spam (such as 'seed this' or 'approve this').<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|tracker guidelines]].<br />
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::To report a comment, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the 'Quote' button in the upper-right corner of the comment box. If the icon is labelled 'REPORTED' in capital letters, the comment has been reported to site staff and will be dealt with soon.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Forum Posts</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report forum posts if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Forum Guidelines|forum guidelines]].<br />
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::The report link for forum posts is at the bottom-right corner of each forum post.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Stat-Hackers</span>''<br />
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::<p>If you find people with downright impossible torrent statistics, post a link to their userpage in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=10172.0 this forum thread] and include a reason for suspicion.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Site Errors</span>''<br />
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::<p>Errors you get with site behaviour (especially if you get error messages) can be reported in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=14438.0 Site Errors forum thread]. Read the first post and do a quick search before reporting; someone might have reported the problem already.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Other Reports</span>''<br />
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::<p>Reports regarding other things (that do not have a proper reporting channel) may be reported using the [http://bakabt.me/help.php help form]. '''Do not abuse this feature'''.</p><br />
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==Why is some content on the blacklist?==<br />
The [[Blacklist#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines]] are self-explanatory. We are quite specific about the kind of animation we archive, and also require that they meet certain quality standards.<br />
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Stuff on the [[Blacklist#Material not allowed on BakaBT|blacklist]] is there because it is liable to get BakaBT into *trouble*.<br />
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==What information about me does BakaBT store? Is it secure?==<br />
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We store your account information used for registration. your email is hidden from other users, and only shown to site staff.<br />
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The amount of upload and download you get on each torrent, as well as your total upload and download, is stored permanently by the server until your account is deleted. These upload and download statistics will always be shown wherever relevant. Torrent stats will be shown in peerlists (if you appear in them), and in your userpage under the relevant columns (if you chose not to hide them).<br />
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Information about torrents that you are leeching and/or seeding, as well as torrents you have leeched and/or seeded, are stored on the server. If you have enabled privacy settings, only information for the past 30 days will be kept. If privacy settings are disabled, all prior information is stored on the server.<br />
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=Account information=<br />
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====How many accounts am I allowed to have?====<br />
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One. Ever. You are only allowed a single account in your lifetime. What would you do with more than one account anyway?<br />
Users who are found with more than one account will have the newest ones disabled and warnings issued. Repeated attempts to create new accounts will result in permanent bans of all accounts from our site.<br />
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====Can my friends and family use their account on the same computer?====<br />
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This is highly discouraged, as the system will identify both of you as [[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|multi-account]] users.<br />
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====What do you do about stat-hackers?====<br />
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Permanent ban, no appeal. See [[For First Timers#Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition|Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition]] for more information.<br />
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==Registration and Login==<br />
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====I registered an account but did not receive the confirmation e-mail!====<br />
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Mail can sometimes take up to half a day to be sent out by our server. Please be patient.<br /><br />
Remember to check your '''spam/trash/etc.''' folder in case our confirmation mail doesn't appear in your Inbox.<br /><br />
If the mail is nowhere to be found, drop by [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] on [[IRC]] to ask for further assistance.<br />
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Alternatively, try another email address ([http://www.gmail.com GMail] accounts tend to see the most success so far).<br /><br />
Accounts registered using 'disposable' email accounts will be rejected by the server, so do not use those. Get a proper email account.<br />
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If you registered for an account and got the confirmation email, but decided you don't like the username you picked, leave the email alone (do not click the confirmation link). Unconfirmed accounts are removed after 3 days so you can try again with a different username.<br />
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====Help! I cannot login!? (a.k.a. Login of Death)====<br />
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'''See:''' [[Troubleshooting#I Can't log in|Troubleshooting: Login Issues]]<br />
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Another solution is to visit your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page].<br />
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====I've lost my user name or password! Can you send it to me?====<br />
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Use [http://bakabt.me/recover.php this form] to have the login details mailed back to you (Or click "Lost Password?" beside the login field).<br />
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====Can you change my username or rename my account?====<br />
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Users can request their '''tracker account''' renamed in our support channel [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] only once. You are required to state a valid reason for your request, otherwise it will be rejected. Using your real name in your nick is a valid reason; getting tired of your old name is not.<br />
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'''Forum usernames''' are not renamed. <br />
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Note that if your tracker account is renamed, members might have trouble identifying you later (different tracker account name & forum username).<br />
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Also the users cannot request existing account names so please check availability before asking.<br />
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====Forum registration is closed, what do I do?====<br />
Your main site account and forum account are linked. However, your forum account needs to be activated via your main site account. To do this, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings] page and scroll down to the checkbox that says "'''Enable Forum Account'''". Check the box, enter your password in the "Change password field" twice and click "'''Submit Changes'''". Your forum account will then be active.<br />
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=====How do I verify if my forum account is active?=====<br />
There are 2 ways to verify if you've successfully activated your forum account:<br />
* After you've enabled the account and saved the changes, the checkbox next to the '''"Enable Forum Account"''' field will remain checked and greyed out, followed with "Forum account enabled".<br />
* Alternatively you can double-check by clicking the Forum account link from your profile page. If you've activated it successfully you'll see your Forum Profile page, otherwise you'll encounter the following error: "The user whose profile you are trying to view does not exist."<br />
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=====I've confirmed I've activated my account, but every time I try to log in I get the "Wrong Password"=====<br />
If you are certain you've followed all the steps correctly and have not simply mistyped your password, please use the [http://bakabt.me/help.php Help Form] to explain your issue and we'll provide you with assistance as soon as possible.<br />
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==Account Pruning and Deletion==<br />
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====Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?====<br />
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Accounts are pruned after 11 months of disuse (i.e. not logging in within 11 months). Accounts with 0 download and 0 upload are pruned earlier.<br />
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====My account is gone! Can you recover it?====<br />
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Unfortunately, we can't do anything about pruned accounts. If you were able to create a new account under the same name and/or e-mail address, it is proof that your old account is permanently gone.<br />
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====I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?====<br />
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Leave your account alone and it will be pruned after 11 months (See: "[[FAQ#Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?|Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?]]").<br />
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==User Classes==<br />
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====What are the different user classes?====<br />
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| '''User'''<br />
| Normal user, can choose to view hentai, can adopt torrents.<br />
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| '''Power User'''<br />
| Higher user, can view peer lists and report bad torrents or comments. Can make torrent offers. Has access to RSS feed.<br />
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| '''Uploader'''<br />
| Deprecated and merged with the Power User class.<br />
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| '''Power Uploader'''<br />
| These people can upload directly to the torrent pool without requiring moderator approval. These people are appointed by staff if deemed a trustworthy member of the BakaBT community. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
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| Appointed by Admins. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
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====How do I become a Power User?====<br />
Both seed and leech at least 25GB and have a ratio equal to or greater than 0.5 to maintain it.<br />
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====I just qualified as a Power User, but my status hasn't updated?====<br />
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User status updates every day. Give it 24-48 hours and [http://bakabt.me/help.php use the help form] if it still does not update.<br />
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==Warnings and Bans==<br />
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===I got a warning/was suspended/might be banned, what do I do?===<br />
See: "[[Account Restrictions|Warnings, Suspensions and Bans]]"<br />
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::'''I got warned but my hard drive crashed/ I got a virus/ Computer got thrown out of window/ Dog ate my homework/ Nobody really likes to leech my hentai/ etc so I lost all my files so I can't seed. Please unwarn me so I can download something to seed...'''<br />
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::If you racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt on a credit card and then suddenly lost your main source of income, do you think the credit card company is going to let you off with a debt writeoff (or even reactivate your card for more spending)?<br />
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::You got yourself into that situation, you'll have to [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|pull yourself out of it]].<br />
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::'''But I've turned over a new leaf, and I am now a dedicated seeder who will keep his/her torrents running 24/7. Please unwarn me.'''<br />
::<br />
::If you have indeed turned over a new leaf, prove it by fixing your ratio. We've [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|outlined a few ways for you to do so]].<br />
<br />
==Privacy==<br />
<br />
====Why is my IP displayed on my details page?====<br />
<br />
Only you and the site staff can view your IP address and email. Other users cannot see that information.<br />
<br />
====How do I hide torrents on my userpage?====<br />
<br />
You can edit statistics display level through the [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page], in the '''User page''' tab.<br />
<br />
====Does BakaBT store information on the things I download?====<br />
<br />
Yes. This is a statistics-tracking site after all, so we store as much information as is needed to implement the features you find on this site. You can [[FAQ#How do I hide torrents on my userpage?|hide your torrent statistics]], but no requests for deletion of data from our database will be entertained.<br />
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<br />
<br />
= Torrent and Tracker Issues =<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Torrent Error Messages==<br />
<br />
{|cellspacing="20"<br />
|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|"Failure: you are warned, you are not allowed to download, see our wiki for more info"<br />
!width=50%|"Failure: unregistered torrent pass"<br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your ratio is too low and your account has been [[FAQ#I_got_a_warning.2Fwas_suspended.2Fmight_be_banned.2C_what_do_I_do.3F|warned]].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Seed more and improve your ratio.<br />
<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause #1:'''<br><br />
The tracker can not find a user associated with the [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent pass]] you're sending it in your announce URL.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Log in to your BakaBT account and re-download the torrent from the site.<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Cause #2:'''<br><br />
The torrent is using an expired public key. Note: Public key is only valid until the end of the month.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Re-download the torrent file from the site.<br />
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|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;">"Failure: unregistered torrent"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;">"No connection could be made because the target machine actively refused it"</span><br /><br />
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|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The torrent you downloaded is not/no longer tracked by our tracker.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the torrent has been swapped, replaced or removed. We occasionally prune old obsolete torrents or material that have become [[Blacklist|blacklisted]].<br />
<br />
If you have checked and verified that it is neither of these causes, then it may be a database error. [[FAQ#Report_problems_that_I_noticed.3F|Report]] the torrent (click on the exclamation mark beside the torrent title) and let us know. Note that you need to be logged in to your BakaBT account in order to make reports.<br />
<br><br />
<br><br />
'''Note:''' This message also is present on new offers, since the torrent needs to be approved first in order to be registered with the tracker.<br />
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|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The tracker is down<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the tracker is momentarily offline, you can see the tracker status in the topic title on [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #BakaBT] channel. If it is down, there is nothing you can do except to wait for it to come back up. Leave your client running and stats will update correctly after the tracker is back online. If you stop torrents while it's down, they won't update.<br />
<br />
If the tracker seems to be online and you're still having the problem, drop by the support channel at [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #bakabt-support] and we'll try to see what the problem actually is.<br />
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|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: access denied, torrents limit reached"</span><br /><br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: use of this client is not allowed on our tracker, please see http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php"</span><br /><br />
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|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are downloading too many torrents.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Users are allowed to download 3 torrents at a time. Power Users are allowed to download 10 torrents at a time. You are allowed to seed an unlimited number of torrents, regardless of your class. Check your userpage to see which torrents you are already downloading.<br />
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|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your torrent client is not in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php|whitelist].<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Use a torrent client that is in the [http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php|whitelist]. See [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19305.0 this forum thread] for more information.<br />
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|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Finding peers"</span><br /><br />
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|-valign="top"<br />
|width="50%"|<br />
'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are '''not''' even looking in the right place to find what the error actually is.<br />
<br />
''Solution:''<br><br />
Find the trackers tab in your client, and see what status message is displayed next to the tracker url. Now you can troubleshoot further by referring to torrent error messages.<br />
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|}<br />
<br />
==Common Torrent-related Problems==<br />
<br />
===Well known site errors===<br />
<br />
Errors in this section are considered to be well known. This means, other members have reported the error before and BakaBT experts are working to solve the problem or the problem is just temporary. Unless otherwise stated, you don't need to report the error again.<br />
<br />
====Some torrents on my userpage are listed in wrong tabs====<br />
<br />
You might see your torrents listed on the tabs where it is not supposed to be, this is a known bug.<br />
Examples:<br />
# Missing, appearing/disappearing torrents in tabs.<br />
# Torrents not in correct tabs<br />
# Torrents listed in multiple tabs<br />
<br />
====I've finished or cancelled a torrent. Why is it still listed in my userpage?====<br />
<br />
Some older clients do not report properly to the tracker when cancelling or finishing a torrent. In that case the tracker will keep waiting for the message - and thus listing the torrent as seeding or leeching - until the peer information timeout occurs. Just ignore it, it should go away after a few hours.<br />
<br />
====I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account====<br />
<br />
'''Cause #1:''' People are using your torrent key (you accidentally posted your [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent key]] publicly)<br><br />
'''Cause #2:''' You hot-linked to a .torrent file that is tagged with your passkey<br><br />
'''Cause #3:''' You posted a screenshot of your torrent program with your passkey visible<br><br />
'''Cause #4:''' You revealed your torrent passkey to one or more people<br><br />
'''Cause #5:''' You uploaded a .torrent file that has your passkey to another tracker.<br><br />
'''Cause #6:''' You sent a .torrent file that has your passkey to a friend, or hotlinked the torrent download button to him.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and generate a new key. All your old torrents will become invalid immediately, so <u>you will have to re-download your torrents</u>. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change before resuming your torrenting.<br />
<br />
To prevent similar issues occurring in future, do not hot-link to our torrent files (only link to the description page), and do not post your personal .torrent file (the one you download when logged in) to other trackers.<br />
<br />
====I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage====<br />
<br />
'''Cause:''' You downloaded a public torrent.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Log in and re-download the torrent.<br />
<br />
====My stats are not updating. What can I do?====<br />
<br />
Check that the torrent pass in your client's tracker announce URL matches the one shown on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. If it doesn't (or if it does, but you're still having problems), then: Remove the torrent entries from your torrent client. Re-download the .torrent files and open them in your client. Force a hash recheck and resume activity.<br />
<br />
If that doesn't help, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and regenerate your torrent pass. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change, then repeat the above step. Use only official non-beta clients.<br />
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<br />
====Site stats are different compared to my BitTorrent Client for some torrents====<br />
<br />
Your BitTorrent client is responsible for reporting the torrent upload/download statistics data to the tracker. This data is transmitted in pre-determined intervals (i.e. 30mins) and is incremental which means only the upload/download amount during that period (or successful tracker connections) is sent to the tracker. This mechanism is defined by the BitTorrent Protocol and is not specific to BakaBT. Statistics accuracy is important and is ensured by limiting the BitTorrent clients allowed trough the BakaBT BitTorrent Client Whitelist. The data collected trough the tracker is then reflected to your statistics page on the BakaBT site.<br />
<br />
Under normal circumstances, this mechanism works as intended and your statistics for any torrent will be properly sent to the tracker by your BitTorrent client and you will see similar stats on your client and the BakaBT stats page.<br />
<br />
However, the following events can prevent this mechanism from working properly<br />
<br />
# client loses internet connectivity during seeding/leeching (uploading/downloading) and is closed prior to re-establishing a connection<br />
# client crashes due to an error or you forcefully terminate it<br />
# client cannot connect to the tracker despite retries (it will continue its P2P activity with the last successful peer list received)<br />
# tracker might be down for an unknown period of time<br />
# your ISP is intervening with your connection to the tracker by manipulating packets<br />
# administrative operations on the tracker/site software (data restore, upgrades)<br />
<br />
Due to these events, your statistics for a given torrent can be below what you expect it to be. <br />
Most BitTorrent clients will transmit the statistics data in the next successful connection when a tracker connection cannot be established immediately given that they are not closed.<br />
<br />
=== How is my traffic tracked? ===<br />
<br />
BakaBT uses a passkey system to identify each user. Your passkey can be found on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. When you announce, your passkey is used to identify you and to (very accurately) track your upload and download traffic, regardless of any IP changes. The passkey is automatically added to the announce URL of every torrent you download whilst logged in. <b>'''YOU MUST NEVER, EVER GIVE OUT YOUR PASSKEY TO ANY OTHER PERSON.'''</b> Doing so will result in [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|undesirable outcomes]]. We will not help to fix any bad ratios caused by user's negligence of the security of their torrent passkey.<br />
<br />
===What are bonus torrents?===<br />
Bonus torrents are torrents with few seeders or few leechers, the idea of the bonus system is to keep older torrents alive. Bonus torrents are marked with bonus torrent icon [[File:Bonus_icon.jpg]]. When you seed a bonus torrent (and have 100% complete file) you will earn 1 bonus point per hour per bonus torrent. You cannot earn more than 10 bonus points per hour even if you are seeding more than 10 bonus torrents at a time. <br />
<br />
Bonus points can be exchanged for upload credit on the [http://bakabt.me/bonus.php bonus page] (this means you can add an amount onto your 'uploaded' stat on your user page).<br />
<br />
Bonus status depends on the number of seeders as well as the seeder-to-leecher ratio, and a few other factors. And since the number of seeders and leechers on a torrent can change, a torrent can gain or lose bonus status as well.<br />
<br />
Bonus status is checked and updated every hour.<br />
<br />
=== Best practices ===<br />
<br />
If a torrent you are currently leeching or seeding is not listed on your userpage, stop the torrent and resume it again. (also see: [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage]]) Make sure you exit your client properly, so that the tracker receives the required information.If the tracker is down, do not stop seeding. Your traffic may not be tracked during downtime but as soon as the tracker is working again then your traffic will be tracked again.<br />
<br />
=== What BitTorrent clients can I use? ===<br />
<br />
See: "[[BT_Clients|Bittorrent Clients]]"<br />
<br />
=== Can I upload your torrents to other trackers? ===<br />
Yes. However, only post the public torrent files to other trackers, do not post the .torrent file you downloaded when logged in (otherwise [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|these things]] might happen). In other words, log out before downloading the torrent file if you intend to upload it to other trackers.<br />
<br />
(Of course, the torrent files you download through your torrent client are yours to do as you please.)<br />
<br />
==Using BakaBT from multiple machines==<br />
<br />
====Can I login from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes. But you are advised not to log in at the computer of another BakaBT user; the system may identify you as a multi-account user.<br />
<br />
See also: "[[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|Why was my account disabled?]]"<br />
<br />
====Can I seed from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes, '''but you may not seed the ''same'' torrent from two different computers/IPs''' as the tracker will not understand how you can be in two places at once, and doing so may cause problems. In the worst case, you may be auto-banned by the tracker.<br />
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<br />
==Freeleech==<br />
<br />
===What is Freeleech?===<br />
<br />
'''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''' symbol is used to indicate that a torrent is subject to '''Freeleech'''. <br />
<br />
When a torrent is flagged with this symbol, it means leeching that torrent will not affect your download amount and will not decrease your ratio. Meanwhile seeding that torrent will continue to improve your ratio and will increase your upload amount. This is an excellent way to improve your ratio. <br />
<br />
Torrents with specific type of content ([http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&hd=1&reorder=1&q=1080p 1080p torrents], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c7=1&reorder=1 Artbooks], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c8=1&reorder=1 Music Videos], and [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?ordertype=size&only=0&reorder=1&q=&order=1 torrents smaller than 100 MB]) are subject to Freeleech, this is to promote their distribution. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' Warned members can not benefit from Freeleech, as they are not allowed to leech.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' This behavior is controlled by the BakaBT tracker, this means as long as the torrent is flagged with '''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''', you can benefit from this feature during leeching even if you have downloaded the torrent file before it is flagged.<br />
<br />
====How often does global freeleech happen?====<br />
<br />
Almost never. Don't ask us when it will be happening because we will ignore you.<br />
<br />
====The tracker went down. What do I do?====<br />
<br />
You wait until the tracker comes back up.<br />
<br />
====Why did the tracker go down?====<br />
<br />
Imagine that you and a friend are working at a restaurant. All of a sudden 130,000+ people come into the restaurant and demand 10+ meals each. Obviously the restaurant can't handle that load and eventually shuts down. During its downtime, it will catch up on orders and eventually re-open. Same principle here, when too many people connect to the server, the server may become overloaded and shut down. Be patient, eventually the server will come back up.<br />
<br />
====What shouldn't I do?====<br />
<br />
* Do not Manually spam updates on the tracker. It will not help you connect faster; on the contrary, it puts extra strain on the server and may cause more downtime. That means you will not be able to enjoy the full benefits of the freeleech period. <br />
* Do not leech only. Part of the purpose of freeleech is to help you improve your ratio. It would be foolish if you leeched and don't seed.<br />
<br />
=Downloading/Seeding and Connection Issues=<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Questions==<br />
<br />
====What's the difference between seeding and uploading?====<br />
<br />
''Uploading'' is posting a new torrent to our tracker, where it will appear on the [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offered] or [http://bakabt.me/browse.php Browse] pages.<br />
<br />
''Seeding'' is uploading data to other users on a torrent after you have completed the download.<br />
<br />
====I don't see the leeching, seeding, seeded torrent tabs in my stats page (anymore)====<br />
As of September 29th, 2010 those tabs have been removed. You can see the torrents you are seeding/leeching on the ''Active'' tab. <br />
<br />
The BitTorrent protocol and clients are not designed to report the individual torrent status information in a way that the previous separate tabs mechanism could work as expected.<br />
<br />
====I have leeched/downloaded the torrents but some torrents won't seed====<br />
<br />
''Leeching'' a torrent requires seeders and the number of seeders generally determine how fast you can leech a torrent, higher the number of seeders - higher the download speed. Unfortunately this becomes a problem when you finish downloading the torrent and afterwards intend to seed it back because if there are too many seeders and no (or a small number of) ''leechers'' when you are seeding you won't get a chance to seed.<br />
<br />
An option is to continue seeding those torrents as much as possible and wait for the ratio for that torrent to reach 1.5 or alternatively you can download other torrent with more potential to ''seed'' (popular torrents with many ''leechers'')<br />
<br />
See also [[FAQ#Freeleech|Freeleech Torrents]]<br />
<br />
====I have some files on my computer, how do I seed them or upload them to BakaBT?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[FAQ#I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?|I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?]]" and "[[FAQ#Why can't I offer new torrents?|Why can't I offer new torrents?]]"<br />
<br />
====Why do I have to wait before I can download a new torrent?====<br />
<br />
When new torrents are uploaded, those with Power User (or higher) status are given 'first dibs'. By virtue of their good share ratio we trust that these users will stick around to help seed the torrent after they benefit from having exclusive access to the initial seeders. Other users must wait for the timer to expire before they can download the .torrent file.<br />
<br />
The amount of time you have to wait is proportional to the size of the torrent (the larger the torrent, the longer you have to wait). This is to encourage more people to become Power Users, and to build up a larger seed base before other users are permitted to join the swarm.<br />
<br />
====Why did an active torrent suddenly disappear?====<br />
# The torrent may have been replaced by a superior offer.<br />
# The uploader may have requested for its deletion, with an acceptable reason(s).<br />
# The torrent was requested to be removed by a 3rd party (usually in the form of a cease-and-desist letter).<br />
<br />
It happens from time to time and we regret that no alerts will be given prior to deletion. If this is unacceptable, we suggest that you get your files from other public trackers (such as Anirena, Minglong or Nyaa) instead, where torrents are less likely to be removed.<br />
<br />
====What is a torrent passkey?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|How is my traffic tracked?]]<br />
<br />
====I lost all my files, and I can't download or seed, help!====<br />
<br />
See: [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|Fixing Your Ratio]]<br />
<br />
==Connectivity and Speed Issues==<br />
<br />
If your question falls under any of these categories:<br />
# Cannot access BakaBT<br />
# Port number is '---'/other port-related issues<br />
# Proxying and proxies<br />
# Dynamic/static IPs and NAT<br />
# Slow downloading/uploading<br />
<br />
Kindly refer to the [[Troubleshooting]] section for more information.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Torrenting Issues==<br />
<br />
====I can't leech/seed a torrent====<br />
<br />
If the BakaBT tracker is preventing you from leeching/seeding a torrent, it will inform your client in the form of error messages through the trackers tab/pane. Look at the tracker status and refer to [[FAQ#Common Torrent Error Messages]]<br />
<br />
<br />
====I'm having trouble with this Bittorrent program, something's wrong with it====<br />
<br />
Do a search in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=7.0 Help section of the forums], and see if someone else has faced the same issue.<br />
<br />
If yours is a unique case, make a new post in the same section. Give clear and detailed information, and include links to the torrents you are having trouble with.<br />
<br />
''Note: We only provide help for [[BT Clients#Whitelist|whitelisted torrent clients]]. Support for other clients will not be provided.<br />
<br />
====What do I do if a torrent has no seeds?====<br />
<br />
Hop on the forums and post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=5.0 Reseed Request] section. Be sure to read the rules before posting.<br />
<br />
====I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[For First Timers#Seeding|Seeding]]"<br />
<br />
====What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?====<br />
<br />
BitTorrent clients check the data they receive for integrity. When a piece fails this check it is automatically re-downloaded. Occasional hash fails are a common occurrence, and you shouldn't worry.<br />
<br />
Some clients have an (advanced) option/preference to 'kick/ban clients that send you bad data' or similar. It should be turned on, since it makes sure that if a peer repeatedly sends you pieces that fail the hash check it will be ignored in the future.<br />
<br />
====The torrent is supposed to be 100MB. How come I downloaded 120MB?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?|What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?]]<br />
If your client receives bad data it will have to redownload it, therefore the total downloaded may be larger than the torrent size. Make sure the "kick/ban" option is turned on to minimize the extra downloads.<br />
<br />
====What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?====<br />
<br />
If you just want to fix it reboot your computer, it should solve the problem. Otherwise, see "[[Troubleshooting#What.27s_this_IOError_-_Error13_Permission_denied_error.3F|What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?]]".<br />
<br />
====Downloading or seeding is slow! How do I speed it up?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[Troubleshooting#Speed Issues|Troubleshooting: Speed Issues]]".<br />
<br />
= Torrent Offers and Adoptions =<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== Torrent Offer System ==<br />
<br />
====What does 'New' mean?====<br />
Newly offered torrents are not registered with the tracker until they are approved. Until then, they will not be available for download.<br /><br />
The time it takes for torrent approval varies and is dependent upon many different factors, so a reliable estimate cannot be given. <br />
<br />
====What does 'Semi-approved' mean?====<br />
<br />
Offers require the approval of two staff members before they are added to the tracker. 'Semi-approved' is the state an offer acquires when at least one staff member has granted it, but it is pending further approval.<br />
<br />
====What is 'On hold' status?====<br />
<br />
Pending notification for all offers that require more work. On hold status is usually followed with a reason.<br /><br />
Offers on hold are no longer counted on the 'Offered' page.<br />
<br />
====Why can't I offer new torrents?====<br />
<br />
Only Power Users can make new torrent offers, which will be granted or rejected by staff. Torrents offered by staff members and Power Uploaders are added to the torrent pool directly without going through the approval procedure.<br />
Non-Power Users can not make offers.<br />
<br />
====I have another question related to torrents and offers====<br />
<br />
If it is any of the following questions:<br />
# What can I offer/not offer to BakaBT?<br />
# I have files that I would like to upload, how do I upload them here?<br />
# What should I put in the description?<br />
# How should I name my files?<br />
# What are good keywords for my torrent?<br />
# Why does it say "This torrent contains improper files, please swap the torrent file" on the torrent page?<br />
# What are "extra files" and what should I add?<br />
# How do I attach extra files?<br />
# What should I put in my torrents?<br />
# What is this torrent swapping feature?<br />
<br />
Kindly see: "[[How to make an offer]]"<br />
<br />
== Torrent Adoption System ==<br />
<br />
====Why should I adopt a torrent?====<br />
<br />
At the time of writing, no outright benefits are given for torrent adoption. You adopt because the description of a torrent does not sit right with you, and you have the irresistible urge to fix it, put it right and provide accurate information for future users of BakaBT who will chance upon said torrent.<br />
<br />
''Note: The adopter effectively becomes the new owner of the torrent. As such, he/she is expected to carry out the usual duties of the torrent owner. They'll be responsible for re-seeding the torrent if it dies (so adopters <u>must</u> have the torrent files), keep descriptions up to date, and make torrent swaps where necessary. Torrent adopting is not stamp-collecting.''<br />
<br />
''Note 2: Many users are under a false impression that adopting torrents will inadvertently fix your ratio or give you freeleech right even if you are warned. This is <u>'''false'''</u>.<br />
Only seeding can increase your ratio, and by adopting you are assumed to already have the files you planning to adopt and therefore seed.''<br />
<br />
====What should I do to ensure that my adoption request will be granted?====<br />
<br />
* Submit a proper reason for adoption. Tell us what you are going to fix, what you will add, what you will do with the torrent. If the reason for adoption is "I will fix the torrent", we're not likely to be convinced.<br />
* It helps if you have a portfolio.<br />
** Users who consistently submit good torrent descriptions (by adopting, or making torrent offers) will obviously be trusted more than users without said portfolio. So if you already have torrents in your ''Uploaded'' tab, do take a look at them and work on those first before adopting new torrents.<br />
** If you are a new user with no prior experience do not worry, we will sit you through the description-editing process and help you bring it up to speed, all you need is a willingness to learn and dedication to the adoption process.<br />
* Seed the torrent. While owners are not expected to seed the torrent files 24/7, being a seed on the peerlist gives us the assurance that you have the files are will be able to re-seed the torrent as and when the need arises.<br />
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====What do I need to do after I adopt a torrent?====<br />
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Bring it up to date, in accordance with the [[How_to_make_an_offer#Description_Content|torrent description content guidelines]]. Keep tabs on it, and re-seed the torrent if it dies (has 0 seeders).<br />
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====What if I want to replace the torrent files with a better, superior version?====<br />
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[http://bakabt.me/upload.php Make a new torrent offer], and add a comment, giving the URL of the torrent you wish to replace. The adoption system is meant for fixing torrents, not replacing them.<br />
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= Is there an RSS feed available for BakaBT? =<br />
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RSS Feeds are only available for Power Users. You will see the RSS Feed link appear when you become one.<br />
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To get fast updates on newly approved torrents alternatively you can join [irc://irc.rizon.net/BakaBT #BakaBT] where all new approvals are announced by our bot.<br />
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= Can I add an RSS feed in my torrent client? =<br />
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No. RSS feature is purely for informative purpose, automatic torrent leeching via RSS is not supported.<br />
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= How can I get an avatar on the Blog? =<br />
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Wordpress has its own Avatar-System with which you can have the same avatar on all Wordpress-Blogs you have an account on.<br />
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For this you have to go to [http://www.gravatar.com/ Gravatar] and sign up with your e-mail address with which you created your account on the blog<br />
Wait for the e-mail with the activation-key, click on the link and enter the needed information.<br />
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After logging in click on <u>"Add one by clicking here"</u>, choose the location of the avatar and resize the box to fit your avatar.<br />
Now you only have to choose a rating for it and you are finished.<br />
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= What if I can't find the answer to my problem here? =<br />
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So, after reading all that, you still can't find a solution? Read on. Post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/ forums], by all means. You'll find it's a friendly and helpful place, '''provided you follow a few basic guidelines''':<br />
* You might have missed a few wiki pages. Did you know we also have the following wiki pages?<br />
# [[Site Rules]]<br />
# [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]]<br />
# [[Troubleshooting]]<br />
# [[Account Restrictions]]<br />
# [[How to make an offer]]<br />
# [[Format Preferences|What we allow on BakaBT]]<br />
* Make sure your problem has not been answered in this FAQ. There's no point in posting just to be sent back here amidst a torrent of angry remarks telling you not to waste other people's time.<br />
* Before posting, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">'''read the stickied topics'''</span> (the ones at the top of each subforum page). Many times, new information that still hasn't been incorporated in the FAQ can be found there.<br />
* Help us in helping you. Do '''not''' just say "it doesn't work!". Provide details so that we don't have to guess or waste time asking. What client do you use? What's your OS? What's your network setup? What's the exact error message you get, if any? What are the torrents you are having problems with? The more details you give the easier it will be for us, and the more likely your post will get a useful reply, as opposed to a reply that just asks for more information.<br />
* PLEASE make an effort to make your posts readable. There is nothing worse than trying to decipher a post that looks like it was written by someone mashing their face on the keyboard. Perfect spelling isn't necessary, but basic grammar and punctuation definitely helps.<br />
* ... and needless to say: be polite. Demanding help rarely works. Asking nicely for it usually does the trick.<br />
* '''DO NOT''' send a private message to a staff member. If you don't wish to post in the forums, use [http://bakabt.me/help.php the help form] instead, or ask on the [[IRC|IRC channel]].<br />
* To prove that you have read this FAQ before seeking help, please quote the words 'Amorphous Plate Wiggle' in your post. We are quite serious. Failure to do so will result in your thread being locked immediately or your help request being ignored. This phrase is subject to change.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=FAQ&diff=5915FAQ2014-02-28T08:41:49Z<p>Duki: /* Common Torrent Error Messages */</p>
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If you are new to Bittorrent and/or the anime fansub scene, you should take a look at the [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]] as well.<br />
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= Site information and Basic Help =<br />
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==What makes BakaBT different?==<br />
There are many anime torrent sites but BakaBT is unique in the quality of our content. Our goal is to provide torrents [[Site Rules#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines|only for completed anime or anime-related material]] and [[How_to_make_an_offer#Is_your_offer_the_highest-quality_offer_around.3F|we pick only the best versions]]. We do not accept public submissions; only [[FAQ#User Classes|Power Users and Power Uploaders]] may do so.<br />
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All [[FAQ#Torrent Offer System|submissions are thoroughly checked]] before they are added to our [http://bakabt.me/browse.php ever-growing list of series]; by ''ever-growing'', we really mean ever-growing in the sense that even old torrents are still seeded. Our mantra in short: '''quality over quantity''', and '''ease-of-use'''.<br />
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Do keep in mind that BakaBT exists because of its users; old content is still available because of the many dedicated seeders who provide you with good download speeds, so [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|returning the favour]] is a must.<br />
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This is a public tracker, but we do prefer users to register before using the site. Before you do anything here at BakaBT, we suggest you read the [[Rules]]! There are only a few rules to abide by and most are common sense.<br />
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==How do I...==<br />
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====Bookmark a torrent or remove a bookmarked torrent?====<br />
Click on the star icon labelled 'Bookmark' next to the torrent title at the top of every torrent page. If the star icon appears grey, the torrent is not bookmarked; If it is yellow, the torrent is bookmarked.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have bookmarked will show up under the 'Bookmarked' tab (below your 'Uploaded' tab).<br />
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====Add a torrent to my wishlist?====<br />
Click on the scroll icon labelled 'Wishlist' next to the torrent title. If the scroll icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your wishlist; If the scroll appears blue, the torrent is in your wishlist.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your wishlist will show up under the 'Wishlist' tab (below your 'Bookmarked' tab).<br />
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====Get notified on torrent swaps and new comments for a torrent?====<br />
Click on the bell icon labelled 'Notify me' next to the torrent title. If the bell icon appears grey, the torrent is not in your notify list; If the bell appears golden, the torrent is in your notify list.<br />
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On your userpage, the torrents you have put in your notify list will show up under the 'Notify' tab (below your 'Wishlist' tab).<br />
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====Report problems that I noticed?====<br />
A report is a system message that informs staff members of issues that need attention. Staff members will deal with these issues as they see fit. Only Power users can use the report feature on the tracker.<br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;;">Reporting Torrents</span>''<br />
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::<p>The report function brings a torrent or a comment to moderators' attention. Use this function if:<br />
::# A torrent does not comply with [[Site Rules|site rules]] (e.g., if it is [[Blacklist|blacklisted material]])<br />
::# It has corrupted files<br />
::# The link is broken (i.e., you are unable to download the .torrent file)<br />
::# Image links are broken (PM the uploader first; if you get no reply after a week then report it). Please note that a single broken image is not grounds for reporting, if all other images conform to the rules. Report if images are of wrong resolution, don't have subtitles or are in the wrong format.<br />
::# A better version of the torrent exists (Note that we do allow XViD releases. TV fansubs are allowed alongside DVD rips with only R1 subtitles). Please link us to the newer torrent in that case.<br />
::# Other torrent-related problems (e.g. groupings not set or incorrectly set)<br />
::# Reporting a torrent for unrelated reasons will incur warnings; and bans will be issued if abuse continues. In other words, don't report a torrent just because you don't like the user, or because you are having trouble getting a good download speed on it.<br />
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::To report a torrent, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the torrent title. If the exclamation mark icon appears grey, the torrent has not been reported; If the exclamation mark appears red, the torrent has been reported (by you or someone else).</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Comments</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report comments if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They constitute useless spam (such as 'seed this' or 'approve this').<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|tracker guidelines]].<br />
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::To report a comment, click on the exclamation mark icon labelled 'Report' next to the 'Quote' button in the upper-right corner of the comment box. If the icon is labelled 'REPORTED' in capital letters, the comment has been reported to site staff and will be dealt with soon.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Forum Posts</span>''<br />
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::<p>Report forum posts if:<br />
::# They are abusive or contribute to flaming.<br />
::# They contain unhidden spoilers for the anime.<br />
::# They flout any of the [[Rules#Forum Guidelines|forum guidelines]].<br />
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::The report link for forum posts is at the bottom-right corner of each forum post.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Stat-Hackers</span>''<br />
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::<p>If you find people with downright impossible torrent statistics, post a link to their userpage in [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=10172.0 this forum thread] and include a reason for suspicion.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Reporting Site Errors</span>''<br />
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::<p>Errors you get with site behaviour (especially if you get error messages) can be reported in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=14438.0 Site Errors forum thread]. Read the first post and do a quick search before reporting; someone might have reported the problem already.</p><br />
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::''<span style="font-size:116%;">Other Reports</span>''<br />
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::<p>Reports regarding other things (that do not have a proper reporting channel) may be reported using the [http://bakabt.me/help.php help form]. '''Do not abuse this feature'''.</p><br />
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==Why is some content on the blacklist?==<br />
The [[Blacklist#Torrent Content Upload Guidelines]] are self-explanatory. We are quite specific about the kind of animation we archive, and also require that they meet certain quality standards.<br />
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Stuff on the [[Blacklist#Material not allowed on BakaBT|blacklist]] is there because it is liable to get BakaBT into *trouble*.<br />
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==What information about me does BakaBT store? Is it secure?==<br />
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We store your account information used for registration. your email is hidden from other users, and only shown to site staff.<br />
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The amount of upload and download you get on each torrent, as well as your total upload and download, is stored permanently by the server until your account is deleted. These upload and download statistics will always be shown wherever relevant. Torrent stats will be shown in peerlists (if you appear in them), and in your userpage under the relevant columns (if you chose not to hide them).<br />
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Information about torrents that you are leeching and/or seeding, as well as torrents you have leeched and/or seeded, are stored on the server. If you have enabled privacy settings, only information for the past 30 days will be kept. If privacy settings are disabled, all prior information is stored on the server.<br />
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=Account information=<br />
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====How many accounts am I allowed to have?====<br />
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One. Ever. You are only allowed a single account in your lifetime. What would you do with more than one account anyway?<br />
Users who are found with more than one account will have the newest ones disabled and warnings issued. Repeated attempts to create new accounts will result in permanent bans of all accounts from our site.<br />
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====Can my friends and family use their account on the same computer?====<br />
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This is highly discouraged, as the system will identify both of you as [[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|multi-account]] users.<br />
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====What do you do about stat-hackers?====<br />
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Permanent ban, no appeal. See [[For First Timers#Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition|Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition]] for more information.<br />
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==Registration and Login==<br />
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====I registered an account but did not receive the confirmation e-mail!====<br />
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Mail can sometimes take up to half a day to be sent out by our server. Please be patient.<br /><br />
Remember to check your '''spam/trash/etc.''' folder in case our confirmation mail doesn't appear in your Inbox.<br /><br />
If the mail is nowhere to be found, drop by [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] on [[IRC]] to ask for further assistance.<br />
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Alternatively, try another email address ([http://www.gmail.com GMail] accounts tend to see the most success so far).<br /><br />
Accounts registered using 'disposable' email accounts will be rejected by the server, so do not use those. Get a proper email account.<br />
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If you registered for an account and got the confirmation email, but decided you don't like the username you picked, leave the email alone (do not click the confirmation link). Unconfirmed accounts are removed after 3 days so you can try again with a different username.<br />
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====Help! I cannot login!? (a.k.a. Login of Death)====<br />
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'''See:''' [[Troubleshooting#I Can't log in|Troubleshooting: Login Issues]]<br />
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Another solution is to visit your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page].<br />
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====I've lost my user name or password! Can you send it to me?====<br />
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Use [http://bakabt.me/recover.php this form] to have the login details mailed back to you (Or click "Lost Password?" beside the login field).<br />
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====Can you change my username or rename my account?====<br />
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Users can request their '''tracker account''' renamed in our support channel [irc://irc.rizon.net/bakabt-support #bakabt-support] only once. You are required to state a valid reason for your request, otherwise it will be rejected. Using your real name in your nick is a valid reason; getting tired of your old name is not.<br />
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'''Forum usernames''' are not renamed. <br />
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Note that if your tracker account is renamed, members might have trouble identifying you later (different tracker account name & forum username).<br />
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Also the users cannot request existing account names so please check availability before asking.<br />
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====Forum registration is closed, what do I do?====<br />
Your main site account and forum account are linked. However, your forum account needs to be activated via your main site account. To do this, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings] page and scroll down to the checkbox that says "'''Enable Forum Account'''". Check the box, enter your password in the "Change password field" twice and click "'''Submit Changes'''". Your forum account will then be active.<br />
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=====How do I verify if my forum account is active?=====<br />
There are 2 ways to verify if you've successfully activated your forum account:<br />
* After you've enabled the account and saved the changes, the checkbox next to the '''"Enable Forum Account"''' field will remain checked and greyed out, followed with "Forum account enabled".<br />
* Alternatively you can double-check by clicking the Forum account link from your profile page. If you've activated it successfully you'll see your Forum Profile page, otherwise you'll encounter the following error: "The user whose profile you are trying to view does not exist."<br />
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=====I've confirmed I've activated my account, but every time I try to log in I get the "Wrong Password"=====<br />
If you are certain you've followed all the steps correctly and have not simply mistyped your password, please use the [http://bakabt.me/help.php Help Form] to explain your issue and we'll provide you with assistance as soon as possible.<br />
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==Account Pruning and Deletion==<br />
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====Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?====<br />
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Accounts are pruned after 11 months of disuse (i.e. not logging in within 11 months). Accounts with 0 download and 0 upload are pruned earlier.<br />
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====My account is gone! Can you recover it?====<br />
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Unfortunately, we can't do anything about pruned accounts. If you were able to create a new account under the same name and/or e-mail address, it is proof that your old account is permanently gone.<br />
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====I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?====<br />
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Leave your account alone and it will be pruned after 11 months (See: "[[FAQ#Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?|Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?]]").<br />
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==User Classes==<br />
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====What are the different user classes?====<br />
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| '''User'''<br />
| Normal user, can choose to view hentai, can adopt torrents.<br />
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| '''Power User'''<br />
| Higher user, can view peer lists and report bad torrents or comments. Can make torrent offers. Has access to RSS feed.<br />
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| '''Uploader'''<br />
| Deprecated and merged with the Power User class.<br />
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| '''Power Uploader'''<br />
| These people can upload directly to the torrent pool without requiring moderator approval. These people are appointed by staff if deemed a trustworthy member of the BakaBT community. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
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| Appointed by Admins. Don't ask about becoming one.<br />
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====How do I become a Power User?====<br />
Both seed and leech at least 25GB and have a ratio equal to or greater than 0.5 to maintain it.<br />
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====I just qualified as a Power User, but my status hasn't updated?====<br />
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User status updates every day. Give it 24-48 hours and [http://bakabt.me/help.php use the help form] if it still does not update.<br />
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==Warnings and Bans==<br />
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===I got a warning/was suspended/might be banned, what do I do?===<br />
See: "[[Account Restrictions|Warnings, Suspensions and Bans]]"<br />
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::'''I got warned but my hard drive crashed/ I got a virus/ Computer got thrown out of window/ Dog ate my homework/ Nobody really likes to leech my hentai/ etc so I lost all my files so I can't seed. Please unwarn me so I can download something to seed...'''<br />
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::If you racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt on a credit card and then suddenly lost your main source of income, do you think the credit card company is going to let you off with a debt writeoff (or even reactivate your card for more spending)?<br />
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::You got yourself into that situation, you'll have to [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|pull yourself out of it]].<br />
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::'''But I've turned over a new leaf, and I am now a dedicated seeder who will keep his/her torrents running 24/7. Please unwarn me.'''<br />
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::If you have indeed turned over a new leaf, prove it by fixing your ratio. We've [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|outlined a few ways for you to do so]].<br />
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==Privacy==<br />
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====Why is my IP displayed on my details page?====<br />
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Only you and the site staff can view your IP address and email. Other users cannot see that information.<br />
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====How do I hide torrents on my userpage?====<br />
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You can edit statistics display level through the [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page], in the '''User page''' tab.<br />
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====Does BakaBT store information on the things I download?====<br />
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Yes. This is a statistics-tracking site after all, so we store as much information as is needed to implement the features you find on this site. You can [[FAQ#How do I hide torrents on my userpage?|hide your torrent statistics]], but no requests for deletion of data from our database will be entertained.<br />
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= Torrent and Tracker Issues =<br />
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==Common Torrent Error Messages==<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your ratio is too low and your account has been [[FAQ#I_got_a_warning.2Fwas_suspended.2Fmight_be_banned.2C_what_do_I_do.3F|warned]].<br />
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Seed more and improve your ratio.<br />
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The tracker can not find a user associated with the [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent pass]] you're sending it in your announce URL.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Log in to your BakaBT account and re-download the torrent from the site.<br />
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'''Cause #2:'''<br><br />
The torrent is using an expired public key. Note: Public key is only valid until the end of the month.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Re-download the torrent file from the site.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
The torrent you downloaded is not/no longer tracked by our tracker.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the torrent has been swapped, replaced or removed. We occasionally prune old obsolete torrents or material that have become [[Blacklist|blacklisted]].<br />
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If you have checked and verified that it is neither of these causes, then it may be a database error. [[FAQ#Report_problems_that_I_noticed.3F|Report]] the torrent (click on the exclamation mark beside the torrent title) and let us know. Note that you need to be logged in to your BakaBT account in order to make reports.<br />
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'''Note:''' This message also is present on new offers, since the torrent needs to be approved first in order to be registered with the tracker.<br />
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The tracker is down<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Check if the tracker is momentarily offline, you can see the tracker status in the topic title on [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #BakaBT] channel. If it is down, there is nothing you can do except to wait for it to come back up. Leave your client running and stats will update correctly after the tracker is back online. If you stop torrents while it's down, they won't update.<br />
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If the tracker seems to be online and you're still having the problem, drop by the support channel at [http://bakabt.me/webirc.php #bakabt-support] and we'll try to see what the problem actually is.<br />
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|-valign="top" style="font-size:12pt;"<br />
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!width=50%|<span style="font-size:12pt;font-weight:bold;">"Failure: use of this client is not allowed on our tracker, please see http://bakabt.me/whitelist.php"</span><br /><br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are downloading too many torrents.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Users are allowed to download 3 torrents at a time. Power Users are allowed to download 10 torrents at a time. You are allowed to seed an unlimited number of torrents, regardless of your class. Check your userpage to see which torrents you are already downloading.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
Your torrent client is not in the [[BT_Clients#Whitelist|whitelist]].<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Use a torrent client that is in the [[BT_Clients#Whitelist|whitelist]]. See [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?topic=19305.0 this forum thread] for more information.<br />
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'''Cause:'''<br><br />
You are '''not''' even looking in the right place to find what the error actually is.<br />
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''Solution:''<br><br />
Find the trackers tab in your client, and see what status message is displayed next to the tracker url. Now you can troubleshoot further by referring to torrent error messages.<br />
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<br />
==Common Torrent-related Problems==<br />
<br />
===Well known site errors===<br />
<br />
Errors in this section are considered to be well known. This means, other members have reported the error before and BakaBT experts are working to solve the problem or the problem is just temporary. Unless otherwise stated, you don't need to report the error again.<br />
<br />
====Some torrents on my userpage are listed in wrong tabs====<br />
<br />
You might see your torrents listed on the tabs where it is not supposed to be, this is a known bug.<br />
Examples:<br />
# Missing, appearing/disappearing torrents in tabs.<br />
# Torrents not in correct tabs<br />
# Torrents listed in multiple tabs<br />
<br />
====I've finished or cancelled a torrent. Why is it still listed in my userpage?====<br />
<br />
Some older clients do not report properly to the tracker when cancelling or finishing a torrent. In that case the tracker will keep waiting for the message - and thus listing the torrent as seeding or leeching - until the peer information timeout occurs. Just ignore it, it should go away after a few hours.<br />
<br />
====I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account====<br />
<br />
'''Cause #1:''' People are using your torrent key (you accidentally posted your [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|torrent key]] publicly)<br><br />
'''Cause #2:''' You hot-linked to a .torrent file that is tagged with your passkey<br><br />
'''Cause #3:''' You posted a screenshot of your torrent program with your passkey visible<br><br />
'''Cause #4:''' You revealed your torrent passkey to one or more people<br><br />
'''Cause #5:''' You uploaded a .torrent file that has your passkey to another tracker.<br><br />
'''Cause #6:''' You sent a .torrent file that has your passkey to a friend, or hotlinked the torrent download button to him.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and generate a new key. All your old torrents will become invalid immediately, so <u>you will have to re-download your torrents</u>. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change before resuming your torrenting.<br />
<br />
To prevent similar issues occurring in future, do not hot-link to our torrent files (only link to the description page), and do not post your personal .torrent file (the one you download when logged in) to other trackers.<br />
<br />
====I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage====<br />
<br />
'''Cause:''' You downloaded a public torrent.<br />
<br />
''Solution:'' Log in and re-download the torrent.<br />
<br />
====My stats are not updating. What can I do?====<br />
<br />
Check that the torrent pass in your client's tracker announce URL matches the one shown on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. If it doesn't (or if it does, but you're still having problems), then: Remove the torrent entries from your torrent client. Re-download the .torrent files and open them in your client. Force a hash recheck and resume activity.<br />
<br />
If that doesn't help, go to your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page] and regenerate your torrent pass. Wait about 10-20 minutes to be sure the tracker has recorded your key change, then repeat the above step. Use only official non-beta clients.<br />
<br />
<br />
====Site stats are different compared to my BitTorrent Client for some torrents====<br />
<br />
Your BitTorrent client is responsible for reporting the torrent upload/download statistics data to the tracker. This data is transmitted in pre-determined intervals (i.e. 30mins) and is incremental which means only the upload/download amount during that period (or successful tracker connections) is sent to the tracker. This mechanism is defined by the BitTorrent Protocol and is not specific to BakaBT. Statistics accuracy is important and is ensured by limiting the BitTorrent clients allowed trough the BakaBT BitTorrent Client Whitelist. The data collected trough the tracker is then reflected to your statistics page on the BakaBT site.<br />
<br />
Under normal circumstances, this mechanism works as intended and your statistics for any torrent will be properly sent to the tracker by your BitTorrent client and you will see similar stats on your client and the BakaBT stats page.<br />
<br />
However, the following events can prevent this mechanism from working properly<br />
<br />
# client loses internet connectivity during seeding/leeching (uploading/downloading) and is closed prior to re-establishing a connection<br />
# client crashes due to an error or you forcefully terminate it<br />
# client cannot connect to the tracker despite retries (it will continue its P2P activity with the last successful peer list received)<br />
# tracker might be down for an unknown period of time<br />
# your ISP is intervening with your connection to the tracker by manipulating packets<br />
# administrative operations on the tracker/site software (data restore, upgrades)<br />
<br />
Due to these events, your statistics for a given torrent can be below what you expect it to be. <br />
Most BitTorrent clients will transmit the statistics data in the next successful connection when a tracker connection cannot be established immediately given that they are not closed.<br />
<br />
=== How is my traffic tracked? ===<br />
<br />
BakaBT uses a passkey system to identify each user. Your passkey can be found on your [http://bakabt.me/settings.php settings page]. When you announce, your passkey is used to identify you and to (very accurately) track your upload and download traffic, regardless of any IP changes. The passkey is automatically added to the announce URL of every torrent you download whilst logged in. <b>'''YOU MUST NEVER, EVER GIVE OUT YOUR PASSKEY TO ANY OTHER PERSON.'''</b> Doing so will result in [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|undesirable outcomes]]. We will not help to fix any bad ratios caused by user's negligence of the security of their torrent passkey.<br />
<br />
===What are bonus torrents?===<br />
Bonus torrents are torrents with few seeders or few leechers, the idea of the bonus system is to keep older torrents alive. Bonus torrents are marked with bonus torrent icon [[File:Bonus_icon.jpg]]. When you seed a bonus torrent (and have 100% complete file) you will earn 1 bonus point per hour per bonus torrent. You cannot earn more than 10 bonus points per hour even if you are seeding more than 10 bonus torrents at a time. <br />
<br />
Bonus points can be exchanged for upload credit on the [http://bakabt.me/bonus.php bonus page] (this means you can add an amount onto your 'uploaded' stat on your user page).<br />
<br />
Bonus status depends on the number of seeders as well as the seeder-to-leecher ratio, and a few other factors. And since the number of seeders and leechers on a torrent can change, a torrent can gain or lose bonus status as well.<br />
<br />
Bonus status is checked and updated every hour.<br />
<br />
=== Best practices ===<br />
<br />
If a torrent you are currently leeching or seeding is not listed on your userpage, stop the torrent and resume it again. (also see: [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|I'm uploading or downloading some torrents but I don't see them on my userpage]]) Make sure you exit your client properly, so that the tracker receives the required information.If the tracker is down, do not stop seeding. Your traffic may not be tracked during downtime but as soon as the tracker is working again then your traffic will be tracked again.<br />
<br />
=== What BitTorrent clients can I use? ===<br />
<br />
See: "[[BT_Clients|Bittorrent Clients]]"<br />
<br />
=== Can I upload your torrents to other trackers? ===<br />
Yes. However, only post the public torrent files to other trackers, do not post the .torrent file you downloaded when logged in (otherwise [[FAQ#I am seeing torrents on my userpage that I never downloaded / Someone has hijacked my account|these things]] might happen). In other words, log out before downloading the torrent file if you intend to upload it to other trackers.<br />
<br />
(Of course, the torrent files you download through your torrent client are yours to do as you please.)<br />
<br />
==Using BakaBT from multiple machines==<br />
<br />
====Can I login from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes. But you are advised not to log in at the computer of another BakaBT user; the system may identify you as a multi-account user.<br />
<br />
See also: "[[Account Restrictions#Why was my account disabled?|Why was my account disabled?]]"<br />
<br />
====Can I seed from different computers/IPs?====<br />
<br />
Yes, '''but you may not seed the ''same'' torrent from two different computers/IPs''' as the tracker will not understand how you can be in two places at once, and doing so may cause problems. In the worst case, you may be auto-banned by the tracker.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Freeleech==<br />
<br />
===What is Freeleech?===<br />
<br />
'''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''' symbol is used to indicate that a torrent is subject to '''Freeleech'''. <br />
<br />
When a torrent is flagged with this symbol, it means leeching that torrent will not affect your download amount and will not decrease your ratio. Meanwhile seeding that torrent will continue to improve your ratio and will increase your upload amount. This is an excellent way to improve your ratio. <br />
<br />
Torrents with specific type of content ([http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&hd=1&reorder=1&q=1080p 1080p torrents], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c7=1&reorder=1 Artbooks], [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?only=1&c8=1&reorder=1 Music Videos], and [http://bakabt.me/browse.php?ordertype=size&only=0&reorder=1&q=&order=1 torrents smaller than 100 MB]) are subject to Freeleech, this is to promote their distribution. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' Warned members can not benefit from Freeleech, as they are not allowed to leech.<br />
<br />
'''Note:''' This behavior is controlled by the BakaBT tracker, this means as long as the torrent is flagged with '''<font color="#00AA00">[F]</font>''', you can benefit from this feature during leeching even if you have downloaded the torrent file before it is flagged.<br />
<br />
====How often does global freeleech happen?====<br />
<br />
Almost never. Don't ask us when it will be happening because we will ignore you.<br />
<br />
====The tracker went down. What do I do?====<br />
<br />
You wait until the tracker comes back up.<br />
<br />
====Why did the tracker go down?====<br />
<br />
Imagine that you and a friend are working at a restaurant. All of a sudden 130,000+ people come into the restaurant and demand 10+ meals each. Obviously the restaurant can't handle that load and eventually shuts down. During its downtime, it will catch up on orders and eventually re-open. Same principle here, when too many people connect to the server, the server may become overloaded and shut down. Be patient, eventually the server will come back up.<br />
<br />
====What shouldn't I do?====<br />
<br />
* Do not Manually spam updates on the tracker. It will not help you connect faster; on the contrary, it puts extra strain on the server and may cause more downtime. That means you will not be able to enjoy the full benefits of the freeleech period. <br />
* Do not leech only. Part of the purpose of freeleech is to help you improve your ratio. It would be foolish if you leeched and don't seed.<br />
<br />
=Downloading/Seeding and Connection Issues=<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Common Questions==<br />
<br />
====What's the difference between seeding and uploading?====<br />
<br />
''Uploading'' is posting a new torrent to our tracker, where it will appear on the [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offered] or [http://bakabt.me/browse.php Browse] pages.<br />
<br />
''Seeding'' is uploading data to other users on a torrent after you have completed the download.<br />
<br />
====I don't see the leeching, seeding, seeded torrent tabs in my stats page (anymore)====<br />
As of September 29th, 2010 those tabs have been removed. You can see the torrents you are seeding/leeching on the ''Active'' tab. <br />
<br />
The BitTorrent protocol and clients are not designed to report the individual torrent status information in a way that the previous separate tabs mechanism could work as expected.<br />
<br />
====I have leeched/downloaded the torrents but some torrents won't seed====<br />
<br />
''Leeching'' a torrent requires seeders and the number of seeders generally determine how fast you can leech a torrent, higher the number of seeders - higher the download speed. Unfortunately this becomes a problem when you finish downloading the torrent and afterwards intend to seed it back because if there are too many seeders and no (or a small number of) ''leechers'' when you are seeding you won't get a chance to seed.<br />
<br />
An option is to continue seeding those torrents as much as possible and wait for the ratio for that torrent to reach 1.5 or alternatively you can download other torrent with more potential to ''seed'' (popular torrents with many ''leechers'')<br />
<br />
See also [[FAQ#Freeleech|Freeleech Torrents]]<br />
<br />
====I have some files on my computer, how do I seed them or upload them to BakaBT?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[FAQ#I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?|I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?]]" and "[[FAQ#Why can't I offer new torrents?|Why can't I offer new torrents?]]"<br />
<br />
====Why do I have to wait before I can download a new torrent?====<br />
<br />
When new torrents are uploaded, those with Power User (or higher) status are given 'first dibs'. By virtue of their good share ratio we trust that these users will stick around to help seed the torrent after they benefit from having exclusive access to the initial seeders. Other users must wait for the timer to expire before they can download the .torrent file.<br />
<br />
The amount of time you have to wait is proportional to the size of the torrent (the larger the torrent, the longer you have to wait). This is to encourage more people to become Power Users, and to build up a larger seed base before other users are permitted to join the swarm.<br />
<br />
====Why did an active torrent suddenly disappear?====<br />
# The torrent may have been replaced by a superior offer.<br />
# The uploader may have requested for its deletion, with an acceptable reason(s).<br />
# The torrent was requested to be removed by a 3rd party (usually in the form of a cease-and-desist letter).<br />
<br />
It happens from time to time and we regret that no alerts will be given prior to deletion. If this is unacceptable, we suggest that you get your files from other public trackers (such as Anirena, Minglong or Nyaa) instead, where torrents are less likely to be removed.<br />
<br />
====What is a torrent passkey?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#How is my traffic tracked?|How is my traffic tracked?]]<br />
<br />
====I lost all my files, and I can't download or seed, help!====<br />
<br />
See: [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|Fixing Your Ratio]]<br />
<br />
==Connectivity and Speed Issues==<br />
<br />
If your question falls under any of these categories:<br />
# Cannot access BakaBT<br />
# Port number is '---'/other port-related issues<br />
# Proxying and proxies<br />
# Dynamic/static IPs and NAT<br />
# Slow downloading/uploading<br />
<br />
Kindly refer to the [[Troubleshooting]] section for more information.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Torrenting Issues==<br />
<br />
====I can't leech/seed a torrent====<br />
<br />
If the BakaBT tracker is preventing you from leeching/seeding a torrent, it will inform your client in the form of error messages through the trackers tab/pane. Look at the tracker status and refer to [[FAQ#Common Torrent Error Messages]]<br />
<br />
<br />
====I'm having trouble with this Bittorrent program, something's wrong with it====<br />
<br />
Do a search in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=7.0 Help section of the forums], and see if someone else has faced the same issue.<br />
<br />
If yours is a unique case, make a new post in the same section. Give clear and detailed information, and include links to the torrents you are having trouble with.<br />
<br />
''Note: We only provide help for [[BT Clients#Whitelist|whitelisted torrent clients]]. Support for other clients will not be provided.<br />
<br />
====What do I do if a torrent has no seeds?====<br />
<br />
Hop on the forums and post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?board=5.0 Reseed Request] section. Be sure to read the rules before posting.<br />
<br />
====I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[For First Timers#Seeding|Seeding]]"<br />
<br />
====What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?====<br />
<br />
BitTorrent clients check the data they receive for integrity. When a piece fails this check it is automatically re-downloaded. Occasional hash fails are a common occurrence, and you shouldn't worry.<br />
<br />
Some clients have an (advanced) option/preference to 'kick/ban clients that send you bad data' or similar. It should be turned on, since it makes sure that if a peer repeatedly sends you pieces that fail the hash check it will be ignored in the future.<br />
<br />
====The torrent is supposed to be 100MB. How come I downloaded 120MB?====<br />
<br />
See: [[FAQ#What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?|What are these "a piece has failed a hash check" messages?]]<br />
If your client receives bad data it will have to redownload it, therefore the total downloaded may be larger than the torrent size. Make sure the "kick/ban" option is turned on to minimize the extra downloads.<br />
<br />
====What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?====<br />
<br />
If you just want to fix it reboot your computer, it should solve the problem. Otherwise, see "[[Troubleshooting#What.27s_this_IOError_-_Error13_Permission_denied_error.3F|What's this "IOError - [Errno13] Permission denied" error?]]".<br />
<br />
====Downloading or seeding is slow! How do I speed it up?====<br />
<br />
See: "[[Troubleshooting#Speed Issues|Troubleshooting: Speed Issues]]".<br />
<br />
= Torrent Offers and Adoptions =<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== Torrent Offer System ==<br />
<br />
====What does 'New' mean?====<br />
Newly offered torrents are not registered with the tracker until they are approved. Until then, they will not be available for download.<br /><br />
The time it takes for torrent approval varies and is dependent upon many different factors, so a reliable estimate cannot be given. <br />
<br />
====What does 'Semi-approved' mean?====<br />
<br />
Offers require the approval of two staff members before they are added to the tracker. 'Semi-approved' is the state an offer acquires when at least one staff member has granted it, but it is pending further approval.<br />
<br />
====What is 'On hold' status?====<br />
<br />
Pending notification for all offers that require more work. On hold status is usually followed with a reason.<br /><br />
Offers on hold are no longer counted on the 'Offered' page.<br />
<br />
====Why can't I offer new torrents?====<br />
<br />
Only Power Users can make new torrent offers, which will be granted or rejected by staff. Torrents offered by staff members and Power Uploaders are added to the torrent pool directly without going through the approval procedure.<br />
Non-Power Users can not make offers.<br />
<br />
====I have another question related to torrents and offers====<br />
<br />
If it is any of the following questions:<br />
# What can I offer/not offer to BakaBT?<br />
# I have files that I would like to upload, how do I upload them here?<br />
# What should I put in the description?<br />
# How should I name my files?<br />
# What are good keywords for my torrent?<br />
# Why does it say "This torrent contains improper files, please swap the torrent file" on the torrent page?<br />
# What are "extra files" and what should I add?<br />
# How do I attach extra files?<br />
# What should I put in my torrents?<br />
# What is this torrent swapping feature?<br />
<br />
Kindly see: "[[How to make an offer]]"<br />
<br />
== Torrent Adoption System ==<br />
<br />
====Why should I adopt a torrent?====<br />
<br />
At the time of writing, no outright benefits are given for torrent adoption. You adopt because the description of a torrent does not sit right with you, and you have the irresistible urge to fix it, put it right and provide accurate information for future users of BakaBT who will chance upon said torrent.<br />
<br />
''Note: The adopter effectively becomes the new owner of the torrent. As such, he/she is expected to carry out the usual duties of the torrent owner. They'll be responsible for re-seeding the torrent if it dies (so adopters <u>must</u> have the torrent files), keep descriptions up to date, and make torrent swaps where necessary. Torrent adopting is not stamp-collecting.''<br />
<br />
''Note 2: Many users are under a false impression that adopting torrents will inadvertently fix your ratio or give you freeleech right even if you are warned. This is <u>'''false'''</u>.<br />
Only seeding can increase your ratio, and by adopting you are assumed to already have the files you planning to adopt and therefore seed.''<br />
<br />
====What should I do to ensure that my adoption request will be granted?====<br />
<br />
* Submit a proper reason for adoption. Tell us what you are going to fix, what you will add, what you will do with the torrent. If the reason for adoption is "I will fix the torrent", we're not likely to be convinced.<br />
* It helps if you have a portfolio.<br />
** Users who consistently submit good torrent descriptions (by adopting, or making torrent offers) will obviously be trusted more than users without said portfolio. So if you already have torrents in your ''Uploaded'' tab, do take a look at them and work on those first before adopting new torrents.<br />
** If you are a new user with no prior experience do not worry, we will sit you through the description-editing process and help you bring it up to speed, all you need is a willingness to learn and dedication to the adoption process.<br />
* Seed the torrent. While owners are not expected to seed the torrent files 24/7, being a seed on the peerlist gives us the assurance that you have the files are will be able to re-seed the torrent as and when the need arises.<br />
<br />
====What do I need to do after I adopt a torrent?====<br />
<br />
Bring it up to date, in accordance with the [[How_to_make_an_offer#Description_Content|torrent description content guidelines]]. Keep tabs on it, and re-seed the torrent if it dies (has 0 seeders).<br />
<br />
====What if I want to replace the torrent files with a better, superior version?====<br />
<br />
[http://bakabt.me/upload.php Make a new torrent offer], and add a comment, giving the URL of the torrent you wish to replace. The adoption system is meant for fixing torrents, not replacing them.<br />
<br />
= Is there an RSS feed available for BakaBT? =<br />
<br />
RSS Feeds are only available for Power Users. You will see the RSS Feed link appear when you become one.<br />
<br />
To get fast updates on newly approved torrents alternatively you can join [irc://irc.rizon.net/BakaBT #BakaBT] where all new approvals are announced by our bot.<br />
<br />
= Can I add an RSS feed in my torrent client? =<br />
<br />
No. RSS feature is purely for informative purpose, automatic torrent leeching via RSS is not supported.<br />
<br />
= How can I get an avatar on the Blog? =<br />
<br />
Wordpress has its own Avatar-System with which you can have the same avatar on all Wordpress-Blogs you have an account on.<br />
<br />
For this you have to go to [http://www.gravatar.com/ Gravatar] and sign up with your e-mail address with which you created your account on the blog<br />
Wait for the e-mail with the activation-key, click on the link and enter the needed information.<br />
<br />
After logging in click on <u>"Add one by clicking here"</u>, choose the location of the avatar and resize the box to fit your avatar.<br />
Now you only have to choose a rating for it and you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
= What if I can't find the answer to my problem here? =<br />
<br />
So, after reading all that, you still can't find a solution? Read on. Post in the [http://forums.bakabt.me/ forums], by all means. You'll find it's a friendly and helpful place, '''provided you follow a few basic guidelines''':<br />
* You might have missed a few wiki pages. Did you know we also have the following wiki pages?<br />
# [[Site Rules]]<br />
# [[For First Timers|Beginner's FAQ]]<br />
# [[Troubleshooting]]<br />
# [[Account Restrictions]]<br />
# [[How to make an offer]]<br />
# [[Format Preferences|What we allow on BakaBT]]<br />
* Make sure your problem has not been answered in this FAQ. There's no point in posting just to be sent back here amidst a torrent of angry remarks telling you not to waste other people's time.<br />
* Before posting, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">'''read the stickied topics'''</span> (the ones at the top of each subforum page). Many times, new information that still hasn't been incorporated in the FAQ can be found there.<br />
* Help us in helping you. Do '''not''' just say "it doesn't work!". Provide details so that we don't have to guess or waste time asking. What client do you use? What's your OS? What's your network setup? What's the exact error message you get, if any? What are the torrents you are having problems with? The more details you give the easier it will be for us, and the more likely your post will get a useful reply, as opposed to a reply that just asks for more information.<br />
* PLEASE make an effort to make your posts readable. There is nothing worse than trying to decipher a post that looks like it was written by someone mashing their face on the keyboard. Perfect spelling isn't necessary, but basic grammar and punctuation definitely helps.<br />
* ... and needless to say: be polite. Demanding help rarely works. Asking nicely for it usually does the trick.<br />
* '''DO NOT''' send a private message to a staff member. If you don't wish to post in the forums, use [http://bakabt.me/help.php the help form] instead, or ask on the [[IRC|IRC channel]].<br />
* To prove that you have read this FAQ before seeking help, please quote the words 'Amorphous Plate Wiggle' in your post. We are quite serious. Failure to do so will result in your thread being locked immediately or your help request being ignored. This phrase is subject to change.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Account_Restrictions&diff=5906Account Restrictions2014-02-09T22:51:50Z<p>Duki: /* Why was I warned? */</p>
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==What is a warning?==<br />
A warning will be triggered after you have downloaded 25 GB or more and your ratio isn't satisfactory.<br />
It means that your account currently has reduced rights; namely, the tracker will allow you to upload but not download.<br />
While warned, your account is under the following restrictions:<br />
* Unable to download torrents using the tracker<br />
* Unable to post torrent comments<br />
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Apart from the above-stated restrictions, your account still has all the access privileges it used to have. For instance, you can still seed torrents that you have downloaded completely (if their download status is 100%). In the case of batched series, every single file must be at 100%. None may be missing.<br />
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==Why was I warned?==<br />
Warnings are given for various reasons:<br />
* '''You went below the cutoff ratio'''<br />
:We impose a minimum ratio on all accounts, to ensure that users do not only leech and never seed back. You enjoy a good speed when downloading because other users are seeding to you; likewise you should seed to others to ensure that they get good speeds as well. The minimum ratio rule ensures that users contribute to the benefits that they enjoy.<br />
:* Ratio warnings are set by ''the Borg''. We will not manually remove this warning [[FAQ#I_got_a_warning.2Fwas_suspended.2Fmight_be_banned.2C_what_do_I_do.3F|for any reason]], as doing so is futile anyway; ''the Borg'' will just reinstate the warning.<br />
:* Note that the minimum ratio rule applies to your overall ratio (total uploaded divided by total downloaded), and not to your individual torrent ratios (uploaded divided by downloaded on a single torrent).<br />
* '''You broke a [[Rules|site rule]]'''<br />
:Warnings are given for breaking [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|certain site rules]], to discourage users from breaking these rules. The length of the warning varies depending on severity.<br />
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==OK, so now what?==<br />
If your warning is a ratio warning:<br />
* An ''evaluation'' time is scheduled (usually 1 week ahead). Your ratio is reviewed on evaluation day, and if your '''overall ratio''' is higher than the warning cutoff ratio, the warning will be lifted. If your ratio is not high enough a new evaluation time will be scheduled (another week ahead).<br />
* Suggestion: ''Seed more.'' If you have nothing to seed, find some way to [[For First Timers#Fixing Your Ratio|fix your ratio]].<br />
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If your warning was given for breaking a site rule:<br />
* The warning will be removed at the end of the warning period.<br />
* Warnings stay if your ratio is below the minimum cutoff ratio.<br />
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==So, what minimum ratio should I maintain to avoid being warned/get out of a warning?==<br />
We do not disclose the cutoff ratio because this figure is subject to change. The only sure ratio to avoid getting warned is a ratio equal to or larger than 0.5.<br />
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If you got warned because of a bad ratio (or if you you think you got warned because of a bad ratio) - the only way to get rid of the warning is by uploading (seeding) more (and maybe downloading (leeching) less). The most obvious way to do so is by seeding, but you may also use the bonus system (see: [[FAQ#What are bonus torrents?|What are bonus torrents?]]). A third option is donating; the why and how is explained on the [http://bakabt.me/donate.php donation] page.<br />
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=Suspensions=<br />
==What is an account suspension?==<br />
An account suspension is when a user's account is disabled, causing the user to be unable to log in to his site account. The user's forum account remains accessible (unless the user has been banned on the forum too). Other sections of BakaBT, such as the Blog and Wiki, remain accessible as well.<br />
<br />
==Why was my account disabled?==<br />
In most cases, your account has been suspended for one or more of the following reasons:<br />
* '''Multi-accounting'''<br />
:We have a [[Rules#Tracker Guidelines|one-account-per-user-per-lifetime rule]]. Attempts to create more than one account will result in account suspensions. Only the [[Account_Restrictions#Ok.2C_so_what_can_I_do_to_have_my_account_reenabled.3F|oldest account belonging to you]] will be left enabled.<br />
* '''Logging on at the computer of another BakaBT user'''<br />
:You are advised ''not'' to log on to your BakaBT account at the computer of another BakaBT user. Doing so will likely result in the system identifying you as a multi-account user.<br />
:See also: "[[FAQ#Can_my_friends_and_family_use_their_account_on_the_same_computer.3F|Can I login from different computers?]]" and "[[FAQ#Can_my_friends_and_family_use_their_account_on_the_same_computer.3F|Can my friend/family member use an account on the same computer as me?]]"<br />
* '''Using a forbidden Bittorrent client'''<br />
:Some [[BT_Clients#Do_not_ask_list|Bittorrent clients]] intentionally send fake data to our trackers. The use of these clients on our tracker is forbidden, accounts caught using these clients will be disabled until they switch torrent clients.<br />
* '''Attempting to trick the tracker into thinking you've uploaded more than you actually have/bypassing account restrictions'''<br />
:Attempts to fake torrent transfer statistics or bypass account restrictions will likely result in a [[Account Restrictions#Bans|ban]]. Warnings may or may not be given prior to an [[Account Restrictions#Bans|account ban]]. ''If you are lucky'', it may result in only a suspension.<br />
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==Ok, so what can I do to have my account reenabled?==<br />
* '''Multiaccounting'''<br />
:Nothing. Your oldest account has been left enabled, so use it. If your oldest account has been mistakenly disabled, drop a help request on our [[IRC]] channel.<br />
* '''Logging on at another BakaBT user's computer'''<br />
:Drop a help request on our [[IRC]] channel. We understand that this sometimes happens inadvertently and may give one or two chances for reenabling accounts, but do it too often and we may decide not to.<br />
:''Suggestion: Log in to your BakaBT account only on your own computer.''<br />
* '''Using a forbidden Bittorrent client'''<br />
:Change to one of the [[BT_Clients#Whitelist|recommended Bittorrent clients]], start downloading/seeding something with it, then drop us a help request on the [[IRC]] channel.<br />
* '''Attempting to trick the tracker into thinking you've uploaded more than you actually have/bypassing account restrictions'''<br />
:No fix. If your IP has not been banned, wait about 11 months for your old account(s) to be [[FAQ#Will my account still exist if I don't use it for a while?|pruned]], then make a new one. We will not transfer the statistics of your old account over to your new one, no matter how good/bad those statistics may be.<br />
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==More on Multi-accounting==<br />
===Which account would you not disable?===<br />
Always the oldest account, except in special circumstances that we dictate (don't even ask, we'll decide if it's special enough). So stick with your oldest account.<br />
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===Awww, can't I keep my newest account?===<br />
No. if you leave a mess, clean up after yourself.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight:bold;">Pretty please?</span><br />
<p>No.</p><br />
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===There's really no way for me to get my newer account re-enabled?===<br />
Yes, there is. Wait for the old account to be [[FAQ#Account Pruning and Deletion|pruned]], then look for us on [[IRC|#bakabt-support]] again and tell us. We'll then re-enable your oldest existing account.<br />
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=Bans=<br />
It is unlikely that you will be able to view this Wiki page once you are actually banned, so treat this as fair warning.<br />
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==What is a ban?==<br />
A ban is when your IP or IP range is entered into our blocklist, preventing you from accessing any page or service on BakaBT.<br />
<br />
==For what reasons might I be banned?==<br />
* '''Attempting to trick the tracker into thinking you've uploaded more than you actually have/bypassing account restrictions'''<br />
:Attempts to fake torrent transfer statistics or bypass account restrictions will likely result in a [[Account Restrictions#Bans|ban]]. Warnings may or may not be given prior to an [[Account Restrictions#Bans|account ban]]. ''If you are lucky'', it may result in only a [[Account Restrictions#Suspensions|suspension]].<br />
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* '''Being a continual annoyance on the forums, to the point where a staff decision is made to ban'''<br />
:Self-explanatory.<br />
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==What can I do to have my account unbanned?==<br />
Nothing. We may clear our banlists once in a blue moon, check back in a year to see if we have done so.<br />
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=Forum Bans=<br />
The above information refers to warnings/suspensions/bans on your tracker account. your forum account is not directly linked to it, so account restrictions on your tracker account do not apply to your forum account.<br />
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There are generally two types of forum account restrictions:<br />
==Posting restrictions==<br />
Also known as a posting ban. You may log in to read forum posts, but may not reply or make new posts, or threads.<br />
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Typically given for flaming or insulting other members, making useless threads, trolling in help&support threads, etc.<br />
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==Login restrictions==<br />
Also known as a full ban. you may not log in to the forum at all.<br />
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Typically given for insulting the mod that replied to your help thread or gave you a posting ban, for repeated flaming/insulting/useless-posting, or for other similar reasons.<br />
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==Restriction period==<br />
Restriction periods vary, from about a week for minor offences, to infinity (permanent ban) for major offences. The length of the ban is usually not announced, so check back in a week or two and see if it has been lifted. If it has not, chances are it may be a one-month ban (not given often) or a permanent ban (especially if you piss certain mods off).<br />
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===What can I do to have my account unbanned?===<br />
Nothing. If it's a temporary ban, wait it out. If it's a permanent ban, we may clear our banlists once in a blue moon, check back in a year to see if we have done so.</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=Talk:BT_clients&diff=5889Talk:BT clients2013-10-20T22:10:51Z<p>Duki: Reverted edits by Aadieu (talk) to last revision by Aranjedeath</p>
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<div>===What more?===<br />
What more does the page need? Let's help out and do a list. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 17:46, 13 September 2008 (UTC)<br />
* Descriptions on all clients<br />
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===Page Arrangement===<br />
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Could use more descriptive editing and formatting. --[[User:Tsikura|Tsikura]] 08:28, 24 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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Still needs a lot of information. I like how its organized now. i wish i could say the same about the Windows playback page, but thats under hot debate right now. --[[User:MarchHare|MarchHare]] 08:53, 24 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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Wouldn't it be better to order it from Good -> Bad instead of Bad/Good/Acceptable as it's now? And maybe undercategories within each section by OS...? --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 11:02, 24 August 2008 (UTC)<br /><br />
- I've changed it, looks better now. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 12:27, 24 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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Moved Vuze (Azureus) from Acceptable to Good, since it's one of the two only recommended clients. Also corrected it's title and added a short desc. about it's community part. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 14:34, 24 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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I was under the impression that Bitspirit was very similar to Bitcomet. There doesn't seem to be much discussion about it, so I won't be moving it to "Bad". <br />
[[User:Kanzar|Kanzar]] 10:30, 26 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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Someone moved BitSpirit back... Anyway, it's not well documentation on it so there's no real reason to move it to "Bad" unless we hear complains from the users. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 05:54, 28 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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:Well, I wasn't the one to move it there in the first place... <_< Ah well. [[User:Kanzar|Kanzar]] 01:30, 29 August 2008 (UTC):<br />
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Just wondering... why isn't Transmission listed under "good"? It's based on on libTorrent, just like rTorrent (which is currently under "Good") --[[User:Iindigo|Iindigo]] 22:00, 27 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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Clients features more than just what the lib it's based on features. I don't know who moved rTorrent to recommended but only Vuze and uTorrent is recommended by the staff of BoxTorrents, if my memory serves me. This may be a wiki but I don't like people making decisions based on only their own experiences, which involves a bigger part of the community. Can someone who actually have used these applications (Transmission and rTorrent) write the pro's and con's about them, so we can decide which to put under recommended. I don't like the fact with rTorrent that it's terminal based as I think all recommended must at least have a GUI for easier control of the applications, since not everyone on Linux use terminal often. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 05:55, 28 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
:rTorrent uses a fantastically small amount of resources. Plus, the fact that it's ncurses-based means that you can keep it in a detached screen session on a server, and ssh in and control it from anywhere. [[User:Xiong Chiamiov|Xiong Chiamiov]] 01:11, 12 November 2008 (UTC)<br />
:Oh, also, it was [http://wiki.boxtorrents.com/index.php?title=BT_Clients&diff=390&oldid=301 this edit] that added rTorrent in under "Good" (now "Recommended"). [[User:Xiong Chiamiov|Xiong Chiamiov]] 01:40, 9 February 2009 (UTC)<br />
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===Shareza===<br />
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Why is '''Shareza''' not suggested? I know that there is a false Shareza V4 which is bundled with adware but the real V2 doesn't have that. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 12:27, 24 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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<br />
Shareaza is a bad client because the upload is very low ;)<br />
(i am not 100% sure if this is for V2 too, but i thought so)<br />
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===New Client Suggestions===<br />
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There's a new client called [http://www.binarynotions.com/halite-bittorrent-client Halite] that looks to be 'the next uTorrent'. Also worth keeping an eye on. <br />
[[User:Kanzar|Kanzar]] 10:29, 26 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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Read about it in TorrentFreak a while back... Tested it but it's not as small as they said (RAM usage, it's not less than uTorrent, which they state), and the scan for how much percent completed you have of one torrent takes a long time. Sorry, forgot to add my byline :P. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 23:44, 29 August 2008 (UTC)<br />
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I added an entry for Aria2 - I did it before I read the talk page and realised that this is a "moderated" page. If you don't like it I won't be offended if you remove it. [[User:Souichi|Souichi]] 14:44, 17 June 2009 (UTC)<br />
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===Web Frontend Section?===<br />
I was thinking about chanting up a section centered around web interfaces for command-line torrent clients, and general advice for dedicated torrent servers. Buuut, I'm thinking maybe that's way outside the scope of this document. Would anybody be interested in such a thing? Perhaps as a seperate page altogether? -[[User:iddqd|iddqd]]<br />
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Sounds interesting, I'm sure some more advanced people than the regular user would be interesting in that. If you want all you need to do is add it within a new page and then link from here to there. --[[User:Deimon|Deimon]] 02:38, 3 September 2008 (UTC)<br />
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:I can contribute some knowledge of the web frontends for Deluge, rTorrent and btg.<br />
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=== Deluge as a recommended client instead of acceptable? ===<br />
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What do you guys think about this? I find it to work amazingly, pretty much like uTorrent (I use it with Ubuntu so I don't know how good it is on Windows). It's lighter than craploaded Azureus, and pretty much as powerful and light as uTorrent. Why not put it there? --[[User:Koolabsol|Calvin]] 02:35, 8 October 2008 (UTC)<br />
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== Accepted clients ==<br />
<br />
We're (mods+admins) currently discussing which clients are recommended, accepted and unacceptable. This will probably take quite some time though, especially in the light of Jarudin's upcoming trip to Japan. Don't take it as official word yet, but for the moment uTorrent, Vuze and some libtorrent-based clients are the only clients on the recommended list. The libtorrent clients are kinda tricky since there are so many frontends for them, and we're not going to take the libtorrent library as the only requirement for "recommendation".<br />
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[[User:Raznak|kureshii]] 19:33, 10 August 2009 (UTC)<br />
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==Updating of clients in the whitelist==<br />
It would be nice to keep a short history of versions removed due to revisions of the whitelist. That would keep members from repeatedly asking for versions that were on the whitelist but are not anymore. Possibly a single strike one the version would do.<br />
[~enginarc@20090810-1228]<br />
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Will keep in mind.<br><br />
[[User:Raznak|kureshii]] 19:32, 10 August 2009 (UTC)<br />
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== btpd ==<br />
<br />
i would like to suggest [https://github.com/btpd/btpd/wiki/ btpd] as an accepted client.<br />
<br />
it is a very nice and plain command line only,<br />
daemon style (running in the background) bt client,<br />
perfect for seeding large number of torrents serverside.<br />
<br />
please consider whitelisting it<br />
(FWIW karagarga accepts it, and they are really strict)<br />
-[[User:Minusf|Minusf]] 21:46, 26 January 2011 (UTC)</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=For_First_Timers&diff=5888For First Timers2013-10-20T21:58:58Z<p>Duki: /* Wow, that's too much trouble for me, I don't think I'm quite cut out for that */</p>
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=Introduction to Fansub Downloading=<br />
New to Bittorrent? Your first time watching a fansub? This section answers your questions and serves as your initiation into the fansub and Bittorrent community.<br />
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Most people watch anime either from online video-streaming sites (e.g. Crunchyroll), or from download sites that download the video file first before it is played. Here, we only cover the downloading method, since the video-streaming method should be quite easy to figure out.<br />
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==Downloading==<br />
===How do I download fansubs from the internet?===<br />
There are generally 4 ways to download anime online:<br />
# From [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XDCC IRC]<br />
# Via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BitTorrent_client Bittorrent] trackers<br />
# Directly downloading from a website/server<br />
# Through other P2P networks, e.g. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EDonkey_network eDonkey network] (aka Ed2k network).<br />
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Sources for files on IRC:<br />
#Distro IRC bots, which you can usually find in the fansub group's IRC channel (if you don't know where, you can find information on [http://anidb.net AniDB])<br />
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|To download via Bittorent, you need a torrent file and [[BT Clients|Bittorrent client]]. The torrent site provides you with small file called a "torrent" (size 0-100KB), and this file contains the metadata about the files to be downloaded and tracker information, and this file(torrent) can be opened with any bittorrent client (such as [http://www.utorrent.com utorrent]), then you can choose the location of the download and the files to be downloaded (if you don't want to download the whole torrent).<br />
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Sources for torrent files:<br />
#Public trackers (e.g. Nyaa) or torrent aggregators (e.g. AnimeSuki or TokyoTosho)<br />
#Private trackers and semi-private trackers (Membership accounts may be required)<br />
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BakaBT is a public tracker with membership benefits; you can use our torrents without an account, by registering an account you get some benefits in exchange for keeping a good upload-to-download ratio.<br />
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#Using the direct link to the file itself that is hosted on private server (service usually paid by the person who provides the links).<br />
#Using links to download from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File_hosting_service file hosting service], mostly free for both, who provides the links and the downloader.<br />
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|To download using Ed2k network, you will need Ed2k links and [http://www.emule-project.net Ed2k client].<br />
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# To get the direct links you will need to look for them yourself either by using [http://www.google.com google], or participating on Internet forums that provide these links.<br />
#To get Ed2k links you can search for them using the Ed2k client search function, or by using search engines such as [http://www.net2search.com/?lang=en&keyword=&order=0&filetype=0&listcount=9999&highlight=0&page=1 net2search].<br />
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==Seeding==<br />
===I've finished downloading the files, so how do I seed back?===<br />
Once your download has completed, most clients will continue to run the torrent in seeding mode until the ratio is 1:1. If this is not the case, try some of these steps:<br />
# Simply press Start on your torrent again. Some clients might stop torrents that have finished downloading.<br />
# Check your client's settings regarding how much a torrent should be seeded to before stopping. Your settings may be preventing seeding.<br />
:* e.g., uTorrent's 'Torrent Properties' dialogue box for each torrent has an adjustable ratio target. It automatically stops the torrent when you hit the target ratio or seeding time.<br />
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If you have removed the torrent from your torrent client but still have the downloaded files on your disk, read on to learn how to re-seed the files.<br />
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<br />
===I downloaded public BakaBT torrents before creating an account here. How do I seed back those files so that it counts for my account?===<br />
The easiest way is to remove the public versions and re-download those .torrent files while you are logged in and target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content. The method is similar to and explained in [[#Re-seeding_Downloaded_Files_with_Different_Clients|Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients]] below.<br />
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Another way is to replace the ''BakaBT public tracker URL'' in the previously downloaded torrent(s) with the ''tracker URL'' found in any of the torrents you have downloaded when you are logged in. You can make the necessary changes using your BitTorrent client.<br />
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Your leech/seed statistics will count toward your account stats only if you seed with a private torrent, which you have downloaded when you are logged in. Previous peer-to-peer activity with the public torrent ''will not be reflected on your account'' and ''it will not be visible in your torrent list on the site'' even if you continue to seed the same torrent (identical info_hash).<br />
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'''Warning:''' <br />
*Edits made to the torrent on the BitTorrent client will not be save to the .torrent file, so changes to the Tracker URL may be lost.<br />
*Make sure that you have only 1 (one) tracker URL entry in the ''torrent's trackers list''. This might be the case if you open your newly downloaded private torrent file before you remove the public version of it on the BitTorrent client.<br />
<br />
==Re-seeding Downloaded Files with Different Clients==<br />
===I downloaded a torrent that wasn't on BakaBT. How do I seed it towards my account?===<br />
First make sure that the torrent has the exact same files that are on BakaBT. Once verified, you can do any of these actions:<br />
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*The cleanest method is to remove the old torrent from your client and re-download those .torrent files from BakaBt while you are logged in and target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content.<br />
*If you do not wish to remove the non-Bakabt torrent, simply don't remove the old torrent. After you target the destination folder to the previously downloaded content, your client should create a separate torrent with a single tracker within it, and all should be well. If it doesn't, manually stop the torrent and refer to the clean method above. Note that if you or your client combines the torrents and stacks the trackers, you will be banned (see below).<br />
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IMPORTANT: Make sure that you have only 1 (one) tracker URL entry in the torrent's trackers list. Stacked trackers may occur if you open your newly downloaded private torrent file before you remove the public version of it on the BitTorrent client or if you add trackers to existing torrents. DO NOT add private trackers (like BakaBt) to existing torrents: due to the way trackers report stats, your ratio will be artificially inflated and you will be banned.<br />
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===Azureus=== <br />
If you have downloaded something but removed it from Azureus and wish to seed it again, follow these steps:<br />
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Please Note: You must re-download the .torrent file.<br />
# Go to Azureus > File > Open > Torrent File...<br />
# Select the .torrent file for the data from its location on your hard drive<br />
# Select the location where the file you want to seed is stored<br />
# Wait for Azureus to finish checking the file. When it does, the file will move automatically from the download window into the seeding window <br />
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If the torrent does not move into the seeding window on its own: Right-click on newly created entry in the download window of the My Torrents view. Select Force Re-check. The value in the 'Done' column will count from 0% to 100%. Upon reaching 100%, the file will be moved to the seeding list on the bottom of the My Torrents tab.<br />
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If you do not have the original .torrent file but the original data, try this:<br />
# Download the file again<br />
# Azureus will check it out<br />
# Azureus will move it to the seeding list (the process is very quick) <br />
<br />
''(taken from Azureus wiki)''<br />
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===uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up)===<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in uTorrent, but do not start it yet (''uncheck'' the "Start Torrent" checkbox).<br />
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[[File:Torrentwindowannot.png]]<br />
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# Click on the ". . ." button at the end of the directory name display, and browse to the folder where the files are.<br />
# In Windows Explorer, make sure the filenames in the folder match the filenames in the torrent filelist.<br />
## If some/all of the filenames do not match, uTorrent allows you to relocate them, so as to avoid renaming. <br />
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[[File:Torrentrelocate.png]]<br />
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# Click "Ok" in the Add Torrent dialog box. The torrent should now appear in your torrent window in stopped state.<br />
# Right-click on it, and select "Force recheck". uTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up. <br />
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[[File:Recheck.png]]<br />
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# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, uTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===uTorrent 1.6.0 – 3.0 (and up) Alternative way===<br />
Only use this alternative way if you are having trouble following the previous one.<br />
<br />
<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in uTorrent and let it start (leave "start torrent" checked) <br />
# Wait some time. 5 seconds should be enough.<br />
# Stop the torrent.<br />
# Now navigate to the directory where the files are (according to the example above, the directory would be:"F:\utorrent\[AHQ] Gungrave 01-26 [Dual Audio] H264,AAC,5.1")<br />
# Delete all the files inside that directory (if any exist)<br />
# Move (or copy) the files you have to that directory<br />
# Now go back to utorrent<br />
# Right-click on the torrent you just added, and select "Force recheck". uTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up. <br />
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[[File:Recheck.png]]<br />
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# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, uTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===Official BitTorrent 6===<br />
# Go to the torrent page and download the .torrent file again (make sure you're logged in before downloading, if not the tracker URL will be incorrect).<br />
# Open the .torrent file in BitTorrent, but do not start it yet (''uncheck'' the "Start Torrent" checkbox).<br />
# Click on the ". . ." button at the end of the directory name display, and browse to the folder where the files are.<br />
# In Windows Explorer, make sure the filenames in the folder match the filenames in the torrent filelist.<br />
## If some/all of the filenames do not match, BitTorrent allows you to relocate them, so as to avoid renaming.<br />
### In the files tab right click the file and select relocate.<br />
### Browse to the original file, select it and click save.<br />
### Repeat the process for all files that have different names.<br />
# Click "Ok" in the Add Torrent dialog box. The torrent should now appear in your torrent window in stopped state.<br />
# Right-click on it, and select "Force recheck". BitTorrent will now scan the selected folder for matching files, so if the files are the same and still have the same filenames you should see the progress bar start filling up.<br />
# Let it scan until it says "Stopped" under the Status column. Then press "Start" to start the torrent proper.<br />
## If the files are 100% verified it should say "Seeding" under the Status column.<br />
## If there are missing files, or some of the pieces did not hash properly, BitTorrent will download the missing pieces before putting the torrent in Seeding status.<br />
# You're done! Now just let the torrent sit and seed.<br />
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===Transmission 1.7x===<br />
For users of Mac OS X and most Linux distributions (possibly other OS's as well):<br />
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#Navigate to Preferences > Transfers, and make sure "Display 'adding transfer' options window" is checked. <br />
#Open the torrent with Transmission. The Add window should pop up, with options for which files to download, destination, etc. <br />
#Click "Verify Local Data", and if your anime is still in the folder Transmission downloads to, it should update everything to 100% complete. <br />
#After this, simply click Add, and it should immediately start seeding.<br />
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=The BakaBT Way=<br />
If you haven't already noticed, we do things a little differently from other trackers. Our main goals are:<br />
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{|border="2" cellspacing="20"<br />
|style="border:none;"|<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Leave no torrent unseeded.'''</span><br />
:Every torrent on BakaBT should have at least one seeder and be downloadable.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Archive quality content.'''</span><br />
:As far as possible, we archive the highest-quality release for each show.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Keep detailed information.'''</span><br />
:All files should be well-described, so that downloaders know what they are downloading. Information about the show is kept sparse as that is easily found on anime/manga encyclopedia sites.<br />
<span style="font-size:14pt;">4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Remain easily accessible.'''</span><br />
:There is no point in keeping an extensive archive if only a few people can download from it.<br />
|}<br />
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In line with these goals, torrent content on BakaBT is moderated by a strict set of rules and guidelines. Over the years we've built up a community that has come to accept these rules. If you'd like your stay to be a pleasant one, we highly suggest getting acquainted with these rules, and fitting yourself into the community rather than trying to change the community from the outset.<br />
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For starters, reading the [[Site Rules|Rules]] and [[FAQ]] is always a good idea.<br />
<br />
==Managing Your Ratio on BakaBT==<br />
While one's ratio does not describe everything about oneself, it remains quite evident that users with a decent ratio are more likely to get useful responses and replies than users with a poor ratio, so maintaining a good ratio is important if you have an account. Here, we list some tips to help you keep your ratio decent.<br />
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{|cellspacing="20"<br />
|-style="font-size: 14pt;"<br />
!width:"50%"|Throttle<br />
!width:"50%"|Prioritize<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width:"50%"|If you're a first-time BakaBT user with not-many files for seeding, it is likely that you will start off by downloading some torrents. More astute users would have noticed that many of our torrents have a very high seeder:leecher ratio, which means it will be quite hard for you to seed back quickly. What do you do then?<br />
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The easiest way to manage this would be to throttle your download bandwidth. Your ratio is calculated by amount uploaded divided by amount downloaded, so the slower you download, the slower your ratio drops (do the math). Unless the torrent has enough leechers on it that you can upload at a decent speed, we advise you to make sure you don't kill your ratio too quickly yet.<br />
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|width:"50%"|While downloading big files, usually longer series and OVAs, it is always a good idea to set individual file download priority. That way you will be a partial seeder even while leeching and there is a bigger chance that another peer will connect and request packets from you rather then the seeder.<br />
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This can easily be achieved in most common [[BT_Clients|recommended clients]] by choosing the files tab and setting download priority to high, normal or low. Some clients may have 3-6 priority levels.<br />
*uTorrent for example allows users to highlight multiple files, and has a "Prioritize by File Order" option (available in the right-click context menu) that ranks priority from 15 (highest) to 1 (lowest) based on the order they are in. This means you will usually get the first file downloaded first, the second file downloaded second, etc. Not only does this allow you to watch the first episodes before the batch completes, but other users with the same idea in mind are more likely to utilize you as a seeder if you do this.<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Fixing Your Ratio==<br />
Oops, a little too late; so you've gone ahead and grabbed everything that caught your eye the moment the new account restrictions were lifted. Yes, you knew you should have read the Wiki and FAQ and known better... but too little too late. Well, things aren't hopeless yet, and if you are patient and willing enough to put in the effort you can pull your ratio back to a decent number.<br />
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===I got warned, I have no files so I can't seed or download. Woe is me===<br />
BakaBT is not the only source of downloadable anime. Try [[For First Timers#How do I download fansubs from the internet?|the sources listed above]]. You'll be surprised at how much stuff is available outside of BakaBT. Download something that's recent and in demand, and seed it here to fix your ratio. You can organize the browse list by leechers to see what is in demand. Downloading the files for [[offer]]s that will be approved soon and seeding those is also a good way to fix your ratio.<br />
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===Wow, that's too much trouble for me, I don't think I'm quite cut out for that===<br />
While we're not quite financially in the red, [http://bakabt.me/donate.php a little economic boost] is always welcome. It's a simple idea; you donate money, and in return, you get more uploaded data on your tracker statistics. Donations are open at the start of the month, and are closed when the server cost has been covered.<br />
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Currently we accept donations through a number of payment processors (depending on your region) and anonymous donations over flattr.<br />
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===Oh dear, I'm going to have to sell my house, car and dog to have enough to fix my ratio. Anything cheaper and faster?===<br />
You might want to try a seedbox service. Not much will be said about them here, but if you ask [[IRC|the right people]] they might point you in the right direction.<br />
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<br />
===All those options are too pricey or would take too long, can't you just unwarn me if I ask nicely?===<br />
No.<br />
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===Can I just delete my account and start all over again then?===<br />
No.<br />
<br />
'''See also:''' [[FAQ#I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?|I don't want my account anymore. Can you delete it?]]<br />
<br />
==Being An Astute Seeder==<br />
There's some of us who love seeding just for the sake of seeding, and there's those of us who love seeding just to make sure nothing goes unseeded (leave no torrent behind!). Then there's some of us who are aiming for the Top 10. Here's some tips on getting your ratio up quickly:<br />
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{|cellspacing="20"<br />
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!The [[Offers]] Page<br />
!Bonus Torrents<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|The [http://bakabt.me/offer.php Offers page] shows torrents which are pending approval. Hang out there long enough and you'll see which torrents are likely to be approved. Quickly get the files (which are usually available from the fansub group's distro tracker or IRC bots), sit in tight and wait for the torrent to be approved. If you start early on the torrent, you are more likely to get more uploaded.<br />
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Of course, this only works if you are a [[FAQ#User_Classes|Power User]]; non-power users will have to wait for the end of the swarm period.<br />
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|The exchange rate for bonus points isn't that high, but if your bandwidth speed is low then you will want to use everything at your disposal, especially [[FAQ#What_are_bonus_torrents.3F|bonus torrents]]. There are some old torrents that are perpetually seeder-starved. Browse the torrent list and sort by the number of seeders (or just filter for bonus torrents), pick some that have few seeders and one or two leechers if not more. Keep them seeding!<br />
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The trick to this is to keep those torrents going, the bonus status may drop depending on the number and ratio of seeders, but as they say, a watched pot never boils. Pick about 10-12 of these seeder-starved torrents, and just keep them going for as long as possible. Don't pick too many (unless you're a seeder who likes to keep these torrents seeded, which is a different story), otherwise you might spend too much bandwidth on bittorrent protocol overhead.<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=Why Stat-Hacking on BakaBT is a Losing Proposition=<br />
''Bah, this is too hard! I'll just hack my stats and get off scot-free.''<br />
<br />
Good luck if you decide to go this route, but before you decide to try, let us outline why this is not a good idea (unless you're just doing it for the challenge):<br />
<br />
==We are a public tracker==<br />
That means if maintaining a ratio is too tough for you or you just don't like to seed, you can simply choose not to register and still use our torrents. Sure you will not be able to use some of the privileges our members have, but it's certainly far easier than trying to stat-hack in an astute manner.<br />
<br />
==Stat-hackers are permanently banned==<br />
If the ratio on your registered account drops to the pits, your account simply gets warned. If you simply can't (or choose not to) make up the deficit, you can still abandon your account and use the tracker as a public leecher. Try to stat-hack on your account though, and that's a permaban for you — no second chance, not even as a public leecher.<br />
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==We don't listen to pleas==<br />
''"Please, I didn't know, all the other trackers I was on before this tolerated it."''<br /><br />
''"I didn't know it was stat-hacking, my friend just passed me this program and I just used it."''<br /><br />
''"My friend said he could help me increase my upload, I didn't know he was stat-hacking. Sorry, can you please just remove the extra upload and unban me?"''<br />
<br />
No, no and no. We don't care. You registered an account, you better take the time to learn the rules. Better luck reading the FAQ next time.<br />
<br />
=Introduction to Forums=<br />
New to forums? Want to avoid stepping on people's toes and looking stupid? We highly recommend you [http://aviswebsite.co.uk/forumhelp/ read this first].<br />
<br />
The guide may be a little outdated, but it holds true in spirit and principle. Make your own mental edits for modern terms and trends.<br />
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<br />
=More Information=<br />
==Where can I learn more about codecs/anime/manga/Japanese culture?==<br />
[http://www.google.com Google] is your friend. For specific information on Japanese animations, these are the main resources:<br />
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{|cellspacing="20"<br />
|-style="font-size:14pt;"<br />
!width="33%"|ANN<br />
!width="33%"|AniDB<br />
!width="33%"|MAL<br />
<br />
|-valign="top"<br />
|width="33%"|[http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php AnimeNewsNetwork (ANN)] provides detailed staff and cast information for each release, and also lists news related to each anime, as well as licensing information (which is not always up to date, so take it with a pinch of salt).<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://anidb.net AniDB] provides detailed information on fansub releases, as well as an extensive collection of categories and tags to tell you what to expect from each anime.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://myanimelist.net/ MyAnimeList (MAL)] is a quick and no-hassle way to catalog your anime or manga collection. Also good for reviews, recommendations, discussion, and basic anime information and staff.<br />
|}<br />
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{|cellspacing="20"<br />
|-style="font-size:14pt;"<br />
!width="33%"|Anime-Planet<br />
!width="33%"|Wikipedia<br />
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|-valign="top"<br />
|width="33%"|[http://www.anime-planet.com Anime-Planet] has a really easy list management system, as well as a user-contributed recommendation system which might help you find more anime that you might enjoy.<br />
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|width="33%"|[http://en.wikipedia.org Wikipedia] is a good source to learn about everything related to the anime. This site will include extra information that you usually won’t find on the anime databases (not necessarily important though).<br />
|}<br />
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For specific information on manga, there's [http://www.mangaupdates.com MangaUpdates], [http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/manga.php AnimeNewsNetwork (ANN)], and [http://myanimelist.net/ MyAnimeList (MAL)].<br />
<br />
Probably the fastest way to learn is still by hanging out in the fansub chat channels on Rizon, or just by reading discussions on [http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php our forums].</div>Dukihttp://wiki.bakabt.me/index.php?title=The_BakaBT_Website&diff=5877The BakaBT Website2013-09-05T16:45:49Z<p>Duki: /* 6 - User interface */</p>
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<div>=Header=<br />
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This page is intended to act as a guide to the BakaBT header visible on all pages. The numbered headings indicate sections of the header. This handy reference image will point out exactly where each of these sections is. <br />
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[[File:Header.png|right|alt=Userpage as seen by other users|Reference image with pointed out sections.]]<br />
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===1 - Quick links===<br />
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||'''Help Form'''||A form that transmits your problems to BakaBT staff.<br />
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||'''Adopt'''||A list of torrents in dire need of adoption.<br />
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||'''Top 10'''||Some nice statistics.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Banners'''||A display of all of the banners that rotate on reload.<br />
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||'''Forums'''||Go to the forums, where you can ask questions about torrents and the site, or just chat with other BakaBT users.<br />
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||'''Blog'''||The new BakaBT blog, filled with the rambings of Chiyachan and whoever else he coerces into it.<br />
|-<br />
||'''IRC'''||Information on how to get connected to BakaBT's IRC channel.<br />
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||'''Web IRC'''||Access via the browser to the BakaBT IRC channel.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Rules'''||Read this.<br />
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||'''FAQ'''||And this.<br />
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||'''Wiki'''||What you're on.<br />
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||'''Random'''||Takes you to a random torrent.<br />
|}<br />
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===2 - RSS===<br />
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A RSS feed of recently-granted torrents. The results are filtered by the default browse options specified in your profile.<br /><br />
(Only Power Users)<br />
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===3 - Navigation===<br />
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{|border="1px"<br />
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||'''News'''||The front page, filled with recent news about the site.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Browse'''||Browse all torrents on the site.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Offered'''||Recently offered torrents that have either not yet been accepted, or have been rejected. The number listed in parenthesis is the number of pending offers. Power Users can mouseover provides links to Upload (the page on which you create a new torrent offer), Sandbox (where you can play around with torrent descriptions) and Templates (a list of description templates for offers).<br />
|-<br />
||'''Media'''||Jaru's attempt to create a browsing system of recently-granted offers that is based off of images, rather than text.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Settings'''||Where you can change account settings.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Messages'''||Tracker messages (separate from forum messages). This is where you receive PMs from other users, or notifications from the system about torrent swaps, comments on notified torrents, and torrent approvals and deletions.<br />
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===4 - Login===<br />
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Your username and a logout/login link.<br />
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===5 - Donate button===<br />
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Make one-time, or set up monthly, donations and get upload credit.<br />
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===6 - Search field===<br />
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Search currently accepted torrents. Searches according to your default browse options.<br />
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===7 - Stats===<br />
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Your tracker stats. In order, overall ratio, total uploaded, total downloaded, number of torrents seeding, number of torrents leeching, and number of unredeemed bonus points.<br />
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=Userpage=<br />
<br />
This page is intended to act as a guide to the BakaBT profile page. The numbered headings indicate sections of the page. This handy reference image will point out exactly where each of these sections is.<br />
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[[File:Userpage.png|right|alt=Userpage as seen by other users|Reference image with pointed out sections.]]<br />
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===1 - Friend Controls===<br />
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Add this user to your Friend List, or block them. <br />
Your Friend List and the Users you have blocked can be found under [http://bakabt.me/friends.php My friends].<br />
After blocking a user the ''Send Message'' button on your user page is faded out for him and he can no longer send you any PMs.<br />
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===2 - User info===<br />
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The username and [[FAQ#User_Classes|user class]] of this user. Also, a flag representing the user's country of residence.<br />
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===3 - Avatar===<br />
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User's [[Site_Rules#Tracker_Avatar_Guidelines|tracker avatar]]. This is the image that appears in torrent offers and comments, separate from the [[Site_Rules#Forum_Ava.2FSig_Guidelines|forum avatar]].<br />
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===4 - Public user information===<br />
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||'''Join Date'''||Date user registered with BakaBT.<br />
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||'''Last Seen'''||The last time they visited a page on BakaBT while logged in.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Uploaded'''||Amount uploaded through BakaBT, and average rate of upload.<br />
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||'''Downloaded'''||Amount downloaded through BakaBT, and average rate of download.<br />
|-<br />
|-<br />
||'''Bonus'''||Amount of the upload credit earned by redeeming [[FAQ#What_are_bonus_torrents.3F|bonus points]].<br />
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||'''Donated'''||Amount of the upload credit earned by donating to BakaBT.<br />
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||'''Freeleech'''||Amount downloaded that was not counted towards total download, due to old [[FAQ#Freeleech|freeleech]] period.<br />
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||'''Bonus Points'''||Number of unredeemed [[FAQ#What_are_bonus_torrents.3F|bonus points]]. "Use" takes you to a page where you can spend your bonus points.<br />
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||'''Share Ratio'''||Uploaded / Downloaded. There are different smilies for different ranges.<br />
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||'''Torrent Comments'''||How many times the user has posted a comment on a torrent. The number is a link to a page displaying all of the user's comments.<br />
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===5 - Tabs===<br />
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Tabs to filter torrents based on various criteria.<br />
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||'''Seeding'''||Torrents the user has finished downloading and is now solely uploading to other peers.<br />
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||'''Seeded'''||Torrents for which the user has uploaded more than they have downloaded; their individual ratio for that torrent is greater than 1.<br />
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||'''Leeching'''||Torrents the user is currently downloading.<br />
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||'''Incomplete'''||Torrents the user has started downloading and is not currently downloading, but have not been recorded as having finished.<br />
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||'''Leeched'''||Torrents for which the user has downloaded more than they have uploaded; their individual ratio for that torrent is less than 1.<br />
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||'''Uploaded'''||Torrents the user has uploaded through [[How_to_make_an_offer|the offer system]]; rejected offers appear here until pruned.<br />
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||'''Bookmarked'''||Torrents the user has bookmarked. Bookmarked torrents are aggregated for the Related Torrents section.<br />
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||'''Wishlist'''||Torrents the user has wishlisted. Unlike Bookmarks, Wishlist data is not used anywhere else.<br />
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||'''Notify'''||Torrents the user has enabled notification for. A message will be sent to you when someone comments on a torrent you have enabled notification for<br />
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||'''Comment'''||Torrents the user has commented on. A torrent will only appear in this list once, even if the user has commented multiple times on it.<br />
|}<br />
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===6 - Categories===<br />
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Torrents that match the filtering applied by the options in [[The BakaBT Website#5_-_Tabs|5]]. You can sort by clicking on the respective category.<br />
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||'''Category'''||The category that the torrent falls into. One of OVA, Series, OST, Movie, Manga, Artbook or Music Video.<br />
Beside the category-icon is a medal icon which states the torrent-status i.e. if it is leeched or seeded. There are six different medals:<br />
# Green ribbon with golden medal: You have seeded that torrent to a ratio of > 1<br />
# Green ribbon with silver medal: You are seeding this torrent and have already a ratio > 1<br />
# Red ribbon with golden medal: You have leeched this torrent but haven't reached a ratio > 1<br />
# Red ribbon with silver medal: You are leeching this torrent<br />
# Red ribbon with bronze medal: You have leeched a part of this torrent but not all data and haven't reached a ratio > 1<br />
# Round medal: You have uploaded this torrent onto BakaBT<br />
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||'''Name'''||Name of the torrent. Underneath are the [[How_to_make_an_offer#Keywords|keywords (tags)]] associated with it. If you uploaded this torrent there will be two icons beside the name. The first one is for editing the description, the second one for editing the torrent info.<br />
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||'''S/L'''||Number of seeders / leechers connected to the tracker for this torrent.<br />
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||'''Size'''||Size of the torrent data.<br />
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||'''Up'''||The user's recorded upload for this torrent. This number '''is''' reset when a torrent is swapped.<br />
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||'''Down'''||The user's recorded download for this torrent. This number '''is''' reset when a torrent is swapped.<br />
|-<br />
||'''Ratio'''||The individual ratio of this torrent. The large, colourised number is up / down; the smaller, gray number is upload divided by torrent size. Inf indicates that the user has not downloaded any data of this torrent.<br />
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=Torrent Details=<br />
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This page is intended to act as a guide to the layout used on the torrent pages. The numbered headings indicate sections of the page. This handy reference image will point out exactly where each of these sections is.<br />
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[[File:Torrent-details.png|right|alt=Userpage as seen by other users|Reference image with pointed out sections.]]<br />
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===1 - Torrent icon===<br />
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Torrent type. One of OVA, Series, OST, Movie, Manga, Artbook or Music Video.<br />
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===2 - Torrent title===<br />
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Title of the torrent.<br />
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===3 - Keywords===<br />
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The [[How_to_make_an_offer#Keywords|keywords (tags)]] associated with this torrent.<br />
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===4 - Swap notice===<br />
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Date the torrent was last swapped.<br />
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===5 - Download===<br />
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Click to download the .torrent file. Also listed is the size of the torrent.<br />
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===6 - User interface===<br />
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{|border="1px"<br />
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||'''Bookmark'''||Keep this torrent listed in your bookmarks. Also used to calculate related torrents.<br />
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||'''Blacklist'''||Torrent's you choose to add to your blacklist appear as greyed out on browse/search results page.<br />
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||'''Wishlist'''||A list of torrents to download... sometime. You're notified when a torrent on your wishlist is swapped.<br />
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||'''Notify Me'''||Sends you notifications when new comments are posted.<br />
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||'''Report'''||[[FAQ#Report_problems_that_I_noticed.3F|Report this torrent]] for not following the rules.<br />Power users only.<br />
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===7 - Other versions box===<br />
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Category box with the different [[Format_Preferences#Video Groupings|video format alternatives]].<br />
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===8 - Torrent info tabs===<br />
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Tabs that provide interesting information about this torrent. Clicking leads to boxes 9-12.<br />
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===9 - Statistics===<br />
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{|border="1px"<br />
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||'''Type'''||Type of torrent, one of OVA, Series, OST, Movie, Manga, Artbook or Music Video.<br />
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||'''Size'''||Amount of hard disk space the torrent will take up when fully downloaded.<br />
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||'''Completed'''||How many people have finished downloading the torrent.<br />
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||'''Last activity'''||[Last time downloaded? Last time scraped?]<br />
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||'''Peers'''||The swarm overview.<br />
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||'''Freeleech'''||Whether the torrent benefits from [[FAQ#Freeleech|freeleech]] or not.<br />
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||'''Added'''||When this torrent was added to the pool.<br />
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||'''Snatches'''||Number of times the .torrent file was downloaded.<br />
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||'''Last Seed'''||How much time has passed since a new seed has entered the swarm.<br />
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===10 - Filelist===<br />
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A list of the files included in the torrent and their sizes. If contained in folders, you can expand all.<br /><br />
Can be viewed as plain text.<br />
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===11 - Peerlist===<br />
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Detailed information about the swarm.<br />Power users only.<br />
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{|border="1px"<br />
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||'''User/IP'''||A link to the user's profile, or an IP address for users connected via the public key.<br />
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||'''Upl.'''||Total amount uploaded of this torrent. This is the field that the list is sorted by.<br />
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||'''Downl.'''||Total amount downloaded.<br />
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||'''Ratio'''||Uploaded / Downloaded for this torrent.<br />
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||'''Complete'''||How much of the torrent the user has downloaded.<br />
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||'''Time'''||Total active time. Hts*30/60.<br />
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||'''Idle'''||Time since last announce.<br />
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||'''Hts'''||Number of announces. Time*60/30.<br />
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||'''Client'''||The Bittorrent client being used.<br />
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===12 - Related===<br />
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Other torrents bookmarked by users who bookmarked this torrent.<br />
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=Forum RSS Feed=<br />
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This tutorial will cover how to obtain specific RSS Feeds from Topics and Boards throughout BakaBT Forums.<br />
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The BakaBT forums is designed by "Simple Machine Forums", although a pain to initially set up, it is one of the most flexible and capable free forum software's available.<br />
That being said; a lot of thought went into how to make it user friendly to the members, but also so that Administration can not only easily moderate, but also obtain a constant flow of information as needed for themselves as well as members, and in certain instances; Of Members.<br />
To this end Simple Machines Forum developers created one of the most comprehensive Feed Systems available for forums to date.<br />
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==Preparation==<br />
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First let us start with a look at our default feed URL:<br />
http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?type=rss;action=.xml<br />
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Simple Machine Forum utilizes this URL similar to a code build. It is the basis for the feed building blocks and is where all the feeds from here on out will begin.<br />
Simple Machine Forum allows you to build on the initial URL so that it can target Categories, Boards, and Topics, among other things, but for this Tutorial we will concentrate on Boards and Topics, as this is the most relevant to us, and all BakaBT members.<br />
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Simple Machine Forum designers kept all available technology in the loop. Although the feed is initially an RSS .91, it can be changed to accommodate any type of feed from Atom to RSS 2.0<br />
The following is the available manipulations to the RSS Feed available to everyone:<br />
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* ;type=atom - Atom<br />
* ;type=rdf - RDF<br />
* ;type=rss - RSS 0.91<br />
* ;type=rss2 - RSS 2.0<br />
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''Do not worry if this makes no sense at this time as it will all come together...''<br />
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Now that we know what type of feeds are available to all of us how can we target Boards and Topics???<br /><br />
Again: Simple Machine Forum Developers were thinking, and gave us a list of options to add to the initial URL.<br />
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The following is example expansions to the initial URL that can be added.<br />
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* limit=x - display the "x" number of posts (if number is less than 5, it will display 5. If number is larger than 255,<br /> it will display 255).<br />
* board=y - display only posts from board "y"<br />
* boards=x,y,z - display only posts from the specified boards<br />
* topic=y - display only posts from board in which topic "y" is located<br />
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There is just a little more information to disseminate before we get to the heart of this tutorial.<br /><br />
The folks at Simple Machines Forum also gave us "Sub-action(s)". Now without listing all of the available Sub-Actions, I will just show the two that immediately affect all BakaBT members:<br />
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* Recent Posts (displays the most recent posts that you can see)<br />
sa=recent<br />
* News (displays the first post from the most recent topics that you can see)<br />
sa=news<br />
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==Creating the custom feed==<br />
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Now that we have all the parts that are required, let's put it all together.<br /><br />
The following are examples of targeted Feeds from the BakaBT forums:<br />
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BakaBT - New Torrent Requests (Board Example)<br /><br />
[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;board=3.0;limit=20;type=rss2 http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;<font color="#009900">sa=recent</font>;<font color="#000080">board=3.0</font>;<font color="#660066">limit=20</font>;<font color="#FF3300">type=rss2</font>]<br />
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BakaBT - Site Feedback & Rules (Topic Example)<br /><br />
[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=news;topic=22306;limit=20;type=rss http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;<font color="#009900">sa=news</font>;<font color="#000080">topic=22306</font>;<font color="#660066">limit=20</font>;<font color="#FF3300">type=rss</font>]<br />
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In the above examples you will find that I have color coded the the various parts that will be required in order to obtain the Targeted Feed that we want.<br /><br />
As you can see in the <font color="#3380DB">light blue</font> is the initial Forum URL.<br />
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::'''NOTE:'''<br />
::Now as we build the URL coding up, you must add a "semi-colon" ( ; ) after each addition to the URL.<br />
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In the above examples:<br /><br />
<font color="#009900">The Green</font> is the defined "Sub-Action". Most commonly we will utilize "sa=recent" in our URL(s), as this will give a rolling feed, and not just the first post to a topic.<br />
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<font color="#000080">The Navy Blue</font> area defines the the topic or board that we wish to obtain a feed from.<br />
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<font color="#660066">The Purple</font> area defines how many posts will be fed to us via the Feed. I tend to leave this at 20, as this will limit bandwidth load to the forum server, and allow our Feed to load faster as well...You can not do less than a five (5) posts, and you can not request more than 255 at any given time. If you want more than 20 feeds, be respectful of the forum and the server, as this will start introducing a large drain on the bandwidth from the forum server.<br />
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<font color="#FF3300">The Red</font> represents the the Feed type. In my case, I tend to leave mine as RSS2 as this qualifies for the most information with least trouble from the four available types.<br />
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===Examples===<br />
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Now that I have assembled the pieces, how do I define what Board(s) or Topic(s) I want a feed from?<br />
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Lets take the example of the first example feed above:<br />
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BakaBT - New Torrent Requests (Board Example)<br />
http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;board=3.0;limit=20;type=rss2<br />
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This one is labeled "BakaBT - New Torrent Requests".<br />
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If you look at your browser's Address bar you will see something like this:<br /><br />
*[[File:Forum-rss1.jpg]]<br />
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Off all the things in the Address bar we only want a certain part, we want to know if this is a topic or a board and what the number sequence is;<br /><br />
In this case we are interested in "topic=22306.0"<br /><br />
*[[File:Forum-rss2.jpg]]<br />
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Now that I have the information required, I am going to take my Example code and copy/paste the "topic=22306.0" into it: <br />
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So I will go from this:<br />
[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;board=3.0;limit=20;type=rss2 http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;<font color="#000080">board=3.0</font>;limit=20;type=rss2]<br />
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To this:<br />
[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;topic=22306.0;limit=20;type=rss2 http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;<font color="#000080">topic=22306.0</font>;limit=20;type=rss2]<br />
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'''<u>Now here is a kick in the shorts:</u>'''<br /><br />
''Listing "Topics" will rarely work, if you list a "Topic" in your URL, it will most likely refer to the Board it is posted tom and not the topic directly. If a Child Board is buried to deep from the initial board development, the system will refer to the parent board one layer up. So "Boards" are more reliable.''<br />
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Since the Child board was buried to deep in the forum structure, you find that the example gives you a feed for the Parent "Board"<br />
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So lets, pick a board as an example - Forum/Thread Games:<br /><br />
*[[File:Forum-rss3.jpg]]<br />
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Check the Address bar in your browser:<br /><br />
*[[File:Forum-rss4.jpg]]<br />
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Again: all we are interested in is the Board and the Numbers:<br /><br />
*[[File:Forum-rss5.jpg]]<br />
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Once again I am going to copy and paste "board=41.0" into my prepared URL:<br /><br />
So this:<br />
[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;topic=22306.0;limit=20;type=rss2 http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;<font color="#000080">topic=22306.0</font>;limit=20;type=rss2]<br />
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Becomes this:<br />
[http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;board=41.0;limit=20;type=rss2 http://forums.bakabt.me/index.php?action=.xml;sa=recent;<font color="#000080">board=41.0</font>;limit=20;type=rss2]<br />
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Now to test and see if the Feed work, we will copy and paste the new code into the Address bar and see if we get a correct feed.<br />
Indeed we find that this works:<br /><br />
*[[File:Forum-rss7.jpg]]<br />
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===Final Notes.===<br />
As demonstrated above, it is always better to utilize a Board over a Topic, as the Board reference is reliable.<br />
I know this has been a long road, but purposely done for a reason, so that you will understand all of the available options, actions, and consequences you will face as you develop your feed URL.<br /><br />
Experiment a bit, find the boards you want and the topics you desire, and see what works best, and what feeds you require to monitor, everything you need to know is in the tutorial just given.<br />
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I hope that the BakaBT members will find this of some use it targeting feeds to their individual needs.<br />
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask<br />
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Regards<br /><br />
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