What is a torrent proxy or mirror?

A torrent proxy or mirror is an alternate domain that serves the same content as a blocked torrent indexer. ISPs in many countries (UK, Australia, India, parts of the EU) block popular sites like The Pirate Bay or 1337x at the DNS level — proxies/mirrors route around that block by hosting the same site on a different domain.

Are torrent proxies safe to use?

Mixed. Verified community-maintained mirrors are generally safe, but many fake clones inject malicious ads, modified magnet links, or phishing pages. Always use HTTPS, never download a browser extension a proxy site asks you to install, and always run a VPN so your real IP is never exposed to whoever operates the mirror.

Why are torrent sites blocked by my ISP?

Court orders in countries like the UK, Australia, India, Italy and Spain require ISPs to block major torrent indexers at the DNS or IP level. The blocks only affect that specific domain — the underlying site is still online, and mirrors on different domains continue to work.

What's the safest way to access a blocked torrent site?

Use a reputable VPN (we recommend NordVPN) and switch to a server in a country that doesn't block the site. This bypasses the ISP-level block entirely without relying on third-party proxy operators, and it also hides your torrent traffic from your ISP.

Do I still need trackers if I use a mirror site?

Yes. Mirrors only get you to the indexer to grab the magnet link or .torrent file. Once your client starts downloading, it still needs tracker URLs and DHT to find peers. Pair this with our updated tracker list for faster downloads.

Torrent Proxy & Mirror Sites 2026 — Working 1337x, TPB, YTS Mirrors

Verified working torrent proxy and mirror list for 2026. Bypass ISP blocks for 1337x, The Pirate Bay, YTS, EZTV, Nyaa and more — safety tips and VPN guidance included.