Welcome to c/Soulseek!

Welcome to c/Soulseek!

Soulseek is a peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing network and application, primarily used for sharing music.

Since its launch in 2001, it has been a trusted, ad-free, and spyware-free platform for audiophiles and music enthusiasts worldwide. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, Soulseek offers features like chat rooms, an advanced search engine, and a search correlation system, making it easy to connect with like-minded users and discover new music effortlessly.

The Network

Clients

Tools

slsk-batchdl: Batch downloader from various sources
SoulSyncBot: An automated bot for downloading Spotify playlists on the Soulseek network
more

Note: We are unoffical. If you need support from the devs, please visit the offical forums.

Rules

Don’t throw mud, remember the human.
Keep it rooted (on topic).
No spam.
Be smart. Do not post things that could get you or us in trouble.

Welcome to the nostalgia-filled piefed instance of yesteryear.

Open Registration with Application questionnaire.

If you have a question or comment you can post in !meta@retrofed.com or message @DosDude@retrofed.com or @Die4Ever@retrofed.com

In case of downtime and/or emergency, we will post updates on @DosDude@mastodon.social

Some rules we try to uphold:

Be civil. Bigotry is not welcome. This includes (but is not limited to): transphobia, queerphobia, racism, ageism and ableism. We do not promote hate.
Communities need to be Retro or Retro-adjacent.
Please don't upload pornographic content. (use an external image host for that)

Welcome to c/Soulseek!

Soulseek is a peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing network and application, primarily used for sharing music.

Since its launch in 2001, it has been a trusted, ad-free, and spyware-free platform for audiophiles and music enthusiasts worldwide. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, Soulseek offers features like chat rooms, an advanced search engine, and a search correlation system, making it easy to connect with like-minded users and discover new music effortlessly.

The Network

Clients

Tools

slsk-batchdl: Batch downloader from various sources
SoulSyncBot: An automated bot for downloading Spotify playlists on the Soulseek network
more

Note: We are unoffical. If you need support from the devs, please visit the offical forums.

Rules

Don’t throw mud, remember the human.
Keep it rooted (on topic).
No spam.
Be smart. Do not post things that could get you or us in trouble.

Welcome to c/Soulseek!

Soulseek is a peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing network and application, primarily used for sharing music.

Since its launch in 2001, it has been a trusted, ad-free, and spyware-free platform for audiophiles and music enthusiasts worldwide. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, Soulseek offers features like chat rooms, an advanced search engine, and a search correlation system, making it easy to connect with like-minded users and discover new music effortlessly.

The Network

Clients

Tools

slsk-batchdl: Batch downloader from various sources
SoulSyncBot: An automated bot for downloading Spotify playlists on the Soulseek network
more

Note: We are unoffical. If you need support from the devs, please visit the offical forums.

Rules

Don’t throw mud, remember the human.
Keep it rooted (on topic).
No spam.
Be smart. Do not post things that could get you or us in trouble.

Welcome to the nostalgia-filled piefed instance of yesteryear.

Open Registration with Application questionnaire.

If you have a question or comment you can post in !meta@retrofed.com or message @DosDude@retrofed.com or @Die4Ever@retrofed.com

In case of downtime and/or emergency, we will post updates on @DosDude@mastodon.social

Some rules we try to uphold:

Be civil. Bigotry is not welcome. This includes (but is not limited to): transphobia, queerphobia, racism, ageism and ableism. We do not promote hate.
Communities need to be Retro or Retro-adjacent.
Please don't upload pornographic content. (use an external image host for that)

	Replies	Author	Score	Last Post
Is it possible to find myself in my own upload queue?	0	quediuspayu	1	Sun Sep 21, 2025 6:58 pm »
can't share (sh.itjust.works)	0	freebee	1	Fri Jun 27, 2025 10:04 am »
What is does Soulseek consider leeching?	0	Fizz	0	Sat Jun 14, 2025 5:31 am »
Been getting lots of single downloads. Is that a sign that my internet is shit?	0	[object Object]	1	Mon Apr 7, 2025 6:59 pm »
Looking for a good source for very small artists	0	poromies00	1	Sun Mar 16, 2025 11:56 am »
Is there a way to bulk download music?	0	Fizz	1	Sat Mar 15, 2025 12:12 pm »