BearShare for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffJuly 31, 2026

BearShare is a file-sharing application enabling users to find, download, share, and publish audio and video content. It leverages a large user base for quick file access and claims legal music downloads.

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Pros
- Large community for quick file access
- Powerful search engine
- Supports audio and video files
- Includes playlist creation
- Instant connections
Cons
- Limited information on legality enforcement
- No mention of security features
- No details on publishing capabilities

BearShare for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: July 2, 2014

Latest update: July 31, 2026

Version: 12.0.0.3093

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 8
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 29,613,674

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3.3/5

648 User Votes

Good App. Some Bugs need worked out!!
fuzzballjeanMay 17, 2013
Pros
Great music to listen to.. easy to find what your looking for :)
Cons
Every time I would use BearShare my computer would crash. I couldn't get through an entire download to listen to it and it would quit responding. It has some major bug issues that need worked out asap!!
Summary
I would def. use BearShare again if they would fix the problems with the program causing my computer to freeze and become nonresponsive. I hated having to uninstall it because Ii found a lot of artists that I really love but I don't have the time to close the program and restart it every minute or two.
Spyware and adware, trojan, ALL INCLUDED FOR FREE
aguila666March 15, 2013
Pros
None, this is spyware and everything that could go wrong to your PC
Cons
--Will install malware and take over your PC --Will hijack you homepage and install toolbars --Adware and Bearshare are impossible to remove once installed --The site seems to post all these fake positive reviews on CNET and vote down or try to report as Spam any new review that tells the truth about Bearshare
Summary
GOOD BUT CANNOT MULTITASK FOR ME
sirjim4January 1, 2013
Pros
good but just cannot miltitask without confusing it self, if you like it, dont attemp to multi.. UNLESS YOU HAVE FOUND A CURE, WOULD BE VERY GRATEFULL
Cons
good but just cannot miltitask without confusing it self, if you like it, dont attemp to multi.. UNLESS YOU HAVE FOUND A CURE, WOULD BE VERY GRATEFULL
Summary
good but just cannot miltitask without confusing it self, if you like it, dont attemp to multi.. UNLESS YOU HAVE FOUND A CURE, WOULD BE VERY GRATEFULL
Save time and download all your favorite songs & videos
samureNovember 24, 2012
Pros
Legal way to download songs and videos at no cost Simple and quick download option Comes with file sharing program Find, choose, download and share with BearShare A powerful music search engine
Cons
Creates temporary files
Summary
It's free but worthy software for people who love to download their favorite songs and videos. It is a helpful tool for everyone; you can enjoy downloading your favorite songs as well as sharing that with your friends. Also you can invite your friends and make new one.
A perfect choice to download songs and videos
marryreonNovember 23, 2012
Pros
Download favorite music and videos at no cost Share your profile and make friends It supports iPod and other MP3 players Huge collection of songs, over 15million
Cons
Sometimes make PC slower
Summary
Get access to millions of songs at one place; download your favourite songs at no cost without any hassle. Experience the amazing world, share your profile with others, add your friends and make new.
One stop solution for music/video download and sharing
mecandalvisNovember 7, 2012
Pros
Best way to enjoy free MP3 music downloads Share your profile and make new friends It supports almost all formats for iPod and MP3 players. Search and download music and videos free of cost
Cons
A bit complicated
Summary
Using BearShare is a great experience; I was able to find several songs here. It has a huge collection of over 15 million songs and videos. All music and video files are of good quality and easy to download.
Get access to millions of songs and videos
ethanwilliamjNovember 6, 2012
Pros
Over two million songs and videos are waiting for you Make new friends and add you existing to the new world Download and share media files Upload your clicked pictures and created videos Get access to best collection of songs
Cons
Making pc slower
Summary
People who love music and watch videos, this is the right application for them. It has collection of millions of songs and videos and offer free access to them. You can easily download and install this in your PC or laptop to use its services.
A Perfect Platform For Songs And Videos
desmondosvaldoNovember 1, 2012
Pros
It in excellent avenue for MP3 music free downloads. You can share your profile with others and make new friends. You get MP3 players and iPod support. You can free download from a huge collection of more than 15 million songs and videos.
Cons
At times the system gets a bit slow.
Summary
You get an enormous collection of music and videos to choose from. You will certainly get a superb experience. The option to share your profile and make new friends makes it even more delightful.
Perfect Podium For File Sharing
abdieloliverOctober 29, 2012
Pros
You enjoy free MP3 music downloads in an easy way You can share your profile to make new friends and get a unique experience You get support for iPod and MP3 players. You can find and download music and videos free of cost You get an enormous collection of songs and videos to choose from
Cons
Seems to be a bit complicated
Summary
It was an excellent experience to use BearShare. You can download from a collection of more than 15 million songs and videos. The perfect quality features make you visit this site again and again.
File Sharing made Easy with BearShare
hiltonmadonaSeptember 25, 2012
Pros
It is a P2P file sharing software that makes it easy to connect with friends. Easy download process of videos and songs. Download files in range of formats including MP3. Safe from viruses and allows only video and music files to be shared. Supports iPod player
Cons
Reduces Computer's Speed
Summary
I was amazed to see the wide range of videos and music collection available in BeerShare. Also, the P2P file sharing mode made it easy for me to share my profile. I could easily make new friends and increase my connections. The software also provides complete protection from virus.

Developer’s Description

Find, download, share, and publish audio and video files.