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SonarrSmart PVR for newsgroup and bittorrent users.

Smart PVR for newsgroup and bittorrent users.

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Sonarr

Sonarr is a smart PVR (Personal Video Recorder) designed for Usenet and BitTorrent users to automate TV show management. It monitors RSS feeds for new episodes, automatically downloads, sorts, and renames them while intelligently upgrading quality when better formats become available.

Key Features

  • Automatic Episode Detection : Monitors multiple RSS feeds and automatically grabs new episodes of your favorite shows
  • Library Management : Scans existing libraries, downloads missing episodes, and renames files with fully customizable patterns
  • Quality Upgrades : Automatically upgrades already-downloaded episodes to better quality formats when available
  • Failed Download Handling : Intelligently retries with alternative releases if a download fails
  • Multi-Platform Support : Runs on Windows, Linux, macOS, Raspberry Pi, and other platforms
  • Third-Party Integration : Full support for SABnzbd, NZBGet, Kodi, and Plex with notifications and metadata updates

Use Cases

  • Automated Show Collection : Set and forget TV series management with automatic episode downloads as they air
  • Quality Management : Maintain an optimized media library by automatically upgrading episodes to higher quality versions
  • Bulk Library Organization : Scan and organize existing TV show collections while filling in missing episodes

Who Is It For

Sonarr is ideal for Usenet and BitTorrent users who want to automate their TV show collection and management. It's perfect for media enthusiasts with large libraries who need intelligent organization and quality optimization without manual intervention.