Sonarr — Nyaa Indexer

Solid Nyaa Indexer for Sonarr

• Indexer type: Torrent (Nyaa/Nyaa.si, NyaaPantsu compatible)
• Feed support: Full RSS and paginated searches; handles category filters (e.g., Anime -> English-translated vs. raw).
• Search modes: Automatic periodic RSS polling and on-demand API/search queries for missing releases.
• Quality profiles: Maps Nyaa release tags to Sonarr quality profiles (e.g., 1080p WEB, 720p BluRay, x265, FLAC).
• Episode matching: Robust scene/Anidb/TVDB title normalization and regex-based scene name parsing to match Sonarr series and episodes reliably.
• Release filtering: Whitelist/blacklist by keywords, uploader reputation filter, minimum seeders threshold, file size range, and language tags.
• Duplicate handling: Detects duplicates and prefers releases based on quality/seeders/uploader; avoids re-downloading same torrent.
• Safety: Option to ignore magnet links with no trackers, verify torrent health via DHT/trackers before passing to download client.
• Rate limiting & caching: Respectful polling intervals, local caching of recent results to reduce load and avoid IP bans.
• Error handling & logging: Clear error messages, retry/backoff for failed fetches, and verbose logs for debugging.
• Auth & privacy: Supports tracker-specific API keys or auth where available; option to mask sensitive data in logs.
• Compatibility: Works with Sonarr v3 release format and supports common download clients (qBittorrent, Deluge, Transmission, NZBGet via WebSocket/HTTP).
• User controls: Override quality selection per-series, manual search button, and per-indexer enable/disable toggles.
• UI: Clean configuration UI with test connection, sample results preview, and simulated match highlighting.

If you want, I can convert this into a README section, a feature spec with user stories, or a Sonarr indexer plugin checklist.

For anime enthusiasts using Sonarr, the Nyaa.si indexer is essential for automated tracking and downloading. Because Nyaa does not use standard API formats like Newznab natively, it is best integrated through a proxy like Prowlarr or Jackett. Choosing a Proxy Manager

Modern setups favor Prowlarr over Jackett because it automatically syncs indexer settings to Sonarr.

Prowlarr: A newer manager that integrates directly with Sonarr. Once you add Nyaa to Prowlarr, it automatically appears in Sonarr without manual copy-pasting of API keys. sonarr nyaa indexer

Jackett: A well-established tool that works as a proxy. It requires you to manually copy a Torznab URL and API key from Jackett into Sonarr's indexer settings. Essential Sonarr Settings for Nyaa

To ensure Nyaa works correctly with anime, you must adjust specific settings in Sonarr: Jackett - Ultra.cc Documentation

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Part 6: Troubleshooting Common "Sonarr Nyaa Indexer" Issues

Despite correct setup, things go wrong. Here are the top 5 issues and fixes. Solid Nyaa Indexer for Sonarr

Issue 2: Downloading Wrong Subtitles (e.g., Spanish, Italian)

Cause: Nyaa category 1_3 (Non-English) is enabled.
Fix:

• Edit your Nyaa indexer. Under Categories, deselect 5071 (Non-English). Only leave 5070 (English-translated).
• Add a "Must Not Contain" in Release Profile: [Spanish], German, Italian.

Tips and Variations

• For private Nyaa indexers, make sure to enter the correct API key and URL.
• You can also use other Nyaa indexer variants, such as NyaaPantsu or NyaaX.
• Experiment with different quality settings and categories to optimize your search results.

Tips and Tricks

• Quality Profiles: Customize your quality profiles in Sonarr to match your preferences, ensuring you get the best possible quality within your storage and bandwidth constraints.

• Episode or Movie Monitoring: You can monitor specific episodes or entire series. Use the Episode or Season monitoring options to fine-tune what you want to download. Indexer type: Torrent (Nyaa/Nyaa

• Proper File Naming and Organization: Ensure your download client and Sonarr are configured to properly name and organize your files. This makes it easier to manage and view your media.

• Legal Considerations: Always consider the legal implications of downloading content. While Nyaa.si and similar services are popular, users must ensure they are downloading content legally and respecting copyright laws.