Nzbget: Set Download Permissions ((exclusive))

Locate the field and enter your desired octal value (e.g., 000 or 002 ). Click Save All Changes and Reload NZBGet.

This is the most permissive setting. It results in files with 666 (read/write for everyone) and folders with 777 (read/write/execute for everyone). Use this if you are experiencing persistent access issues between different apps. nzbget set download permissions

The standard Linux default. It allows only the owner to write, while others can only read. This often causes issues if Sonarr/Radarr runs under a different user. How to change it: Locate the field and enter your desired octal value (e

Setting download permissions in is a critical step for ensuring that your downloaded media files are accessible by other applications, such as Sonarr , Radarr , or Plex . Without the correct configuration, you may encounter "Permission Denied" errors or find that your media manager cannot move or rename completed files. It results in files with 666 (read/write for

This guide covers the essential settings to manage file and folder permissions within NZBGet across various platforms. 1. Understanding the UMask Setting

The most direct way to control permissions for newly created files and directories is through the (User File-Creation Mode Mask) setting.

Open the NZBGet web interface (usually http://localhost:6789 ). Navigate to > SECURITY .