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FAQs

What do I need to use Web to Plex?

You will need:

• Google Chrome, Google Chromium (*nix machines), or Mozilla Firefox.
• A valid Plex account.
• At least one valid NZB media manager:
  • Radarr
  • Sonarr
  • Watcher
  • Couchpotato

Why does the extension ask for permission to change site data?

This is used in order to add the Web to Plex button to the site.

For Couchpotato users, this is also used to communicate with Couchpotato (as it requires content embedding).

What about my privacy? How are my credentials used?

Your credentials are stored according to your browser's settings:

• Chrome/Chromium: remotely (if enabled) on Google's password servers, or locally (on your device)
• Firefox: locally (on your device)

Your credentials are used only to communicate with that service, i.e. your Plex credentials won't be sent to Radarr, only to Plex.

Why does the extension want access to all sites?

This permission is used to communicate with HTTPS served pages. In latent terms, if you want to use https://localhost:32400 (Plex), the extension needs permission to communicate with https://localhost. By accessing all URLs, sites can be added much easier, without having to send 2 prompts for access to that site.

Can I use the extension outside of my browser?

No. The extension runs entirely within your browser, on your device. The extension only communicates with your NZB manager(s), the supported sites, GitHub (this site) if enabled, and the store (where you installed the extension) for updates.

What data is sent to sites I visit?

Sites are never sent any data from this extension. The site's code is modified with a finished button that contains a URL to Plex (if the item is found), or just a button with IDs that the extension uses later.

What if I visit a site that's not on the supported list?

Sites not approved for full implementation can be found under the Advance Settings section of the options page. If the site isn't on that list either, Web to Plex doesn't bother running on that site.

Sites that are on this second list must be turned on by the user before they will work.

I have an idea, where can I tell someone?

If you want to request a feature, please make an issue and add "Feature" to the beginning of the title (e.g. "Feature: Support XYZ.com").

I'm having trouble, where can I find help?

You can find common help items in the next section. If you want to report a bug/problem, please make an issue.

Troubleshooting

I can't find my Plex token, what should I do?

Plex offers a detailed guide, explaining where and how you can find your Plex token.

If you still can't seem to find your plex token, then please use the alternative method under Web to Plex Options | Plex Settings | Login | Login Settings and provide your username and password used to login to Plex.

Please note that your credentials won't be saved, only your Plex token.