NZBGet Extension Manager: What It Is and How to Use It

NZBGet includes a powerful feature introduced in version 23: the Extension Manager. This tool lets you browse, install, manage, and remove add-on scripts – known as extensions – directly from the web interface, without manual setup.

If you’ve ever wanted to customize NZBGet’s behavior or automate tasks beyond its core features, extensions make that possible. Here’s how the Extension Manager works and why it matters.

What Is the NZBGet Extension Manager?

The Extension Manager is a built-in utility in NZBGet that simplifies working with extensions. These are scripts that enhance or modify NZBGet’s functionality – like renaming, organizing, notifying, or cleaning up files after download.

Key Features:

• View all supported extensions from within the NZBGet interface
• Install or remove extensions with a single click
• Enable or disable extensions at any time
• Reorder execution priority
• Open extension settings directly
• Visit the source page (usually GitHub) for more info

Where to find it: Go to Settings > Extension Scripts in the NZBGet Web UI.

What You Can Do in the Extension Manager

The order of execution can matter – for example, you might want one script to process before another – so the ability to rearrange extensions is important.

Manual Extension Installation (Legacy or Custom Scripts)

You can still install scripts that aren’t listed in the Extension Manager:

1. Download the script you want.
2. Open your NZBGet ScriptDir (default is ${MainDir}/scripts).
3. Place the script file into that folder.
4. Reload the settings page to detect the new script (switch to another tab and back, or refresh).

This legacy method remains fully supported and is useful for advanced users or custom tools not in the official directory.

Do You Need Extensions?

You don’t need extensions to use NZBGet, but they’re a game changer for anyone wanting more control or automation. Common uses include:

• Triggering actions when a download finishes
• Renaming or organizing files based on your rules
• Deleting unnecessary extras like sample clips
• Sending alerts or syncing with other tools
• Enforcing conditions that the core app doesn’t support

Final Thoughts

The NZBGet Extension Manager bridges the gap between usability and power. It brings advanced functionality into reach for beginners and provides efficiency for experts.

If you’re just starting out, try installing a few of the built-in extensions to see what’s possible. For power users, manual installation still offers full control for advanced scripting and automation.

For more help:

• Official NZBGet Documentation
• r/nzbget subreddit
• Official Discord Channel