If you are using the older Sonarr v2 or v3, you will likely run into issues.
The primary way to add as an indexer in is by using a proxy like
. Because Sonarr does not support Nyaa natively "out of the box," these tools act as a bridge to translate Nyaa’s specialized anime indexing into a format Sonarr understands. Core Implementation Methods Prowlarr (Recommended)
: This is the modern standard for indexer management. You add Nyaa once in Prowlarr, and it automatically syncs the settings to Sonarr. It handles the "Newznab" or "Torznab" translation seamlessly.
: An older but reliable alternative. You manually search for Nyaa in Jackett, copy the generated API Key and Torznab URL, and paste them into Sonarr’s Indexer settings. Built-in "Nyaa" (Deprecated/Limited) sonarr nyaa indexer
: While some versions of Sonarr have a native "Nyaa" option, it is frequently broken or blocked by Cloudflare. Proxying through Prowlarr is significantly more stable. Step-by-Step Setup (via Prowlarr) Add Indexer : In Prowlarr, go to and search for "Nyaa". Configure Categories : Ensure the categories for Anime (usually ) are selected. Sync to Sonarr
in Prowlarr. Add your Sonarr instance using its IP address and API Key. Prowlarr will now push the Nyaa indexer directly into Sonarr. . You should see "Nyaa (Prowlarr)" listed. Ensure Enable RSS Enable Automatic Search are checked. Key Features of the Nyaa Indexer Integration Anime Specialized Mapping
: Nyaa uses unique tags (e.g., [SubsPlease], [Erai-raws]). Using a proxy ensures Sonarr correctly identifies the "Release Group" and quality (1080p, 720p). Automated Grab
: Once configured, Sonarr will monitor Nyaa’s RSS feed every 15–60 minutes. When a new episode from your "Monitored" list appears, it sends the magnet link to your download client (like qBittorrent) automatically. Custom Formats If you are using the older Sonarr v2
: Because anime often has multiple subtitle versions, you can use Sonarr's Custom Formats
(under Settings > Profiles) to prioritize specific Nyaa uploaders like SubsPlease Troubleshooting Tips Categories : If Sonarr isn't finding episodes, check that the
IDs in the indexer settings match Nyaa's anime categories (typically for Torznab). Connection Errors
: If the indexer fails a "Test," it is likely due to your ISP blocking Nyaa. In this case, you may need to run your proxy (Prowlarr/Jackett) or Sonarr through a VPN. Custom Format strings to prioritize high-quality Nyaa release groups? You can add Nyaa directly to Sonarr using
Here’s a short, actionable piece for setting up Nyaa as an indexer in Sonarr (primarily for anime):
You can add Nyaa directly to Sonarr using the built-in "Nyaa" definition. However, many advanced users proxy Nyaa through Prowlarr (a unified indexer manager) because Prowlarr handles rate-limiting, category mapping, and automatic sync to all your *arr apps. For this guide, we will cover both.
Cause: Nyaa allows limited requests per minute. Sonarr’s RSS sync is aggressive.
Fix: