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Sonarr looks for video files ( .mkv , .mp4 ), not archives.

Unpackerr is a lightweight application designed specifically for the "Starr" apps (Sonarr, Radarr, Lidarr).

If you’ve ever looked at your download queue only to see a bunch of .rar files sitting there doing nothing, you know the frustration. Sonarr is brilliant at finding and organizing TV shows, but by default, it doesn't always know what to do with compressed releases. Here is how to stop manual extracting and start automating. Why Compressed Releases are a Headache sonen.rar

Deleting the RARs stops your torrent from seeding, which can get you banned from private trackers. The Solution: Automatic Extraction

You can add a Python script or a simple batch command to trigger unrar upon completion. Sonarr looks for video files (

💡 If your download folder and media library are on the same disk, use Hardlinks so the file doesn't take up double space.

Mastering the RAR: How to Automate Your Sonarr Media Library Sonarr is brilliant at finding and organizing TV

🛠️ Ensure your extraction tool has "Write" access to your download folders, or the process will fail silently. Conclusion