Command Line Access to NZBGet Functions

Terminal access is especially helpful for Easynews users who automate NZBGet behavior on headless systems or remote servers. This guide covers key commands and flexible options.

Standard Syntax

nzbget -[command] [value]

Key Commands

• -D – Start NZBGet in daemon mode

• -Q – Quit NZBGet

• -s – Show system status

• -L – List queue items

• -E – Clear errors

• -R all – Reload configuration

• -o <ConfigItem>=<NewValue> – Temporarily override a config item

Sample Shell Script Line

nzbget -s | grep "FreeDiskSpaceMB"

Practical Tips

• Schedule startup with @reboot cron entries.

• Use custom flags to simulate multiple profiles.

• Set up health checks using -s and error logs.

Full Command Set: nzbget.com documentation