This guide walks through setting up NZBGet on macOS with your SunnyUsenet account. NZBGet is a lightweight newsreader that runs through a Web interface and provides detailed control over Usenet access.

Install NZBGet on macOS

1. Visit the official NZBGet website.
2. Select the macOS version and install the application.
3. Move NZBGet into your Applications folder.
4. Launch NZBGet.

When NZBGet starts, it opens its Web interface in your default browser.

Open the NZBGet Web Interface

After launching NZBGet, the interface typically opens automatically at:

http://localhost:6789

If it does not open, enter that address manually in your browser.

Enter SunnyUsenet Server Settings

1. Click Settings in the top menu.
2. Select NEWS-SERVERS.
3. Locate the default server entry (usually named Server1).

Update the fields with your SunnyUsenet details:

• Active: Yes
• Name: SunnyUsenet
• Host: The server address provided in your confirmation email
• Port: 563 (SSL) or 119 (non-SSL)
• Username: Your SunnyUsenet username
• Password: Your SunnyUsenet password
• Encryption: Yes for SSL, No for non-SSL
• Connections: Start with 20 or use your account limit

Leave other fields at their default values unless you have a specific reason to change them.

Test the Server Connection

Before saving your settings:

1. Click Test Connection.
2. Wait for the result message.

• If the connection is successful, NZBGet will display Connection Successful.

• If it fails, a message will appear indicating the test failed. Close the message and review your settings.

Common issues include incorrect username/password, wrong port, or SSL mismatch.

Save Your Configuration

Once the connection test succeeds:

1. Click Save Changes.

NZBGet will apply the new server configuration.

Confirm Server Status

After saving:

1. Return to the main screen.
2. Look at the status indicator in the top bar.

A connected server will show an active status. If the server is not connected, return to Settings → NEWS-SERVERS and review your configuration.

Optional: Adjust Performance Settings

NZBGet performs well with default values, but you can adjust performance if needed:

• Increase or decrease connections based on your system and network
• Use SSL (port 563) for encrypted access

If you experience slower speeds, review your connection count and network setup.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you cannot connect:

• Recheck your username and password
• Confirm the server address from your confirmation email
• Switch between ports 563 and 119
• Verify that SSL matches the selected port

If the issue continues, restart NZBGet and test again