Overseerr¶
What is Overseerr?¶
Overseerr is a request management and media discovery tool that works with your Plex media server. It allows you to search for movies and TV shows, request them to be added to the library, and track when they become available. Think of it as a way to ask for new content to be added to your personal Netflix.
Features¶
- Search for movies and TV shows from a huge database
- Request content to be added to the Plex library
- Track the status of your requests
- Get notified when content becomes available
- Discover new and popular movies and TV shows
- See what's already available in your Plex library
- Multiple user accounts with different permission levels
How to Use Overseerr¶
Web App¶
The main way to use Overseerr is through your web browser:
The web app works on computers, tablets, and smartphones.
Mobile Experience¶
While Overseerr doesn't have a dedicated mobile app, the website is designed to work well on mobile devices:
- Open your mobile browser
- Go to the Overseerr web address
- For easier access, add the website to your home screen:
- iOS: Tap the share icon, then "Add to Home Screen"
- Android: Tap the menu button, then "Add to Home Screen"