Newshosting
Newshosting has been operating for over 20 years and offers 6,400 or more days of binary and text retention, up to 100 simultaneous connections, and unlimited download speed. PrivadoVPN and the Newshosting Usenet Browser newsreader are included on all plans. More than 125,000 newsgroups are accessible. A 30-day money-back guarantee applies. Servers are in the United States and Europe.
Go to Provider →Backbone
A Usenet backbone forms the physical "backbone" of the Usenet infrastructure, on which the actual newsgroups and files (binaries) are stored.
Backbone
Omicron
Server Location
Choose the server location closest to you. Users in the USA get the best speeds when the provider also has servers in the USA. For users in Europe, European servers are recommended.
Server
EU, USA
Jurisdiction and Privacy
Not only technical encryption protects your data, but above all the laws at the provider's location. There are massive differences here:
The US Risk (CLOUD Act & FISA): US companies are legally obligated to grant US authorities access to data. This applies even when servers are located in Europe. Many US providers advertise that they don't store logs. However, in the USA, authorities can force companies to activate surveillance for specific users retroactively – the company's promise is overridden by law.
The Advantage of EU Providers: In these countries, strict data protection laws (GDPR) apply. Government access is subject to high barriers and court orders. There is no automatic "reach-through" by intelligence agencies.
Privacy
Insecure
Abuse Procedure
A DMCA Notice is the formal notification from a rights holder to a platform that content infringes their copyright. Takedown refers to the subsequent action of the platform operator to promptly remove this content to avoid liability. The Notice is the trigger, the Takedown is the result.
Abuse
DMCA
Payment Methods
Whether PayPal, credit card or other options: Especially for international providers, the available payment methods differ. In the comparison, you can filter by this directly.
Payment Methods
PayPal, CreditCard
Retention Time
Retention indicates how long posts remain available on the servers. Depending on the provider and backbone, this can vary greatly. If you value the longest possible availability, this filter is particularly useful.
Retention
12+ Years
Protection
If you want to try a provider first, plans with a trial period or money-back guarantee are ideal. This reduces the risk and makes getting started easier.
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
Trustpilot Ratings
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Trustpilot
Plans & PricingPlans & Pricing Compared
Lite 50 GB
Speed: Unlimited
Data: 50 GB
Connections: 30
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Lite 50 GB
Speed
Unlimited
Data
50 GB
Connections
30
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Unlimited Monthly
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 100
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Unlimited Monthly
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
100
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Unlimited 6 Months
$ 83.70 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 100
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Unlimited 6 Months
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
100
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$83.70 total
Duration: 6 months
Unlimited Yearly
$ 155.40 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 100
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Unlimited Yearly
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
100
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$155.40 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Powerpack Yearly
$ 189.96 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 100
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
XL Powerpack Yearly
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
100
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$189.96 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Powerpack 6 Months
$ 99.96 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 100
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
XL Powerpack 6 Months
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
100
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$99.96 total
Duration: 6 months
XL Powerpack Monthly
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 100
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
XL Powerpack Monthly
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
100
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
All About Newshosting
Newshosting has been operating as a Usenet provider for over 20 years, placing it among the most established services in the industry. All plans include 6,400 or more days of binary and text retention, up to 100 simultaneous connections, unlimited download speed, PrivadoVPN, and the Newshosting Usenet Browser newsreader at no additional cost. The service provides access to more than 125,000 newsgroups and maintains a 99.9% completion rate and 99.99% uptime across US and EU server farms.
Retention and Completion
Newshosting advertises 6,400 or more days of retention across both binary and text newsgroups. This corresponds to over seventeen years of stored content, placing the service among the top-tier providers for archive depth. The 99.9% completion rate indicates that nearly all articles referenced in NZB files will be available for download. Newshosting has historically been one of the first providers to announce major retention milestones, previously publicizing reaching 5,000 days as an industry first.
Connections, Speed, and Servers
All Newshosting plans allow up to 100 simultaneous connections, and download speed is not throttled. The service reports a 99.99% uptime, reflecting high infrastructure reliability. Servers operate in both the United States and Europe, with no plan-based server location restrictions — all subscribers have access to both regions. The service is compatible with popular download clients including SABnzbd, NZBGet, Newsbin Pro, and GrabIt in addition to the proprietary newsreader.
PrivadoVPN Included
All Newshosting plans include PrivadoVPN, a full-featured VPN service with capabilities including a kill switch, split tunneling, auto-connect, and IP leak protection. PrivadoVPN encrypts general internet traffic independently of the Usenet connection, providing subscribers with comprehensive privacy coverage for all online activity. This bundling distinguishes Newshosting from providers that offer SSL for Usenet only, without broader VPN functionality.
Newshosting Usenet Browser
The Newshosting Usenet Browser is a proprietary newsreader included with all plans at no extra cost. It comes pre-configured with the subscriber's Newshosting account credentials, eliminating the need for manual server setup. The application includes a built-in search function for finding content across the Usenet archive without requiring a separate NZB indexer subscription. Users who prefer a different client can configure any NNTP-compatible software with their Newshosting credentials.
Plans and Guarantee
Newshosting offers multiple plan tiers. The Lite plan includes 30 connections and a 50 GB monthly data cap at a lower price point, while full plans provide 100 connections and unlimited data. SSL encryption on port 563 is included across all plans. A 30-day money-back guarantee is available to new subscribers, allowing evaluation of the full service without financial risk. The service does not advertise a traditional free trial separate from the money-back window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PrivadoVPN included with all Newshosting plans?
Yes. PrivadoVPN is included with all Newshosting subscription plans at no additional cost.
Does Newshosting include a newsreader?
Yes. The Newshosting Usenet Browser is included with all plans and comes pre-configured with account credentials and a built-in search function.
What is the retention at Newshosting?
6,400 or more days of binary and text retention, corresponding to over seventeen years.
Does Newshosting offer a money-back guarantee?
Yes. A 30-day money-back guarantee is available to new subscribers.
How many connections does Newshosting allow?
Standard plans allow up to 100 simultaneous connections. The Lite plan includes 30 connections with a 50 GB monthly cap.
Newshosting combines a 20+ year operating history with one of the deepest retention archives in the industry, a bundled VPN with advanced privacy features, and a pre-configured newsreader with integrated search. The all-inclusive nature of the subscription — covering Usenet access, VPN, and newsreader — reduces the number of separate services a subscriber needs to manage. Users looking for a comprehensive Usenet experience in a single subscription will find Newshosting one of the most complete offerings available.