NewsLeecher
NewsLeecher offers Usenet access with 6,525 days of binary retention and 4,625 days of text retention. Up to 30 simultaneous connections and unlimited download speed are included on all plans. Servers are located in Europe and the United States. The Ready to Go plan bundles Usenet access with the NewsLeecher newsreader software and SuperSearch. A 14-day free trial is available.
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
Notice & Takedown
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
Free Trial
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Plans & PricingPlans & Pricing Compared
Pure Usenet
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 30
Protection: Free Trial
Pure Usenet
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
30
Protection
Free Trial
monthly
Ready to Go (SW+Usenet)
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 30
Protection: Free Trial
Ready to Go (SW+Usenet)
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
30
Protection
Free Trial
monthly
All About NewsLeecher
NewsLeecher provides both a Usenet access service and a proprietary newsreader software application. The Usenet access service offers 6,525 days of binary retention and 4,625 days of text retention, placing it among the highest-retention providers in the industry. All plans include up to 30 simultaneous connections, unlimited download speed at 500 Mbps and above, and 256-bit SSL encryption. Servers are accessible in both Europe and the United States. A 14-day free trial is available to new users.
Retention: Binary and Text Newsgroups
NewsLeecher maintains 6,525 days of binary retention and 4,625 days of text retention. Binary retention of 6,525 days corresponds to approximately seventeen and a half years of stored binary content, which is among the highest figures advertised by any Usenet provider. The text retention of 4,625 days extends to roughly twelve and a half years. NewsLeecher maintains peering relationships with all major Usenet providers as well as most smaller ones, which helps ensure access to articles regardless of where they were originally posted.
Connections, Speed, and Servers
All NewsLeecher Usenet access plans include up to 30 simultaneous connections and unlimited download speed. Download bandwidth is not capped, with the service supporting speeds of 500 Mbps and beyond on suitable internet connections. Three server addresses are available: news.newsleecher.com (recommended automatic load balancing), eu.newsleecher.com for European users, and us.newsleecher.com for North American users. SSL-encrypted connections use port 563 as the primary port, with additional SSL options on ports 80 and 81. Non-encrypted access is available on port 119 along with alternatives on ports 23 and 443.
Plan Options: Pure Usenet and Ready to Go
NewsLeecher offers two access-related plans. The Pure Usenet plan provides Usenet access only at $9.49 per month, allowing users to connect with any NNTP-compatible client of their choice. The Ready to Go plan at $11.99 per month combines Usenet access with the NewsLeecher newsreader software, SuperSearch, and SuperLeech services. A Client Plus plan offers the software suite without Usenet access, for users who provide their own Usenet server. This modular structure gives users flexibility to pay only for the components they actually use.
NewsLeecher Newsreader Software
The NewsLeecher application is a Windows-based newsreader designed for efficient binary downloading from Usenet. It supports features including header compression using XFEATURE COMPRESS GZIP, which reduces the bandwidth used when downloading newsgroup headers. SuperSearch is an integrated search function that allows users to find content across the Usenet archive without visiting external indexers. SuperLeech automates downloads from specific newsgroups based on user-defined search rules. Users can also download and configure the software with any third-party Usenet server.
Security and Privacy
All connections to NewsLeecher servers use 256-bit SSL encryption. NewsLeecher does not monitor or record which newsgroups customers use or which articles are downloaded. The privacy policy states that activity logs are not kept for Usenet access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NewsLeecher offer a free trial?
Yes. A 14-day free trial is available for new users.
What is the binary retention at NewsLeecher?
Binary retention is 6,525 days (approximately 17.5 years). Text retention is 4,625 days (approximately 12.5 years).
Does the Pure Usenet plan include the newsreader software?
No. The Pure Usenet plan ($9.49/month) provides Usenet access only. The Ready to Go plan ($11.99/month) adds the NewsLeecher software, SuperSearch, and SuperLeech.
How many connections does NewsLeecher allow?
All plans include up to 30 simultaneous connections.
Which operating system does the NewsLeecher software support?
The NewsLeecher newsreader application is designed for Windows.
NewsLeecher is a well-rounded option for users who want high binary retention combined with the option to bundle a proprietary newsreader. The 6,525-day binary retention is among the highest in the industry, and the modular plan structure allows users to pay only for what they need. The 30-connection limit is lower than some competitors offering 50 or 100 connections, but is sufficient for most residential internet connections. Windows users who want an integrated newsreader and search experience will find the Ready to Go plan particularly convenient.