NewsLeecher
NewsLeecher is a unique all-in-one provider by Crystal Art Software: alongside Usenet access, it bundles the proprietary NewsLeecher software, integrated SuperSearch indexer, and SuperLeech automation service. Nearly over 6,600 days retention, 500+ Mbps, unlimited downloads, 14-day free trial.
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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Trustpilot
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 is a provider with an unusual profile: the company Crystal Art Software (registration number 28861931) is both the developer of one of the best-known Windows Usenet newsreaders and the operator of its own Usenet access service. This dual role makes NewsLeecher a genuine all-in-one provider — one that supplies not just the server backbone but also the tool used to access it.
Three Package Models
NewsLeecher structures its offering into three packages, differing in the scope of included services:
"Ready to Go" — The complete solution for €9.49/month
- Usenet access (full)
- NewsLeecher software (latest version)
- SuperSearch (premium search index)
- SuperLeech (automation service)
This package targets anyone who wants to get started immediately without setting up a separate newsreader, indexer, or automation tool.
"Client Plus" — For users with their own Usenet access
- NewsLeecher software
- SuperSearch
- SuperLeech
- No Usenet access included
This package targets users who already have access through another Usenet provider and only want the NewsLeecher software and complementary services.
"Pure Usenet" — Pure access without software
- Usenet access only
- No software, no search functions
For users who already use their own newsreader and indexer.
The Core Components in Detail
NewsLeecher software: a proven Windows newsreader known for its stability, its deobfuscation support (from version 8.0 Beta), and its deep integration with SuperSearch. The software is regarded as one of the most capable Usenet clients on the market.
SuperSearch: a premium search index for Usenet content operated by NewsLeecher. SuperSearch lets users search and find newsgroup content directly from within the software — without external indexer websites.
SuperLeech: an automation service functioning similarly to Sonarr/Radarr — users can subscribe to RSS feeds, and SuperLeech automatically downloads new content as soon as it appears on Usenet.
Technical Infrastructure
The technical specs of the NewsLeecher access service:
- Retention: nearly over 6,600 days — over 18 years of stored binary content
- Speed: 500+ Mbps download speed
- Data cap: none — unlimited downloads
- Speed limit: none — no throttling
- Encryption: 256-bit SSL on all connections
- Uptime: high availability
Retention of nearly over 6,600 days positions NewsLeecher in the industry's top segment — on par with leading tier-1 providers such as Newshosting or UsenetServer.
14-Day Trial
NewsLeecher offers a 14-day free trial — "no strings attached." This is one of the more generous trial periods compared to the typical 7-day trials or money-back guarantees offered by other providers.
Strengths and Distinctive Features
- Unique all-in-one concept: newsreader + indexer + automation + access in one package
- Excellent retention: nearly over 6,600 days — competitive with the best providers
- No download or speed limits
- 14-day trial — more generous than the industry standard
- Modular offering: those wanting only software or only access have suitable options
Limitations
- Windows only: the NewsLeecher software is restricted to Windows. Mac and Linux users can use plain Usenet access with their own client, but won't benefit from the software integration.
- No VPN integration in the packages
- Past technical issues: reports of payment problems (April 2022) and SuperSearch indexing issues (January 2023) point to occasional operational disruptions, not unusual for a small independent company.
Who is NewsLeecher for?
NewsLeecher is ideal for:
- Windows users seeking a fully integrated, single-source solution
- Beginners who want to get started immediately without configuration effort
- Users who want to use SuperSearch functionality directly within their newsreader
- Automation enthusiasts who want to use SuperLeech for RSS-based downloads
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NewsLeecher's "Ready to Go" package include?
The "Ready to Go" package (€9.49/month) includes full Usenet access, NewsLeecher software, the SuperSearch search index, and the SuperLeech automation service — all in one package.
What is NewsLeecher's retention?
Binary retention is nearly over 6,600 days, equivalent to over 18 years of stored binary content.
Is there a trial at NewsLeecher?
Yes. NewsLeecher offers a 14-day free trial with no strings attached.
What is SuperLeech?
SuperLeech is a NewsLeecher automation service that works similarly to Sonarr or Radarr: it subscribes to RSS feeds and automatically downloads new Usenet content.
Can I use NewsLeecher without the software packages?
Yes. The "Pure Usenet" package offers only Usenet access, without NewsLeecher software or search functions.