UsenetDeal
UsenetDeal is a budget-oriented Usenet provider with 3,000+ days of binary retention, servers in the US and EU, and SSL-encrypted connections. Unlimited plans start with up to 30 connections; block plans support up to 40 connections and carry no expiry date. A 7-day money-back guarantee applies to unlimited subscriptions.
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
Abavia
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
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
Secure
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, iDeal
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
5+ 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
not available
Trustpilot Ratings
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Trustpilot
Plans & PricingPlans & Pricing Compared
Starter
€ 20.28 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 20 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 10
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Starter
Speed
20 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
10
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
€20.28 total
Duration: 12 months
Starter
€ 5.97 total, Duration: 3 months
Speed: 20 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 10
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Starter
Speed
20 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
10
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
€5.97 total
Duration: 3 months
Fast
€ 34.68 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 100 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 40
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Fast
Speed
100 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
40
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
€34.68 total
Duration: 12 months
Lightspeed
€ 40.68 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 1000 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 60
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Lightspeed
Speed
1000 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
60
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
€40.68 total
Duration: 12 months
Starter
Speed: 20 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 10
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Starter
Speed
20 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
10
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Fast
€ 10.47 total, Duration: 3 months
Speed: 100 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 40
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Fast
Speed
100 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
40
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
€10.47 total
Duration: 3 months
Lightspeed
€ 11.97 total, Duration: 3 months
Speed: 1000 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 60
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Lightspeed
Speed
1000 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
60
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
€11.97 total
Duration: 3 months
Fast
Speed: 100 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 40
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Fast
Speed
100 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
40
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Lightspeed
Speed: 1000 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 60
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Lightspeed
Speed
1000 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
60
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Block 500 GB
€2.00 / 100 GB
Speed: 1000 Mbit/s
Data: 500 GB
Connections: 40
Protection: binding plan
Block 500 GB
Speed
1000 Mbit/s
Data
500 GB
Connections
40
Protection
binding plan
Block 1000 GB
€1.60 / 100 GB
Speed: 1000 Mbit/s
Data: 1000 GB
Connections: 40
Protection: binding plan
Block 1000 GB
Speed
1000 Mbit/s
Data
1000 GB
Connections
40
Protection
binding plan
Block 2500 GB
€1.44 / 100 GB
Speed: 1000 Mbit/s
Data: 2500 GB
Connections: 40
Protection: binding plan
Block 2500 GB
Speed
1000 Mbit/s
Data
2500 GB
Connections
40
Protection
binding plan
All About UsenetDeal
UsenetDeal is a budget-oriented Usenet provider targeting subscribers who want reliable core functionality at a reduced price point. The service covers approximately 100,000 newsgroups, advertises a binary retention of over 3,000 days, and secures all connections with SSL encryption. Servers are located in both the United States and Europe. Both unlimited subscriptions and block plans with no expiry date are offered, and new unlimited subscribers can request a refund within 7 days.
Plans and Pricing
The entry-level unlimited plan (Starter) provides up to 30 simultaneous connections and download speeds of approximately 20 Mbps. Higher-tier unlimited plans such as the Lightning option deliver faster throughput for users who need quicker access. Block plans are available as an alternative and allow up to 40 simultaneous connections with no expiry on purchased data, which can benefit occasional users. Pricing is generally positioned 20–30% below the market average for comparable Usenet services.
Infrastructure and Technical Features
UsenetDeal operates servers in the United States and Europe, giving subscribers the choice of connection region. All server connections use SSL encryption. The provider indexes around 100,000 newsgroups with binary content retained for more than 3,000 days. No bundled newsreader application is included with any plan; users will need to download and configure a compatible third-party client before accessing content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UsenetDeal offer a free trial?
UsenetDeal does not offer a free trial. New subscribers to unlimited plans can request a refund within 7 days of signing up if the service does not meet their expectations.
How many simultaneous connections are included?
The Starter unlimited plan includes up to 30 simultaneous connections. Block plans support up to 40 simultaneous connections. Higher-tier unlimited plans may also provide additional connections.
What is the binary retention period?
UsenetDeal advertises a binary retention of more than 3,000 days, meaning binary posts are preserved for over eight years.
Is a newsreader included with the subscription?
No newsreader is bundled with any UsenetDeal plan. Subscribers must obtain and set up a compatible third-party Usenet newsreader separately.
Which server locations does UsenetDeal offer?
UsenetDeal provides access via servers in the United States and Europe. Subscribers can connect to the region that best suits their location or performance needs.
UsenetDeal occupies the budget segment of the Usenet market, offering 3,000+ days of binary retention, dual server regions, SSL encryption, and flexible plan structures. The absence of a free trial and bundled newsreader are factors worth comparing against competing providers before subscribing.