XLned
XLned is a Dutch Usenet provider active since 2007, with over 4,100 days of binary retention and access to over 110,000 newsgroups. Plans are structured by download speed limits – from the affordable XL Lite (2.5 Mbit/s) to XL Gold (120 Mbit/s) – with up to 12 simultaneous SSL connections. All servers are EU-based. Accepted payment methods: Bitcoin, iDEAL, Sofort, Visa, Mastercard, and Paysafecard. No PayPal. No trial period, no money-back guarantee.
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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
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
10+ Years
Trustpilot Ratings
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Trustpilot
Payment Methods
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Payment Methods
PayPal, CreditCard
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
Privacy & Jurisdiction
Our privacy rating considers not only technical measures, but also the legal jurisdiction a provider operates under.
Providers subject to US jurisdiction may be required to disclose user data under applicable US laws, including the CLOUD Act. This can also apply to data stored outside the United States.
Providers based solely within the EU operate under GDPR and European legal safeguards. Government access to user data is subject to applicable national and EU law and generally requires a specific legal basis.
For our privacy rating, jurisdiction is a key factor. Providers subject to US jurisdiction therefore receive a lower privacy rating, regardless of where their servers are located.
Privacy & Jurisdiction
Limited
Abuse Procedure
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Abuse
DMCA
Plans & PricingPlans & Pricing Compared
XL Lite
$ 31.72 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 2.5 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 2
Protection: binding plan
XL Lite
Speed
2.5 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
2
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$31.72 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Lite
$ 18.55 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 2.5 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 2
Protection: binding plan
XL Lite
Speed
2.5 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
2
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$18.55 total
Duration: 6 months
XL Lite
Speed: 2.5 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 2
Protection: binding plan
XL Lite
Speed
2.5 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
2
Protection
binding plan
monthly
XL Small
$ 52.25 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 5 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 2
Protection: binding plan
XL Small
Speed
5 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
2
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$52.25 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Small
$ 30.44 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 5 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 2
Protection: binding plan
XL Small
Speed
5 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
2
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$30.44 total
Duration: 6 months
XL Basic
$ 62.73 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 10 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 4
Protection: binding plan
XL Basic
Speed
10 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
4
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$62.73 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Small
Speed: 5 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 2
Protection: binding plan
XL Small
Speed
5 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
2
Protection
binding plan
monthly
XL Plus
$ 73.21 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 20 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 8
Protection: binding plan
XL Plus
Speed
20 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
8
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$73.21 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Basic
$ 36.53 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 10 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 4
Protection: binding plan
XL Basic
Speed
10 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
4
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$36.53 total
Duration: 6 months
XL Plus
$ 42.62 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 20 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 8
Protection: binding plan
XL Plus
Speed
20 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
8
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$42.62 total
Duration: 6 months
XL Basic
Speed: 10 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 4
Protection: binding plan
XL Basic
Speed
10 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
4
Protection
binding plan
monthly
XL Plus
Speed: 20 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 8
Protection: binding plan
XL Plus
Speed
20 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
8
Protection
binding plan
monthly
XL Gold
$ 104.64 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 120 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 12
Protection: binding plan
XL Gold
Speed
120 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
12
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$104.64 total
Duration: 12 months
XL Gold
$ 60.89 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 120 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 12
Protection: binding plan
XL Gold
Speed
120 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
12
Protection
binding plan
monthly
$60.89 total
Duration: 6 months
XL Gold
Speed: 120 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 12
Protection: binding plan
XL Gold
Speed
120 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
12
Protection
binding plan
monthly
All About XLned
XLned has been active since 2007, placing it among the more experienced Usenet providers in the European market. The service operates exclusively EU-based servers – with no server locations outside Europe – and offers binary retention of over 4,100 days with access to more than 110,000 newsgroups and an advertised completion rate of over 99 percent. The defining feature of XLned is its speed-limited plan structure: instead of unlimited speed on every plan, XLned sets clearly defined bandwidth caps that allow for a differentiated price entry point.
Operational History and Infrastructure
XLned has been active in the commercial Usenet market for more than fifteen years. The EU-centred infrastructure, with server locations exclusively in Europe, is a privacy advantage for users inside the EU – all data is processed within European legal boundaries. SSL encryption is active on every connection.
Retention: over 4,100 Days and 110,000+ Newsgroups
XLned offers binary retention of over 4,100 days – more than eleven years of stored binary content. With access to more than 110,000 newsgroups, XLned covers the entire active Usenet spectrum. The advertised completion rate of over 99 percent means that virtually every published article remains retrievable. This combination of retention depth and completeness also makes XLned interesting for users specifically looking for older releases.
Speed-Limited Plan Structure
XLned's approach to plans is built on maximum download speed limits rather than data volume caps. Every plan includes unlimited download volume – the difference lies solely in the configured maximum download speed:
XL Lite – The entry plan, capped at 2.5 Mbit/s. Suited to users with very modest download needs, or as the cheapest way to try the service. The pricing is attractive for anyone who does not need the full bandwidth.
Mid-tier plans – Progressively higher speed limits provide a smooth transition for users who need more bandwidth but do not want to jump straight to the premium plan.
XL Gold – The premium plan, with a maximum download speed of 120 Mbit/s and 12 simultaneous connections. On typical cable and higher-end DSL lines, this plan is designed to make full use of the available connection bandwidth.
12 Simultaneous Connections
XLned provides up to 12 simultaneous SSL connections on every plan. Compared with providers offering 30 to 100 connections that is a lower figure – though it is worth noting that the plan's speed cap determines the effective download rate in any case. For users on the lower plans, 12 connections are enough to fully saturate the configured bandwidth limits.
Payment Methods: Broad Options without PayPal
XLned accepts a range of payment methods that appeal in particular to European and privacy-minded users: Bitcoin (for anonymous payment), iDEAL (the Dutch standard method), Sofort (Germany and Austria), Visa, Mastercard and Paysafecard (an anonymous prepaid card). PayPal is not accepted – users who want to pay by PayPal exclusively should take this into account before signing up.
No Trial, No Money-Back Guarantee
XLned offers neither a free trial period nor a money-back guarantee. That means users should review all available information carefully before signing up – plan details, speed limits and payment options. Alternatively, it makes sense to try the cheapest plan (XL Lite) first before committing to a more expensive subscription.
Who is XLned for?
XLned combines more than fifteen years of operating experience (since 2007) with solid retention of over 4,100 days, more than 110,000 newsgroups and an EU-exclusive server infrastructure. The speed-limited plan structure (XL Lite through XL Gold) offers clear price differentiation – anyone needing less bandwidth pays less. The broad range of payment methods (including Bitcoin and Paysafecard) appeals to privacy-conscious users. Points to consider: no PayPal, no trial period, no money-back guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long has XLned been active?
XLned has been active since 2007 – giving the provider more than fifteen years of operating experience in the commercial Usenet market.
How does XLned's speed-limited plan structure work?
XLned plans set maximum download speed limits, from the XL Lite entry plan (2.5 Mbit/s) to the XL Gold premium plan (120 Mbit/s). Download volume is unlimited on every plan.
How long is retention at XLned?
XLned offers binary retention of over 4,100 days (more than 11 years), with access to more than 110,000 newsgroups and a completion rate above 99 percent.
What payment methods does XLned accept?
XLned accepts Bitcoin, iDEAL, Sofort, Visa, Mastercard and Paysafecard. PayPal is not accepted.
Does XLned offer a trial or a money-back guarantee?
No, XLned offers neither a free trial nor a money-back guarantee. Careful evaluation up front is therefore important.
Where are XLned's servers located?
XLned operates exclusively EU-based servers – there are no server locations outside Europe.
