NinjaCentral Review - Best to stay away

NinjaCentral is a "basic" usenet indexer that (just like many others) runs on the Newznab platform. Registrations only open a few times a year.

Noteworthy Points

• Rude staff who might ban you at random
• They have a history of scraping other sites (more below)
• Albeit expensive, they do offer a lifetime package
• Newznab compatible API for: Sonarr, Radarr, Prowlarr etc.

About NinjaCentral

NinjaCentral stems from the old torrent tracker bearing the same name. They have been around for a few years now, but not as long as some of the other indexers like NZBGeek, omgwtfnzbs or NZB Finder. Their content selection is decent, but they have a history of scraping other sites, which is a big no-no in the Usenet community. As a result, the site has faced penalties, including a flood of fake releases in its database. These issues remain partially unresolved, leading to frustrated users and a less-than-stellar reputation among their users.

Like many Usenet indexers, NinjaCentral uses a closed registration model, meaning new users can't simply sign up. While this practice is widespread, it often serves as an artificial way to manufacture a sense of exclusivity.

Controversy

A major downside to NinjaCentral is its perceived pretentious attitude, possibly stemming from its torrent tracker roots. Reports on Reddit indicate that staff and owners have banned users at random, particularly those who express criticism on platforms like Discord or elsewhere online. This is a significant red flag for anyone seeking an open and friendly community without any drama.

Should You Choose NinjaCentral?

While NinjaCentral offers value for those already within its ecosystem, the drawbacks—particularly its community reputation and lingering database issues—are hard to ignore. Users seeking a stable and welcoming indexer may find better options with well-established competitors like NZBGeek or NZB Finder.

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