Where do Plex downloads go?

All completed or in-progress downloads will appear in the Downloads library in the app. That can be accessed at any time from the left sidebar.
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Where are Plex Downloads stored?

Step 1: go to your Downloads library

Choose “Downloads” on the left sidebar of your Plex home screen to access your Downloads library. This will open up all the content that's currently or has finished downloading.
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Can you download files off Plex?

If you're logged into the same Plex account as you use on your Plex Media Server, the Download action in the web app lets you download the source file to the machine you're using.
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Where are download files located?

Files you've downloaded are automatically saved in the Downloads folder. This folder is usually located on the drive where Windows is installed (for example, C:\users\your name\downloads). You can always move downloads from the Downloads folder to other places on your PC.
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Where is my Plex media library?

On Windows, the content is located inside of the user directory.
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Why is Plex not showing library?

Permissions. If no content at all is being found or you're unable to see particular directories when trying to set up a library, you may be encountering permission issues (which prevent Plex from being allowed to see/access the content).
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Does Plex store my data?

Your personal content is stored on your personal hardware (“Personal Content”). Except in the limited circumstances described below, we do not collect filenames or content titles of your Personal Content. We do, however, keep usage statistics to allow us to better serve you and improve our Services.
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Why can't I see my Downloads?

Look in the Downloads Folder

This won't usually be available as an app unfortunately, but as a folder within a file manager. You can find the Downloads folder using a third-party file manager, but each Android phone also has its stock file manager app that you can equally well use.
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How do I retrieve Downloads?

To find downloads on your PC:
  1. Select File Explorer from the taskbar, or press the Windows logo key + E.
  2. Under Quick access, select Downloads.
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How do I open a downloaded file?

Once you've installed the app, you can find your downloaded files by selecting the Browse tab at the bottom of the app, then tapping Downloads. Tap a file to open it, or long-press on it to select the file and delete, share or rename it.
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How do I use Plex downloader?

Open your Plex Web interface (http://localhost:32400/web) Click into the details page of a TV show in your friends library. Click the Plex Downloader button. After clicking that, you'll be able to select the location to save your file, just like you 'd save any other file.
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Is Plex legal?

Plex is perfectly legal whenever you're streaming from their server or whenever you upload personal media that was acquired and reproduced legally. On the other hand, the user can put illegally obtained content on their personal media server.
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Where are Plex files stored Ubuntu?

2 Answers. On Ubuntu/Debian settings and library stored in /var/lib/plexmediaserver/... .
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How do I download playlists from Plex?

How to export Plex playlists to URL?
  1. In your Library, select the Playlists category Playlists Tab.
  2. Select the playlist to export and use () or right click > Export as File.
  3. Select URL format to export.
  4. Click on Download File to save the exported tracklist on your device!
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How do I find recent downloads on my computer?

To view the Downloads folder, open File Explorer, then locate and select Downloads (below Favorites on the left side of the window). A list of your recently downloaded files will appear. Default folders: If you don't specify a location when saving a file, Windows will place certain types of files into default folders.
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How long do files stay in download folder?

One important point to note: not all files in the downloads folder will be deleted after 30 days, just those that haven't changed in the past 30 days. This means if you download a file and open it daily without making any changes to it, it will still be deleted after the 30 day mark.
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How do I find my Downloads folder on Mac?

You can easily access the Downloads folder is easily accessed from Finder's sidebar. If you don't see it under Favorites, go to Finder > Preferences, and turn it on in the Sidebar tab. You can also quickly get to it from Go > Downloads (Option+Command+L).
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Why can't I find my Downloads on my PC?

If you don't see a Downloads option, or a Quick Access section, then click the This PC option instead. Select the Downloads option under Folders in the main panel of this window. If you don't see a Downloads folder there, then select the C Drive under Devices and Drives.
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Why can't I see my Downloads on my laptop?

If you can't open the Downloads folder at all, there might be corrupted system files. The System File Checker fixes corrupted system files. As such, that might also fix the Downloads directory. ... Then enter sfc / scannow in the Command Prompt, and press the Return key.
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Why are my files not showing on my desktop?

Reasons for Files Saved on Desktop Are Not Showing Up

Files and folders were hidden. Save path error. Logged into a wrong user account. Hard drive file system error.
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Is Plex safe for pirated content?

Since then, Plex has added free live TV channels and secured more than 240 additional content deals with the likes of Lionsgate, MGM, Sony, AMC and more. This means that when 'pirate' users fire up Plex, they are not only presented with their own unlicensed content libraries but also official content too.
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Where are Plex downloads stored on Android?

The Downloads library will be listed can be pinned/unpinned to the sidebar just like any other library. This library can be found under the “More” menu at the top of the list under “Offline”. Once pinned to the sidebar, you may rearrange it as needed.
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How safe is Plex?

Plex has teamed up with Let's Encrypt to provide our users with high-quality secure certificates for your media servers, at no cost to you. There's no need to set up VPNs and no need to create and install your own certs. You can safely and securely connect to your media no matter where you are.
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How do I add Movies to my Plex library?

Add a movie in Plex
  1. Click the '+' sign at the Plex home page.
  2. Select Movies in the Add Library window that pops up.
  3. Name the library, choose your language then hit Next.
  4. Navigate to your movie folder then click Add Library.
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