Plex is the best way to organize and stream your media collection. Seedr is the best way to build that collection. Together, they create a seamless experience: add files to Seedr from anywhere, and they automatically appear in your Plex library — complete with metadata, artwork, and organized by title.

No manual file transfers. No waiting for downloads to finish before watching. Add content to Seedr on your phone during lunch, and it's ready to watch on your TV when you get home — already cataloged in Plex with poster art and episode information.

The integration works through standard protocols (WebDAV or FTP) that Plex natively supports. Mount your Seedr storage as a network location, point Plex at it, and you're done. Plex handles the rest: scanning, identifying, fetching metadata, transcoding if needed, and serving to any Plex client.

How It Works

1. Connect Seedr to Plex — Add your Seedr WebDAV or FTP credentials as a network location in your operating system, then add that location as a Plex library source.
2. Plex scans your Seedr storage — Plex identifies your files, matches them to online databases, and downloads metadata, artwork, and descriptions automatically.
3. Add files to Seedr from anywhere — Use the Seedr app, browser, or Share menu on your phone. Files land in your cloud storage.
4. Plex picks them up automatically — On the next library scan (or manually triggered), new content appears in your Plex library, fully organized.
5. Stream to any device — Watch on Plex apps for smart TVs, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, game consoles, phones, tablets, or browsers.

Your Seedr storage becomes just another source in your Plex ecosystem. If you already use Plex, you know how to use this — it's the same experience you're used to, just with cloud storage instead of local drives.

Two Connection Methods

WebDAV (Recommended — Master Plan)

WebDAV mounts your Seedr storage as a network drive. It's the cleanest integration:

• Native OS support — Windows, macOS, and Linux all support WebDAV natively. No additional software needed.
• Real-time access — Files appear immediately. No sync delays.
• High-speed transfers — Direct streaming from Seedr servers through the WebDAV connection.
• Secure — Encrypted connection using your Seedr credentials.

Step-by-step WebDAV + Plex setup guide →

FTP (Pro+ Plans)

FTP is widely supported and works with more configurations:

• Universal compatibility — Works with any FTP client or system that supports FTP mounts.
• Flexible — Some NAS devices and Linux setups work better with FTP.
• Proven technology — FTP has been around for decades. It just works.

Step-by-step FTP + Plex setup guide →

Which Should I Use?

If you have a Master plan: WebDAV. It's simpler to set up and more tightly integrated with modern operating systems.

If you have a Pro plan: FTP works great. The end result is the same — your Seedr files accessible to Plex.

What Plex Does With Your Seedr Files

Once connected, Plex treats your Seedr storage like any other library source:

Automatic Metadata

• Title identification — Plex matches your files against TheTVDB, TheMovieDB, and other databases
• Poster artwork — Downloads cover art, background images, and thumbnails
• Descriptions and ratings — Plot summaries, cast information, reviews, and ratings
• Episode organization — Automatically sorts by season and episode number

Transcoding (If Needed)

If a file format isn't directly playable on your device, Plex transcodes it on the fly. This requires a Plex server with enough processing power. Direct play (no transcoding) is always preferred and works with most modern formats.

Multi-User Support

Plex supports multiple users with separate watch histories and recommendations. Your family members each get their own experience, all streaming from the same Seedr storage.

Offline Sync

Plex Pass users can sync content to mobile devices for offline viewing. The content comes from your Seedr storage, transcoded to the quality you choose.

Why Seedr + Plex (Instead of Local Storage)

Plex Server Requirements

You still need a Plex Media Server running somewhere. This can be:

• Your computer — Windows, Mac, or Linux. Can be your main PC if it's usually on.
• A NAS device — Synology, QNAP, etc. Many have Plex packages available.
• A dedicated mini PC — Intel NUC, Raspberry Pi 4 (limited transcoding), or similar.
• A cloud server — Run Plex on a VPS if you want everything in the cloud.
• Nvidia Shield — Popular option that doubles as a streaming device.

The Plex server needs network access to your mounted Seedr storage. For direct play (most efficient), minimal CPU is needed. For transcoding, you'll want a decent processor or hardware transcoding support.

Common Questions

Do I need Plex Pass?

No. The free version of Plex works with Seedr. Plex Pass adds features like hardware transcoding, offline sync, and multiple user profiles — nice to have but not required for the basic integration.

Can I stream outside my home?

Yes. Plex supports remote streaming. Your Plex server transcodes (if needed) and streams to you wherever you are. The content comes from Seedr through your Plex server.

How fast does new content appear?

Depends on your Plex scan settings. You can set Plex to scan periodically (every hour, for example) or trigger a manual scan after adding new files. Some setups support automatic detection of new files.

What if a file won't play?

Plex transcodes incompatible formats automatically. If something won't play, it's usually a server processing limitation. Most common formats (MP4, MKV with H.264/H.265) play directly without transcoding.

Is the connection secure?

Yes. Both WebDAV and FTP connections to Seedr are encrypted. Your credentials are protected, and file transfers are secure.

Can I use this with Jellyfin instead?

Yes! Jellyfin uses the same connection methods. We have a separate guide for Jellyfin + Seedr integration.

What Seedr plan do I need?

WebDAV requires a Master plan. FTP is available on Pro plans and above. Free plans can use Seedr's built-in streaming but not the Plex integration.

Also Works With

The same connection methods work with other media server software:

• Jellyfin — Open-source Plex alternative. Setup guide →
• Emby — Another media server option with similar features.
• Kodi — Our native addon provides direct integration. Kodi addon →
• VLC — Open network stream from your Seedr WebDAV/FTP location.
• Infuse — Popular iOS/tvOS player that supports network locations.