How to Install Radarr on macOS

Introduction

Radarr is a popular movie management software that allows users to search for and download movies automatically. In this tutorial, we will guide you step by step through the process of installing Radarr on your macOS device.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• A macOS device
• Administrator privileges on your device
• A working internet connection

Step 1: Install Homebrew

Homebrew is a package manager that simplifies the installation of software on macOS. To install Homebrew, open your terminal application and enter the following command:

/usr/bin/ruby -e "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/master/install)"

Step 2: Install Radarr

To install Radarr, go to the terminal application and run the following command:

brew install radarr

The Radarr package will be downloaded and installed on your macOS device. After the installation is complete, you can run Radarr by typing the command 'radarr' in your terminal application.

Step 3: Access Radarr

By default, Radarr is not accessible from your web browser. To access its web interface, you need to configure its settings.

• Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:7878
• You will see a welcome screen that prompts you to set up Radarr.
• Set up a default language for the application and click on "Save and Finish Setup".
• You may now access the Radarr main page, to add a movie, simply navigate to the "Add movies" option and search for your desired film.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Radarr on your macOS device. You can now use Radarr to manage your movie library and automatically download new movies. If you encounter any issues in the future, you may refer to the Radarr documentation or seek assistance from the community forums.

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