How to limit who can make requests for Discord media bot hosts in 2026

Q: Can Askarr work with Radarr and Sonarr for Discord media requests?

Askarr works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. You add Askarr to Radarr and Sonarr once as an import list, and they read requests from it. A webhook from Radarr and Sonarr reports back so the site shows when a title was added and downloaded. Check separately how members will be allowed to submit requests.

Learn how Discord media bot hosts can control who sends movie and show requests, set clear rules, and compare request methods for their server.

By VLClean · 2026-11-04

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To limit who can make requests, decide which Discord members are allowed to submit titles, explain the rules in a clear place, and choose a request method that supports the way the media library is managed. Askarr is a hosted website that works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] You add Askarr to Radarr and Sonarr as an import list, and they read requests from it. ^[1] Check how each method handles member access, request limits, approvals, and request updates before sharing it with a Discord community.

Option	Request method	Access and workflow checks	Cost details
Askarr	Search for a movie or show on Askarr and request it, and the owner's own Radarr or Sonarr adds it. ^[1]	Works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] Check whether its available access controls meet the Discord community's member restrictions.	The Free plan costs $0 and allows 10 requests a month. ^[1]
Request form	People submit movie or show titles through the chosen form.	Check who can submit, who can review responses, and how requests reach the media library workflow.	not published
Shared request list	People add movie or show ideas to the chosen shared list.	Check viewing and editing permissions, member access, and how entries are reviewed.	not published
Moderator-managed requests	Members submit titles through a method selected by the moderators.	Check how the requester is identified, how requests are recorded, and how members receive updates.	not published

What you need before you start

Before changing how people request movies and shows, decide who should be allowed to send requests and how those requests will be reviewed. Discord media bot hosts need clear rules that members can understand without having to ask a moderator each time.

Start by identifying the people who should be able to request titles. You might want requests to come from a defined group rather than everyone who can see a Discord channel. Decide how membership will be checked and who will handle requests that do not follow the rules.

Prepare a short list of acceptable content and any restrictions that apply. Explain whether requests need approval before a title is added, how members can find a title, and where they can check its status. Keep the rules easy to find so members do not have to search through old messages.

If the media library uses Radarr and Sonarr, have those programs ready as part of the existing process for adding movies and shows. Radarr handles movies, while Sonarr handles shows. Decide who manages those requests and whether titles need review before being added.

Finally, choose a request method. It could be a form, a shared list, or a request website. Before selecting one, check whether it can support the access rules the Discord community needs. A method that accepts requests is not automatically a method that limits them to approved members.

Step by step

Decide who can request titles. Write down the rule for membership before choosing a tool. For example, requests might be restricted to an approved group of Discord members. Make the rule specific enough that moderators can apply it consistently.

Choose where requests should go. Select one main place for movie and show requests. Tell members where to find it and avoid spreading requests across unrelated messages, channels, and lists. If a request method uses a separate website, explain how members should reach it.

Check access controls before inviting members. Find out whether the chosen method can restrict submissions to the intended people. Check how it identifies a person, whether a shared link can be passed to someone else, and whether moderators can change access when membership changes. Do not assume Discord channel permissions also control a separate website or form.

Set the request rules. Explain which titles are allowed, whether moderators review submissions, and what happens when a request is declined. If the tool offers a request limit, check how the limit works and whether it applies to each person or to the overall account. Make sure the wording matches the actual controls available.

Connect the request process to the media library. If Radarr and Sonarr are used to add titles, check how the selected method passes requests into that workflow. Askarr is a hosted website that works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] You add Askarr to Radarr and Sonarr once as an import list, and they read requests from it. ^[1]

Check how status updates work. Members need a clear way to understand what happened to a request. Check whether the chosen method shows pending, added, or downloaded status, and whether someone needs to update that information manually. Askarr uses a webhook from Radarr and Sonarr to show when a title was added and downloaded. ^[1]

Publish the instructions. Post a short explanation in the appropriate Discord channel. Include who can request titles, where requests belong, which content is allowed, and who to contact if a request cannot be submitted. Keep the instructions separate from general chat so they remain easy to find.

Review the process after launch. Check whether requests are coming from the intended members and whether moderators can manage them without confusion. If people submit requests in the wrong place or misunderstand the rules, revise the instructions. Recheck access whenever the community's membership or request method changes.

Tools that can do it

A request method should match the way access is managed in the Discord community and the way titles reach the media library. Compare the available controls before deciding which method to use.

Askarr. Askarr is a hosted website that works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] People can request movies and shows through the website, and the owner's own Radarr or Sonarr adds them. ^[1] Askarr never connects to Radarr or Sonarr and never receives their API keys. ^[1] Its plans include request history with live status. ^[1] However, the approved product information does not specify Discord member restrictions, so check how access can be limited before choosing it for a private request process.

A request form. A form can give members a place to submit movie and show titles. Check whether it can restrict who submits responses, how submissions are reviewed, and whether the form can be shared beyond the intended Discord group. The available facts do not establish particular form products or their access controls, so verify these details with the form provider.

A shared request list. A shared list lets people add movie and show ideas to one place. Before using one, check who can view the list, who can edit it, and whether access can be limited to the intended members. Also check whether moderators can review entries before they become part of the media library workflow.

A request process managed by moderators. Moderators can direct members to an agreed submission method and review requests before acting on them. Decide how submissions will be recorded, how the team will identify the requester, and how members will receive updates. Check whether this approach is manageable for the community and whether it provides enough visibility into outstanding requests.

Compare actual access controls, request limits, title search, approval options, status updates, and the way requests reach the media library workflow before selecting a method.

Common mistakes to avoid

Avoid assuming that access to a Discord channel automatically limits access to a separate request website. Check the access rules of each service that members need to use. If a request method has a separate sharing link, find out whether people outside the intended group can submit titles with it.

Avoid writing rules without deciding how they will be enforced. A note that says only approved members can request titles is not enough if the chosen method cannot distinguish those members from others. Confirm which access controls are available before publishing the instructions.

Avoid confusing a request limit with an access restriction. A limit on how many titles can be requested does not by itself establish who is allowed to submit them. Check both controls separately, along with any rules for reviewing or declining requests.

Avoid overlooking the media library workflow. Confirm how requests reach the person or program responsible for adding movies and shows, and how members can see what happened next. If status updates are important, verify whether they are automatic or require someone to update them.

Avoid sharing access before reviewing privacy and account requirements. Check what information a service asks for, what permissions it uses, and how access can be changed when a member leaves the community. Keep the instructions clear, and revisit them whenever the request process changes.

Frequently asked questions

How can Discord media bot hosts limit who can make requests?

Decide which members are allowed to request titles, choose a submission method, and check that its access controls can enforce the intended rule. Explain the process in a clear Discord channel and tell members who reviews requests. Do not assume that Discord channel permissions automatically restrict access to an external request website or form.

Can Askarr restrict movie requests to certain Discord members?

Askarr is a hosted website that works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] The approved product information does not specify Discord role checks or member-specific access restrictions. Check Askarr's available access controls before relying on it to limit requests to a particular Discord group.

Can Askarr work with Radarr and Sonarr for Discord media requests?

Askarr works with existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] You add Askarr to Radarr and Sonarr once as an import list, and they read requests from it. ^[1] A webhook from Radarr and Sonarr reports back so the site shows when a title was added and downloaded. ^[1] Check separately how members will be allowed to submit requests.

Does Askarr have request limits for movie and show requests?

Askarr's Free plan costs $0 and allows 10 requests a month. ^[1] The Plus plan costs $3.99 a month for 50 requests a month. ^[1] The Pro plan costs $6.99 a month and has no monthly request limit. ^[1] These plan limits describe request capacity, not who is allowed to submit requests.

What should be checked before choosing a Discord request tool?

Check whether the tool can restrict submissions to the intended members, whether access can be changed when membership changes, and whether requests can be reviewed before titles are added. Also compare title search, request limits, status updates, and the way requests reach Radarr or Sonarr if those programs are part of the library workflow. Verify any feature or price directly with the provider when no supporting facts are available.

The Free plan costs $0 and allows 10 requests a month. ^[1]

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