Introducing the Plex Automatic qBittorrent Throttler

For media server administrators managing both streaming and download services, bandwidth conflicts can create frustrating experiences for remote users. This intelligent automation solution elegantly solves this common problem by automatically detecting when remote streaming begins and instantly adjusting download speeds to prioritize the streaming experience.

This workflow leverages three powerful components:

• Plex Media Server with webhook capabilities
• n8n workflow automation platform
• qBittorrent torrent client with WebUI control

With zero manual intervention required after setup, this automation silently works in the background, intelligently managing your network resources. Remote viewers enjoy buffer-free streaming experiences while downloads continue at appropriate speeds. When streaming ends, full download capacity is automatically restored - creating a perfect balance between media consumption and media acquisition.