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radarr database disk image is malformed

radarr database disk image is malformed

14-03-2023 Hit : 172

If you're encountering the error message "radarr database disk image is malformed," it indicates that the database used by Radarr to store its data has become corrupted or damaged. This can occur due to various reasons such as hardware failure, software bugs, or sudden power outages.

To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Take a backup of the current Radarr database to avoid any data loss.
  2. Stop the Radarr service or application.
  3. Locate the Radarr database folder on your system, which may vary depending on your operating system and Radarr installation method.
  4. Delete or rename the corrupted database file.
  5. Launch Radarr, and it will create a new database file with a fresh copy of the data.

If the above steps do not solve the problem, you may need to reinstall Radarr and start afresh. Remember to restore your backup if you have one.