I previously had Plex set up with folders in the left hand menu to access media on my desktop PC. Those folders have disappeared, and I can’t get them back. The Your Media link just takes me to a page to Get Plex Media Server, which I already have. How do I add media to the freakin’ thing now?

You need to (re-)claim your server – i.e. connect it to your user account. [image] New Claiming Requirement for Windows Desktops & Laptops Back in Plex Media Server 1.29.2, we introduced some new behavior for macOS. This behavior is now being brought to Plex …

Thanks, that helped! IDK why Plex didn’t make this abundantly clear, rather than needing people to ask the forums, but whatever.

Can't Add Media

Plex Media Server

OttoKerner September 24, 2025, 11:50am 2

You need to (re-)claim your server – i.e. connect it to your user account.

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