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What mod manager does Nexus Mods use?

Vortex is designed to seamlessly interact with Nexus Mods allowing you to easily find, install, and play mods from our site, learn about new files and catch the latest news.
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What mod manager does Nexus use?

Nexus Mods has since replaced Nexus Mod Manager with Vortex, the official Nexus Mods mod manager with improved mod handling and a more modern interface. Nexus Mod Manager is still maintained by the same developer with the help of the community and it is now called NMM Community Edition.
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Do you need a mod manager for Nexus Mods?

If you do not use a mod manager you have to manually download and save your files to your hard-drive and then either manually extract files in the proper game directories, or use a mod manager to load the files. NMM takes care of all of this in the background, which really speeds up the modding process.
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What replaced Nexus Mod Manager?

Vortex is the new, modern mod manager from Nexus Mods. It is designed to make modding your game as simple as possible for new users, while still providing enough control for more experienced veterans of the modding scene.
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Is vortex the same as Nexus Mod Manager?

Vortex is Nexus' current mod managing software; NMM was the manager before Vortex. It's no longer receiving official support or updates, but there's a pretty solid community of users out there, so it's not like it's dead in the water or anything.
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Beginners Guide to Vortex/Nexus Modding 2021

Is there an app for Nexus Mods?

The Datamodel of the Nexus Mods App can be thought of as an extension of lessons learned from the development of Nexus Collections and Wabbajack. Put simply, this app doesn't directly manipulate files while creating your modlist.
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Why is Nexus Mod Manager gone?

It's no longer supported by Nexus since they've gone over to Vortex but NMM is still being maintained by the community on GitHub. Just Google NMM and you'll find it.
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Why are modders leaving Nexus Mods?

As reported in PC Gamer, the move came as a protest against a new policy on the site that stops modders from deleting their mod files. The site plans to add a collections feature, which will let people assemble lists of compatible mods to download with a single click.
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Why is everyone leaving Nexus Mods?

Skyrim & Fallout Modders Are Quitting From Nexus Mods To Protest Controversial Changes.
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Is it safe to use nexus mod manager?

Run the installer program you just downloaded. If you get a warning about running the program from your operating system or anti-virus, you must allow the program to run. NMM is completely safe!
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Does nexus mod Manager cost money?

Basic membership is completely free and grants access to the following: Unlimited access to hundreds of thousands of user created mods. Unlimited storage and distribution for mods and images that you create.
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How safe is Nexus Mods?

Nexus is the place most gamers go to get mods. If the mods are downloaded through nexus mod manager, they are 100% safe. Nexus isn't going to allow some virus to load through their manager. The ones that are manual downloaded are like 90% safe.
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How does Vortex mod Manager work?

This mod manager automates the process of obtaining and installing modifications on a game, as well as preserving and storing your game's mods. It supports a wide variety of games, features an intuitive user interface, and is tightly linked with Nexus Mods, allowing for easy mod discovery, download, and installation.
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What's better than Nexus Mods?

What's better than Nexus Mods?
  • Mod DB. Free • Proprietary. Online. ...
  • Steam Workshop. Free • Proprietary. Modding App. ...
  • Schaken-Mods. Free • Proprietary. ...
  • CurseForge. Free • Proprietary. ...
  • Mod Organizer. Free • Open Source. ...
  • OpenIV. Free • Proprietary. ...
  • mod.io. Free • Proprietary. ...
  • r2modman. Free • Proprietary.
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Is Nexus Vortex safe?

Is Vortex exe safe? So yes, Vortex is a lot better than NMM, and for the most part, safe to use. Oh, it's also recommended to start using Vortex when you're modding from scratch, as the import from NMM/MO2 is known to be a bit iffy.
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Can you get banned on steam for using Nexus Mods?

You will not get banned for using mods.
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Can people see my Nexus Mods?

It is not possible to remove items from your download history. However, your download history is private and can only be viewed by you (as well as moderation staff).
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Did Vortex replace Nexus Mod Manager?

Vortex is now the primary mod manager of Nexus Mods, so we intend to provide support for our users.
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Is Vortex mod Manager safe?

It's completely safe. That's all I use for Fallout New Vegas.
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Has Nexus Mods been hacked?

In a security notice posted to their site today, Nexus Mods has disclosed that an unauthorized actor hacked their services on November 8th, 2019 through an exploit in their legacy codebase.
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Is Nexus Mod Manager free?

Nexus Mod Manager is a free mod manager for games.
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How do I download Nexus Mods to mod Manager?

Manual: Click the Manual Download button. A small window will open, where the download will either automatically start, you will be prompted with a donation request, or the required files will be listed. If it does not automatically start the download, simply click the Download button.
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How do I download Nexus Mods with mod Manager?

Installing Nexus Mod Manager
  1. Save the file to your hard-drive like you would any other file you download.
  2. Run the installer program you just downloaded. ...
  3. Select the language you would like the installation process to use. ...
  4. The installer wizard should pop up after you hit ok.
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