By Nabamita Sinha
Loot in Path of Exile 2 drops fast, in massive quantities, and will overwhelm new players and veterans alike. A good loot filter isn’t optional — it’s essential.
And in PoE2, the NeverSink’s official community filter remains the gold standard.
This guide is the most complete, up-to-date and step-by-step walkthrough for installing, using, syncing, customizing, and troubleshooting the NeverSink poe2 Filter on:
- Windows (local PC method)
- PoE Cloud Sync (Automatic cross-device)
- Android ( manual + cloud-based options)
This is an article to help both new and veteran exiles understand exactly how to set up NeverSink correctly, including strictness levels, customization, and fixing common errors.
What is the NeverSink PoE2 Loot Filter and Why Use It?
NeverSink’s loot filter is the most popular filter for the Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2 communities. Maintained since 2014, it:
- Highlights good drops
- Hides junk
- Adds sounds to valuable items
- Auto-updates with league changes
- Offers multiple strictness levels
- Includes maps, currency, rares, uniques, crafting items & more
- Works on PC, cloud, Steam Deck, Android, and Nvidia GeForce
Now, Why it’s considered the best:
- Act progression optimized (shows more items early-game, less later)
- Vendor recipe helpers
- Smart value detection (currency tiers, fracture items, influenced items)
- Highly customizable via FilterBlade
- Built for competitive end-game mapping
Simply put:
If you’re a serious player of PoE2, use NeverSink.
Choose & Download the Right NeverSink Filter
NeverSink provides multiple strictness tiers:
1. Regular
Best for new players. Shows most useful rares and crafting bases.
2. Semi-Strict
Good balance, Hides more clutter mid-game.
3. Strict
The recommended default for most players in maps.
4. Very Strict
For end-game grinders. Hides almost everything but valuable drops.
5. Uber Strict
For only first class mapping/racing.
6. Custom Strictness – FilterBlade
Lets you build your own hybrid version.
7. Where to download
You can get NeverSink from:
- FilterBlade.com (official site)
- PoE2 in-game cloud sync (recommended)
- Manual .filter file download
How to Install NeverSink Poe2 Filter on Windows / Local PC?
There are two ways to install NeverSink locally:
Method 1 — Cloud Sync
This will automatically deliver the filter to every device you log in on.
Steps:
- Go to FilterBlade.com → Login
- Log in with your Path of Exile account
- Select your filter strictness
- Click “Sync to PoE2 Cloud”
- Open PoE2 → Settings → Game → Loot Filter
- Select your synced filter from the dropdown
Method 2 — Manual Installation (Local File)
If you prefer local files: Path to install:
1. Login to FilterBlade.com
2. Log in to your PoE account
3. Choose a filter
4. Click Sync to Cloud
5. Open PoE2 on any device
6. Your filter automatically shows up in the list
Customize the Filter (FilterBlade Guide)
NeverSink’s FilterBlade is the most advanced filter editing tool. You can customize:
- Strictness according to the item tier
- Colors for currency/rares
- Sound alerts & volumes
- Class-specific base types
- Hide/show crafting bases
- Scaling end-game strictness
- Heist/Delve/Atlas (PoE1), Tags (PoE2)
- Custom rules for your build
Steps for Customization:
- Go to FilterBlade.com
- At the top, select PoE2
- Choose your strictness
- Go to Customize tab
- Visual rule editing
- Sync or download the filter
- No coding is required, since the interface is purely visual.
Best Practices, Expert Tips & Safety
When it comes to best practices of adding Neversink poe2 filter then here are a few expert advice and tips that you can follow.
- Always update filters every league start.
- Use Regular/Semi-Strict during acts; change to Strict in maps.
- Never edit the filter in Notepad, unless you know about block rules.
- Do not download filters from unknown sources – they may hide valuable drops.
- For loot explosions, use Very Strict or Uber Strict.
- Always re-sync after major patches (currency tiers change).
- Keep a backup of your custom filter.
Troubleshooting — Step-by-Step Fixes
Here are the best troubleshooting steps that you can follow if you are adding a Neversink Poe2 filter in Path of Exile 2.
1. Filter not showing in PoE2
- Restart game
- Check filter folder
- Check cloud sync
- Verify file extension
- No special characters in the filename
2. Android filter not appearing
- Check correct folder
- Enable file-use permissions
- That the game has access to storage
- Restart the PoE2 app
- Re-syc from FilterBlade
3. Wrong strictness loaded
- Delete old versions of filters
- Re-select the correct strictness from in-game dropdown
4. Audio alerts are not playing
- Make sure your filter version supports sound
- Check device volume and in-game sound settings
- Increase trust in yourself by becoming prepared for everything.
FAQ
Here are a few questions and queries on the topic of neversink poe2 filter that others have asked and you might feel helpful at the same time.
1. How do I change strictness levels in-game?
Open: Settings → Game → Loot Filter → Choose a strictness level
2. Can I use sound alerts on Android/cloud?
Yes — cloud-synced filters retain all alert sounds.
3. Is account sync safe and how does it work?
Yes, you log in directly via OAuth to Grinding Gear Games. FilterBlade never receives your password. The metropolitan region is home to the most valuable concentration of modern and contemporary American art in the world, with more than 1,700 masterpieces.
4. Will NeverSink give me an advantage in ranked play?
No raw power advantage, but improved visibility helps farming efficiency. (Contacting each bidder with detailed market data on each stock is, of course, much too expensive.
5. How often should I change the filter?
Ideally every league patch and every major content update.
6. Can I customize rules for my build?
Yes – FilterBlade allows for full control of base types and class items.
7. Where can I report bugs or request changes?
On the NeverSink Discord, filter forums, or GitHub.
Adding NeverSink Poe2 Filter
Using the NeverSink PoE2 Loot Filter makes your PoE2 experience dramatically better: less screen clutter, faster progression, safer gameplay, and more efficient loot processing.
With cloud sync, Android compatibility, and deep customization from FilterBlade, managing your loot is easier than ever.
Whether you are levelling your first character through the acts or min-maxing an end-game build, NeverSink’s filter remains the fastest, safest, and most advanced tool for managing PoE2’s massive item drop system.
By following this walkthrough step by step, your filter will always work as intended — regardless of device, level of strictness, or playstyle.
