▶Online M3U8 Player

Simple, free, and powerful MP4/HLS/M3U8 web player with cross-platform support, subtitle mounting, and adaptive bitrate.

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Completely Free

No registration, no payment, ready to use

Play Instantly

No software download required, play directly in browser

Wide Compatibility

Supports various M3U8/HLS live streams and VOD formats

Frequently Asked Questions About M3U8 Player

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What is M3U8 format?

M3U8 is an HTTP-based streaming protocol, a playlist file format for HLS (HTTP Live Streaming). It is widely used for video live streaming and VOD services, supporting adaptive bitrate streaming.

What formats does the player support?

In addition to M3U8/HLS format, the player also supports common video formats like MP4, WebM, OGG, etc. For M3U8 format, it supports multiple variants including master playlists and media playlists.

Why can't the video play?

Common reasons include: 1) Invalid or expired URL; 2) Cross-origin (CORS) restrictions; 3) Unsupported video encoding format; 4) Network connection issues. Please check the browser console for error messages, or try testing with other M3U8 links.

Do I need to install any software?

No! M3U8 Player runs entirely in the browser, no software, plugins, or extensions to download or install. All you need is a modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).

Is the player free?

Yes, M3U8 Player is completely free to use, with no hidden fees, usage limits, or feature restrictions. We maintain the service through non-intrusive advertisements.

How to embed the player on my website?

We provide embed codes and APIs that allow you to easily integrate the M3U8 player into your own website. Please use the "Generate Embed Code" feature on the homepage to get the iframe code.