VLC

Updated: August 03, 2026

Installation

VLC (or VLC media player) is a free, open-source, cross-platform media player. It is widely regarded as one of the most versatile media players available, capable of playing virtually any audio or video format without requiring additional codecs.


  • Open the Google Play Store
  • Search for "VLC".
  • Install the application on your device.


  • Launch the application.
  • On the Browsing tab, open "Streams".
  • If you want to open a playlist from a file, select "Internal Memory" and browse to the playlist file you downloaded earlier.


  • Enter the playlist URL in the "Enter network address" field.
  • Click OK.

Note:
To get your playlist link or playlist file, go to the My Devices section and click "Download" next to your device:

  • Select your device type.
  • Choose M3U or M3U8.
  • Under "Direct Links (http and https), either and copy the playlist link, or click "Download File", depending on your preferred playlist format.
Frequently asked questions

Playlist Won't Load:

  • Make sure the playlist link is correct.
  • Try using both HTTP and HTTPS playlist links.
  • Run the server selection tool, switch to the recommended server, and restart the application after 10 minutes.

Video Buffering:

  • Run the server selection tool, switch to the recommended server, and restart the application after 10 minutes.

Still need help?

Write to us — we’ll help you work it out.