Native MPEG-Dash + HLS Playback

Allow the browser to play HLS (m3u8) or MPEG-Dash (mpd) video urls 'natively'

Native MPEG-Dash & HLS Video Playback for Chrome

"Native MPEG-Dash + HLS Playback" is a Chrome extension that enables users to play streaming video content using HLS (.m3u8) or MPEG-DASH (.mpd) formats directly in the browser. By intercepting requests for these files, the extension opens them in a new tab using hls.js and dashjs players, providing seamless video playback without the need for third-party software or services. It simplifies the user experience by negating default browser prompts to download such files, enhancing native browser capabilities.

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Extension stats

By: https://cavar.net

Users: 60,000+

-10,000

Rating: 4.31

(51)

Version: 5.0.7 (Last updated: 2024-05-07)

Creation date: 2019-07-04

Permissions:

tabs
storage
contextMenus
declarativeNetRequest

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size: 819.20K

Email: wi*****@gmail.com

URLs: Website

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 3,388 ▼ 231

Other rankings

#6518 in Developer Tools ▲ 86 #197 in video player keyword 29 ▼ 23 #294 in player keyword 35 ▼ 27

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Native MPEG-Dash + HLS Playback (v5.0.7)

5,370+ 4.00

(21)

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Supports both HLS and MPEG-Dash playback
Custom playback speed feature
User-friendly and easy to use
Works reliably for many users
Good integration with Chrome

Cons

Lacks option to choose multiple audio streams
No automatic updates for JS files
Issues with adding playlists
Problems with loading local assets
Confusing privacy policy page on launch

Most mentioned

Need for audio stream selection
Desire for playlist functionality
Request for automatic updates
Playing local assets
Privacy policy notifications at launch

User reviews

So whats up with the bitcoin QR codes listed as an asset?

Ray Balhorn, 2024-09-18

Hope to play more online audio and video. http://playerservices.streamtheworld.com/api/livestream-redirect/CAPITAL958FMAAC.aac

Jianting Xu, 2024-03-28

Where do I see the supported video and audio codecs ?

saravanan c, 2024-03-21

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Native MPEG-Dash + HLS Playback requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Native MPEG-Dash + HLS Playback. Use it at your own risk.

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