Open with VLC

Open websites with VLC. This extension is not affiliated or endorsed by the VLC team or the VideoLAN organization.
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Open with VLC is a handy Chrome extension that allows users to open web media links directly in the VLC Media Player. By integrating with the vlc:// protocol handler, users can right-click on links, iframes, and audio or video elements on websites and select "Open with VLC" to smoothly launch the media in VLC. This extension is meant to be used alongside VLC playlist parsers for optimal functionality.

Please note, Open with VLC is not affiliated with or endorsed by the official VLC team or the VideoLAN organization. It requires installing the vlc:// protocol handler separately and is designed for users familiar with VLC and its playlist capabilities. The source code is open and available for review on GitHub, ensuring transparency and potential for customization.

Manifest V3 Video Productivity Utilities
By:
Stefan
Users:
10,000+
Rating:
3.75
(8)
Version:
1.5.2 Last updated: 2024-10-23
Creation date:
2018-05-25
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Very low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • scripting
  • contextMenus
  • storage
Size:
10.15K
Email:
st*****@gmail.com
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Chrome Web Store
Updated:
20 hours ago

Ranking

# 8,970 ▲ 541
Other rankings
#1575 in Just for Fun ▼ 3 #185 in organization keyword 5 ▲ 2 #260 in playlist keyword 16 ▼ 2

User reviews

excuse me? why is the web page blank. show me how
by Stephanie Hettich, 2025-01-10
"Open with VLC" is a poor choice of title. I want to open an AVI file, nothing to do with a web page.
by Lennard Kowalik (Len), 2024-08-25
Good extension, doesn't ask for unnecessary permissions
by Matheus Batista, 2024-06-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Open with VLC requires a few sensitive permissions. 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.
Risk likelihood

Open with VLC has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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