# ServeStream

> Open source HTTP streaming media player and media server browser.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sourceforge.servestream](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sourceforge.servestream)

## Overview

- **ID:** `net.sourceforge.servestream`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** William Seemann
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 323,175
- **Rating:** 4.26 / 5 (3,776 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.7.3
- **Last updated:** 2016-09-02
- **First published:** 2010-12-11
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.sourceforge.servestream)
- **Website:** [http://sourceforge.net/projects/servestream/](http://sourceforge.net/projects/servestream/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://github.com/wseemann/ServeStream/wiki/Privacy-Policy](https://github.com/wseemann/ServeStream/wiki/Privacy-Policy)

## Description

ServeStream is a versatile open source HTTP streaming media player and media server browser designed to support a wide range of audio formats and streaming protocols. It allows users to stream media via http, https, mms, mmsh, and file protocols, supporting audio formats including mp3, mp4, m4a, ogg, wav, and more. The extension also handles various playlist formats such as m3u, pls, asx, and xspf.

With features like multitasking with background audio playback, repeat and shuffle modes, alarm clock support, home screen widgets, and shortcut integration, ServeStream offers a comprehensive media streaming experience. Its HTML parsing capability enables navigation through HTTP media servers serving HTML pages. Ideal for those looking to browse and play custom online radio and SHOUTcast streams, ServeStream emphasizes community-driven development and actively encourages user feedback via its GitHub repository.

## Rankings

- #125,830 — Overall

## Review summary

Users value ServeStream for its minimalist, open-source, ad-free design and the ability to stream direct URLs (including credentials) while saving favorites. However, multiple reviews note a lack of updates leading to compatibility problems on newer Android versions, frequent connection drops, and unreliable playback. Metadata display is also inconsistent, with some streams not showing correct track info. Overall, it’s a lightweight, focused streaming client that shines when streams are supported by sources but suffers from maintenance and reliability issues.

### Pros

- Simple, clean, and lightweight interface that's easy to use.
- Open-source, ad-free, and minimalist design.
- Supports streaming direct URLs (including credentials) and lets you save favorite streams for quick access.

### Cons

- Outdated and not maintained, with compatibility issues on newer Android versions.
- Streams frequently drop or fail to reconnect, reducing reliability.
- Metadata handling is inconsistent, with missing or incorrect track information.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sourceforge.servestream)