VideoPlayer MPD/M3U8/M3U/EPG

Name: VideoPlayer MPD/M3U8/M3U/EPG
Rating: 4.330882352941177 (136 reviews)
Author: Sh4rkill3r

Native video player for videos or livestreams in DASH (mpd), HLS (m3u8) format and M3U list with EPG support.

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VideoPlayer MPD/M3U8/M3U/EPG is a powerful Chrome extension designed to natively play videos and livestreams in DASH (.mpd) and HLS (.m3u8) formats. It supports live and on-demand streaming, as well as M3U playlists with integrated EPG (Electronic Program Guide) and channel selection.

Key features include audio/video track selection, subtitle support, customizable playback speed, and robust DRM compatibility including Widevine, Fairplay, and Clearkey. Users can customize playlists, titles, images, and headers through URL parameters for a personalized viewing experience. The player activates automatically upon accessing supported video or playlist URLs, with an optional toggle for automatic playback via the extension icon.

For advanced usage and settings, a comprehensive wiki is available to guide users through customization. Free test samples for HLS live streams, DASH live streams, and even 4K DASH videos are provided to demonstrate the extension's versatile capabilities.

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By:

Sh4rkill3r

Users:

300,000

Rating:

4.33

(136)

Version:

8.27.1.40205 Last updated: 2024-02-05

Creation date:

2022-12-09

Risk:

Permissions:

declarativeNetRequest
storage

Host permissions:

*://*/*.m3u*
*://*/*.mpd*
file:///*/*.m3u

Size:

2.41MB

Email:

sh*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Data ingested on:

2025-07-11

Ranking

# 887 ▲ 24

Other rankings

#47 in Tools #38 in video player keyword 37 ▲ 9 #161 in player keyword 44 ▼ 7 #242 in come keyword 38 ▲ 28 #275 in playlist keyword 17 ▲ 18

User reviews

Users find this Chrome extension valuable for playing various streaming formats and appreciate its DRM support and free availability. However, multiple reviews highlight compatibility problems on some websites and browsers, freezing issues during playback, and missing features like dark mode and Chromecast streaming. Many users request versions for Android and Firefox, indicating limited cross-platform support. Additionally, the lack of clear usage instructions and adequate configuration information causes confusion among users.

Pros

Supports multiple streaming formats like MPD, M3U8, M3U, and EPG, useful for local and online video streams.
User-friendly for playlist formatting and stream testing.
DRM support available, which is appreciated by users.
Available for free, which users find valuable.
Functionality is generally good on Chrome browser.

Cons

Compatibility issues with certain streaming websites and browsers like Brave.
Problems with video freezing, especially when adjusting volume or using fullscreen mode.
Lacks features like themes (e.g., dark mode) and Chromecast support.
No support for Android, mobile browsers (like Kiwi), or Firefox, limiting cross-platform usability.
Documentation and instructions are insufficient or missing, leading to user confusion.

Recent reviews

Everything about this extension is great—clean interface and convenient features. However, it unfortunately lacks support for the AC3 audio codec. While it's understandable that AC3 isn't supported in standard Google Chrome, browsers like Edge, Opera, and Thorium (all Chromium-based) do support this codec natively. Other similar extensions from the Chrome Web Store, such as Native HLS, can handle HLS streams with AC3 audio just fine in these browsers. That’s because the codec support is already built into the browser itself. Your extension is better designed and more user-friendly overall, but the lack of AC3 support significantly limits its usefulness—especially when alternative extensions already offer full compatibility for this type of content. I hope this issue can be addressed in future updates.

Se*****, 2025-06-27

can you make it support AC-3 (Dolby Digital) sound? and add some themes, like dark mode?

Mu*****, 2025-06-16

how to use???

BB*****, 2025-06-03

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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VideoPlayer MPD/M3U8/M3U/EPG requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.

Risk likelihood

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VideoPlayer MPD/M3U8/M3U/EPG has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

Medium This extension has medium user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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