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Metric	Native HLS Playback	M3U8 Player
User count	200,000	3,000
Average rating	4.35	5.00
Rating count	245	16
Last updated	2025-08-16	2025-07-06
Size	1.21 MB	0.96 MB
Version	1.6.10	1.1.0

Short description	Play HLS (m3u8) streams natively in Chrome via hls.js. Click the icon to play embedded videos, enable debug, subtitles, and switch player versions.	Enjoy smooth playback of M3U8 and HLS streams with M3U8 Player Chrome extension. Fast, easy, and reliable media streaming directly in your browser.
Full summary	Native HLS Playback is a lightweight Chrome extension that wraps the hls.js library to let your browser play HLS (m3u8) streams natively. Click the extension icon to play any m3u8 URL embedded as an HTML video element on the current page, or use the quick command: type "m3u8" then Tab then your URL to open a stream directly in the extension. Features include toggling the URL catcher, enabling hls.js debug mode, switching between hls.js 0.14.x and 1.6.x (default is 1.6.10), subtitle support, zoom vs native video sizing, and timed metadata output to the console — ideal for developers, stream testers, and power users who need reliable HLS playback and debugging tools.	M3U8 Player is a lightweight and versatile Chrome extension designed to transform your browser into a powerful media player capable of handling M3U8 files and HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) content effortlessly. With universal compatibility, smart detection technology, and instant playback, the extension provides a seamless streaming experience without the need for complex software. Perfect for developers, content creators, students, and professionals, M3U8 Player supports multiple playlist formats and offers advanced features like adaptive bitrate playback and cross-platform compatibility. Its intuitive, user-friendly design allows instant streaming with one click, making it an ideal tool for testing, business presentations, or casual video consumption. Download M3U8 Player to enjoy global accessibility, smooth streaming, and professional-grade media handling right from your Chrome browser.