Device guide · Computer (browser)

How to Play M3U Playlists Online in Your Browser (Windows & Mac)

The quickest way to watch an M3U playlist on a computer is in the browser. Doubo’s web player needs no install and no account.

Windows is available from Microsoft Store or as a portable ZIP. Android phones and tablets are available on Google Play and as a signed APK. iPhone, iPad and Mac are TestFlight betas; request an invitation through Discord. Android TV is not released. Features differ by platform and build.

What you need

  • Chrome, Edge, Safari or Firefox on Windows, macOS or Linux
  • Optional: your own M3U / M3U8 playlist link or file

Steps

  1. Open the web player

    Go to doubo.tv/web. A wall of free live channels loads right away, with silent previews.

  2. Pick a channel

    Filter by country or category, or search by name. Click a tile to watch with sound; the other previews stop.

  3. Add your own playlist

    Click Add playlist and paste a link, import a file or paste the playlist text. It is saved in your browser only.

  4. Full screen and Picture in Picture

    Press F for full screen or P for Picture in Picture, and use ↑ ↓ to change channels.

Try it in your browser first

Open the free web player and import a playlist link or file. CORS, HTTPS, codec, regional and provider restrictions can prevent playback; native apps also remain subject to source restrictions.

Open the web player

Need a playlist?

Doubo’s free channel directory lists channels that broadcasters make publicly available, as M3U links you can paste into any player.

Browse free channels

Questions

Is it free?

Yes. The web player is free and needs no account.

Can I use VLC instead?

Of course. See the VLC guide for Windows and Mac.

Get it from Microsoft Store Windows portable ZIP Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play Android APK See the roadmap
Join Discord for beta buildsTestFlight (iPhone, iPad, Mac) and the Android APK. Try new features first

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