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VLC media player runs on virtually every operating system in use today, from desktop computers to mobile devices and set-top boxes. Choose your platform above to get the correct build for your system, whether you need a 32-bit or 64-bit installer, a portable version that runs without installation, or a package built for your Linux distribution's package manager.
Every official VLC build is provided completely free of charge, with no trial period, no subscription and no in-app purchases required to unlock any feature. The installer is lightweight and typically completes in under a minute on a modern connection, and VLC will immediately recognize and play back almost any video or audio file already stored on your device.
For advanced users, VLC also offers command-line tools, a portable edition for USB drives, and nightly builds that include the newest features before they reach the stable release channel. Whichever version you choose, updates remain free forever and can be installed directly from within the application whenever a new release becomes available.
VLC runs comfortably on modest hardware: a dual-core processor and 1 GB of RAM are enough for smooth playback of standard-definition video, while a discrete graphics card is recommended if you plan to watch 4K or high-frame-rate content using hardware acceleration.