Download VLC Media Player
Get VLC Media Player free for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. Choose your platform below — every link goes to VideoLAN's official, verified files.
Choose your platform
VLC 3.0.23 is the current stable release. Select your device to get it.
VLC for Windows
Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, 10 and 11 · 32-bit & 64-bit
~42 MB DownloadVLC for macOS
macOS 10.10 Yosemite or newer · Apple Silicon & Intel
~55 MB DownloadVLC for Linux
Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch, Mint and more
Varies by distribution DownloadVLC for Android
Android 5.0 and newer · phones, tablets, Android TV
~45 MB Get itVLC for iOS & iPadOS
iOS / iPadOS 11 or newer · iPhone and iPad
~90 MB Get itOfficial, verified files. Every button here links to VideoLAN's own download servers. You always get the genuine VLC installer — never a repackaged, ad-bundled or modified copy.
Which VLC download do I need?
There is one current version of VLC — the stable release 3.0.23 — and the only choice that matters is the build for your operating system. VLC automatically offers the right file when you pick a platform, so most people never have to think about it. The table below summarises what each download contains.
| Platform | Supported versions | File type | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, 10 and 11 · 32-bit & 64-bit | .exe installer | ~42 MB |
| macOS | macOS 10.10 Yosemite or newer · Apple Silicon & Intel | .dmg disk image | ~55 MB |
| Linux | Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch, Mint and more | Package · Flatpak · Snap | Varies by distribution |
| Android | Android 5.0 and newer · phones, tablets, Android TV | Google Play · APK | ~45 MB |
| iOS & iPadOS | iOS / iPadOS 11 or newer · iPhone and iPad | App Store | ~90 MB |
On Windows, choose the 64-bit build for any modern PC. On Mac, a single universal build runs natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel. On Linux, install VLC through your distribution's package manager, Flatpak or Snap.
How to install VLC Media Player
From download to playback in about two minutes.
- Choose your operating system. Pick Windows, macOS, Linux, Android or iOS from the platform list so you get the correct build.
- Download the official file. Select the download button. It opens VideoLAN’s official servers and the right installer for your device begins downloading.
- Run the installer. Open the downloaded file and follow the prompts, or install VLC from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on mobile.
- Open a file and press play. Launch VLC, drag in any video or audio file, and playback starts immediately — no extra codecs to install.
Need platform-specific help? See the detailed guides for Windows, Mac and Linux, or read the full guide to using VLC.
Is it safe to download VLC here?
Yes. VLC is genuinely safe software — it carries no advertising, no bundled extras and no spyware, and VideoLAN has publicly refused advertising revenue to keep it that way. The only real danger when downloading VLC is getting it from the wrong place: a number of look-alike sites wrap the VLC installer in adware or unwanted software.
To keep you safe, every download button on this site points straight at VideoLAN's official servers, so the file you receive is the authentic, unmodified installer. For extra peace of mind you can always compare against the project's own page at videolan.org.
What's in VLC 3.0.23
VLC 3.0.23 is the current stable release of the player and the version every download on this page provides. It includes the full set of built-in codecs, so it plays virtually any video or audio file the moment it is installed — MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, MP3, FLAC and far more — with no separate codec packs.
Like every release, it is free and open source under the GPLv2-or-later licence, contains no advertising or tracking, and runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. See the complete list of formats VLC supports or learn what VLC Media Player is and who builds it.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about downloading and installing VLC.
How do I download VLC Media Player?
Choose your operating system from the platform list on this page — Windows, macOS, Linux, Android or iOS. The download button opens VideoLAN’s official servers and fetches the correct installer for your device. Save the file, run it, and follow the short setup prompts. On phones and tablets you install VLC straight from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store instead.
Is VLC free to download?
Yes. VLC Media Player is completely free, with no trial, no paid upgrade and no in-app purchases. It is built by VideoLAN, a non-profit funded by donations, and released as open-source software under the GPLv2-or-later licence. You can download and install it on as many devices as you like at no cost.
Is it safe to download VLC?
VLC itself is safe: it contains no ads, no bundled toolbars and no spyware. The risk is unofficial copies — some sites repackage VLC with adware. Every download button on this page links directly to VideoLAN’s official, verified files, so you always receive the genuine, unmodified installer.
Which VLC version should I download?
Download the latest stable release, currently version 3.0.23, for your operating system. On Windows, 64-bit is recommended for modern PCs; a 32-bit build exists for older systems. On Mac, one universal build covers both Apple Silicon and Intel. On Linux, install through your distribution’s package manager.
Do I need to download codecs separately?
No. VLC includes all the codecs it needs built directly into the player. Unlike some media players, you never have to hunt down or install separate codec packs. Once VLC is installed it can play MP4, MKV, AVI, MP3, FLAC and hundreds of other formats straight away.
How big is the VLC download?
The VLC installer is small. The Windows build is around 42 MB, the macOS disk image is roughly 55 MB, and mobile apps are similar in size. On Linux the download size depends on your distribution’s package. VLC is lightweight and runs comfortably on older and low-spec hardware.