Are files uploaded for this tool?

This browser tool processes the selected media locally on this device. The file is not uploaded to ArtPlayer servers for this workflow.

Will the export have a watermark?

No. ArtPlayer browser tools do not add watermarks to exported files.

Why can processing take time?

The work runs in your browser, so speed depends on your device, browser, memory, source size, and the export settings needed for the result.

Which browsers work best?

Recent Chrome, Edge, and other modern Chromium browsers usually work best for heavier browser media processing.

What should I try if a large file fails?

Try a smaller source, close other heavy tabs, reduce resolution or duration first, and keep the tab open until the export finishes.

Does the downloader re-encode the video?

No. It preserves the original HLS playlists and media resources instead of converting them to MP4.

What files are saved?

The package includes master.m3u8, the selected rendition playlist, media segments, init files, and supported AES-128 key files.

Why does it save a folder instead of one file?

HLS is a playlist-based format. The playlist references separate segments, so a folder keeps the package playable without creating a ZIP in memory.

Does it support live streams or DRM?

Not yet. The downloader supports accessible finished VOD playlists, clear HLS, and AES-128 encryption; it does not bypass DRM or private access controls.

Browser HLS utility

M3U8 Downloader

Original HLSLocal onlyFolder package

Download an accessible VOD M3U8 playlist as an original HLS folder package without re-encoding.

Enter a remote M3U8 URL

M3U8 URL

Output folder

Video quality

Select

Playlist type

Renditions

Output

HLS

How it works

Three steps to finish the browser workflow.

1
M3U8 URL
Use an accessible VOD playlist. Live, DRM, and private streams are not supported.
2
Video quality
Choose a preferred video quality.
3
Choose output folder
Choose a local folder for the playlist and media files.
4
Download original HLS
Fetch the original resources and write the HLS package.

Everything you need

Core details about privacy, browser support, output, and practical limits before you start.

No re-encoding

Playlists, segments, init files, and supported AES-128 keys are saved in their original form.

Browser-local output

The package is written to your selected folder through the browser File System Access API.

Ready-to-play package

Open master.m3u8 with a compatible player after the download finishes.

Input, output and limits

Check supported inputs, output formats and usage requirements before you start.

Supported input	An accessible M3U8 playlist for a complete video on demand (VOD), together with its media resources.
Output result	An HLS folder containing playlists and media segments, saved to a directory you choose.
Processing and privacy	Media is fetched from the playlist sources, with a proxy when needed. Assembly and saving run in the browser.
Browser requirements	Saving to a folder requires File System Access support and your permission. Local HLS preview also requires compatible media playback.
Usage limits	Accessible VOD resources are required. Live streams and DRM bypass are unsupported; source access and browser storage can limit saving.
Does it support live streams or DRM?	Not yet. The downloader supports accessible finished VOD playlists, clear HLS, and AES-128 encryption; it does not bypass DRM or private access controls.