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Play any video on a Chromebook

ChromeOS plays common formats only.

Updated 2026-11-11

Play it free with PlayAnyVideo

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    Open the PlayAnyVideo web player in Chrome and drop the file in.

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    Install it as an app from the address bar for quick access.

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    Open the PlayAnyVideo player in your browser — nothing to install — and drop the file in. Files never leave your device.

FAQ

Is it really free?

Yes. PlayAnyVideo has no ads, no paid codecs and no locked features.

Is my Play any video on a Chromebook file uploaded anywhere?

No. Playback happens on your own device; local files are never sent to a server.

Do I need a codec pack?

No. Codec packs can break other players and often bundle adware. PlayAnyVideo brings its own decoders.

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