For music you got AAC, ALAC, E-AC3, MP3, M4A, FLAC, WAV and WMA. For videos and movies Plex can playback ASF, AVI, MP4, MPEGTS, MPEG, MKV, AVI, MOV, DIVX, and WMV. Plex Media Server supports all common media files.

Media playback on iOS and Android devices requires an in-app purchase to remove limitations, and Plex also offers a subscription that adds more features like Live TV and DVR recording. The Plex Media Server component is free, as well as the Plex player for Windows, macOS and streaming boxes. Streaming your own media using Plex is free on most devices. With the media server installed, you can then install the Plex app on virtually any device (phone, tablet, smart TV, streaming device, game console, PC, or any web browser) and stream and play all your media on those devices.

Cataloging, adding artwork and info is all automatic. Add media libraries by type of content and let Plex do the rest.

How do I get Plex to work?įirst, install the Plex Media Server on a computer (or compatible NAS device) where your media/movies are stored. If you are looking to set up your own personal media server to house your own stuff, there are a few more (simple!) steps to get up and running. From personal media on your own server, to free and on-demand Movies & Shows, live TV, podcasts, and web shows, to streaming music, you can enjoy it all in one app, on any device.įirst, if you are streaming only third-party content (Movies & Shows, live TV, podcasts, web shows, TIDAL music), then you are good to go as soon as you have an account, just install an app on your phone, Smart TV, computer, or simply open up our web app on your browser! Plex gives you one place to find and access all the media that matters to you.

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