KMPlayer is a media player developed by South Korea's PandoraTV, built to play a very wide range of video and audio formats with minimal setup thanks to its bundled codecs. It supports 3D and 4K video playback, on-screen playback controls and basic video effects, and is available as free desktop and mobile apps, with an ad-supported free tier and optional paid upgrades that remove ads and add extra features.
Why KMPlayer Handles Formats Other Players Struggle With
KMPlayer bundles a large set of internal codecs, so it can open many older or less common video and audio formats without needing a separate codec pack installed. It also includes built-in 3D and 4K support along with on-the-fly playback adjustments like speed and audio sync, which made it popular for playing files downloaded from varied sources.
KMPlayer Features
- Wide Format Support — plays most common and many uncommon video/audio formats using built-in codecs
- 3D & 4K Video Playback — supports high-resolution and stereoscopic 3D content out of the box
- Audio/Video Sync Adjustment — corrects out-of-sync subtitles or audio during playback
- Playback Speed Control — speeds up or slows down video without pitch distortion
- Screen Capture — grabs still frames or clips directly from the video being played
- Subtitle Support — loads and adjusts external subtitle files with timing and style controls
- Mobile Apps — free Android and iOS versions for on-device video playback
How to Install KMPlayer on Windows
- Open the official download page using the button on this page to get the installer from kmplayer.com.
- Download the Windows installer for the free version.
- Run the installer and watch for optional bundled offers during setup, unchecking any you don't want.
- Launch KMPlayer and, if asked, choose which file types to associate with it.
- Open a video file to start playback immediately, without installing separate codecs.
Is KMPlayer really free?
Freemium. KMPlayer's desktop and mobile apps are free to use with ads. Paid upgrades are available to remove ads and unlock extra features.
How to download KMPlayer safely
Use the request button on this page and we will email you the current link for www.kmplayer.com — the publisher's own website — so you receive the authentic build. We do not host, mirror, patch or repackage this software in any way.
Avoid third-party "download manager" sites offering KMPlayer. They commonly wrap the genuine installer in their own bundler, which is how adware and browser hijackers get onto a machine that the user believed was clean.
Alternatives to KMPlayer
Other free media players software worth comparing before you decide:
VLC Media Player
A free, open-source player that plays virtually any format with no codecs needed.
PotPlayer
A free, feature-dense media player popular for its extensive filter and rendering options.
GOM Player
A free player with broken-file playback and a codec finder feature.
Frequently asked questions
Is KMPlayer free to use?
Yes, the core desktop and mobile apps are free, supported by ads; paid versions remove ads and add extra features.
Does KMPlayer need separate codec packs installed?
No, it bundles a wide range of codecs internally so it can play most formats without extra downloads.
Can KMPlayer play 4K video?
Yes, it supports 4K and 3D video playback where your hardware can handle it.
Is KMPlayer available on mobile?
Yes, PandoraTV offers free KMPlayer apps for both Android and iOS.
Is KMPlayer safe to download?
It is legitimate software, but as with many free Windows utilities you should download only from the official kmplayer.com site and watch for optional bundled offers during install.
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