Question 1

Is MX Player free to download?

Accepted Answer

Yes, MX Player is free to download and use, with a listed price of $0.00. The app does include ads and offers in-app purchases, but the core video player functionality is available at no cost.

Question 2

What Android version do I need to run MX Player?

Accepted Answer

MX Player requires Android 7.0 or higher. The current version is 3.4.3, released on 2026-11-06, and the app has been available since 2011.

Question 3

Do I need to create an account to use MX Player?

Accepted Answer

No, you can use the app without an account for playback and most features. A phone number autofill option exists only during sign-up or login, and that permission is limited to users in India.

Question 4

What permissions does MX Player request?

Accepted Answer

The app asks for storage and all-files access to find and play media and subtitles. Additional permissions like camera, location, and nearby-device access are only needed for the file transfer feature, and you can deny them and still use the rest of the app. Optional permissions include notifications, display over other apps for picture-in-picture, and phone number autofill in India.

Question 5

How do I update MX Player to the latest version?

Accepted Answer

To update, download the newest version from this page. The latest release is version 3.4.3 from 2026-11-06, and the page lists prior versions such as 3.3.1 and 1.28.7 for reference.

Question 6

What subtitle formats does MX Player support?

Accepted Answer

MX Player supports a wide range of subtitle formats, including SubRip (.srt), SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.ass), SAMI (.smi), MicroDVD (.sub), VobSub (.sub/.idx), WebVTT (.vtt), and several others like DVD, DVB, Teletext, and PJS.

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