IINA
A modern media player designed specifically for macOS.
Free alternative to QuickTime · Elmedia Player
Screenshot from the project’s own README · tap to enlarge
IINA is a native video and audio player built on top of mpv for macOS. It supports subtitles, playlists, picture-in-picture, trackpad gestures, and modern Mac interface elements like the Touch Bar.
✓ Good for
Mac users who want a sleek, powerful video player.✕ Skip it if
Anyone using Windows, Linux, or mobile devices.How to start
- Download the installer from iina.io.
- Drag IINA into your Applications folder.
- Open any video or audio file with IINA.
Only runs on macOS (requires macOS 11.0 or later).
Not sure how to install, or if it’s safe? Read the beginner guide
FAQ
Is IINA free?
Yes, IINA is completely free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0 license, with no hidden fees or subscriptions.
Is IINA safe to download?
It is open source (GPL-3.0 license) with 47,115 GitHub stars, last updated 2026-11-14. Download only from the official link on this page, and scan the file before installing: see the safety checklist in our beginner guide.
Can IINA run on Windows or Linux?
No, IINA is built specifically for macOS (macOS 11.0 or later) and cannot run on Windows, Linux, or mobile devices.
Compiled from the project README. 47,115 GitHub stars (2026-11-13) · License GPL-3.0 · Last update 2026-11-14