Xbyvideohub
BoxPlayer: a cross-platform desktop app for cloud drives and media playback.
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Installer for Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) Macs (.dmg)
Other downloads (3)
Getting a "can't verify the developer" warning?
If you see a warning on first launch, go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click "Open Anyway". Open source software usually isn't signed with an Apple developer certificate, which is normal.
Clicking "Download" takes you to a source confirmation page first; the download starts after confirmation.
About Xbyvideohub
BoxPlayer is an open-source cross-platform desktop application built on Electron, integrating multi-cloud file management, a media library, a media server client, video playback, music playback, e-book reading, and an AI assistant into one unified tool. It supports AliyunDrive, BaiduNetdisk, 123Pan, 115, Quark, PikPak, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, China Mobile Cloud Drive, Tianyi Cloud Drive, and more, and can connect to media sources such as Jellyfin, Emby, Plex, and WebDAV/AList. The built-in player supports HLS/DASH, external subtitles, online subtitles, and danmaku comments. It also integrates aria2 downloading, a music player with particle visualizations, an e-book reader, and an AI workbench. Core features are free, with an optional Pro subscription for AI services. It is ideal for users who want to centrally manage their personal cloud storage and media assets.
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Risk notice
Using this app requires granting access to third-party cloud drive accounts, so assess the account security risk yourself. On macOS, the first launch may be blocked by Gatekeeper and require a manual override. Some features rely on third-party services (subtitles, danmaku, AI, etc.) and may stop working if those services change. Pro features are paid subscription.
Who it's for
- Users with multiple cloud drive accounts who want a unified file management interface
- Media enthusiasts who use Jellyfin, Emby, or Plex and want a single client
- Power users looking to combine cloud storage, downloading, playback, music, and reading in one desktop app
- People who want AI-assisted organization, search, and document reading
- Those who prefer open-source software with auditable code
Who it's not for
- Users who have privacy concerns about granting third-party apps access to their cloud drives
- Light users who only need basic single-drive functionality
- Those expecting every feature to be free (some AI features require Pro)
Install guide
Download and Install
Choose the package that matches your system (version 5.0.17):
| Platform | Architecture | File |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | x64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-win-x64.exe |
| Windows | arm64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-win-arm64.exe |
| macOS | Apple Silicon | boxplayer-5.0.17-mac-arm64.dmg |
| macOS | Intel | boxplayer-5.0.17-mac-x64.dmg |
| Linux | x86_64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-x86_64.AppImage |
| Linux | arm64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-arm64.AppImage |
| Debian/Ubuntu | amd64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-amd64.deb |
| Debian/Ubuntu | arm64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-arm64.deb |
| Arch/Manjaro | x64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-x64.pacman |
| Arch/Manjaro | arm64 | boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-aarch64.pacman |
Windows
Download the .exe file and double-click it to run the installer.
macOS
Open the .dmg file and drag BoxPlayer into the Applications folder. If you see “cannot be opened because the developer cannot be verified” or “damaged,” run this command after you trust the source:
sudo xattr -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/xbyboxplayer.appLinux
- AppImage: Make it executable and run:
chmod +x boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-x86_64.AppImage
./boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-x86_64.AppImageIf FUSE is missing, install libfuse2 or the FUSE package for your distribution.
- deb: Install with
sudo dpkg -i boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-amd64.deb, then runsudo apt-get install -fto fix dependencies if needed. - pacman: Install with
sudo pacman -U boxplayer-5.0.17-linux-x64.pacman.
FAQ
Is BoxPlayer free?
The core client is free and open source (GPL-3.0). Most features, including cloud drive management, playback, downloading, music, reading, and media server access, are free. Some AI-powered server-side features require a Pro subscription. BYOK is also supported.
Which platforms are supported?
Desktop builds are available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. iOS, tvOS, and macOS can also be installed via the App Store.
How do I update to the latest version?
Download the latest installer for your platform from the GitHub Releases page and overwrite the existing installation. You can also watch for in-app update notifications.
The app is in English on first launch. How do I switch to Chinese?
The app reads the system language at first launch and falls back to English for non-Chinese systems. You can manually switch the language in Settings.
Can I bring my own AI API key?
Yes. After logging in, you can configure OpenAI, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, Ollama, or other compatible providers in Settings and use your own quota.