🏆 Ultimate Video Player

Ultimate Video Player is a powerful, feature-rich video/audio player for web platforms—supporting local files, YouTube/Vimeo, streaming, playlists, quality selector, ads, 360° video and full customization.

🚀 Overview

Ultimate Video Player is designed for websites, media portals and online platforms that require a robust, flexible, responsive and monetisable media player. Whether you host videos yourself, embed YouTube or Vimeo, stream HLS/DASH, or run a media-site with ads and in-player monetisation, this player gives you the control and features needed.

Real-world applications include: online training platforms, news/magazine sites, streaming services, video galleries, advertising-supported video networks.

Target users: Web developers, digital publishers, media companies, agencies and entrepreneurs who need a turnkey video/audio player solution with advanced features.

✨ Key Features

• Multiple source support: Play local files (MP4/MP3), YouTube, Vimeo, HLS (.m3u8), DASH (.mpd). :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• Unlimited playlists: Create unlimited playlists; each playlist can hold unlimited items, mix types (YouTube/Vimeo/local). :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Quality selector: Provide multiple quality levels (720p, 1080p, 4K) and let users switch. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Ad monetisation: Pre-roll, mid-roll, post-roll ads, non-linear overlays, pop-ups, VAST/VMAP support. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• 360°/VR video support: Play immersive videos, support panoramic and virtual reality modes. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Custom branding & skins: Change player skin colors, logos, watermark, custom control bar, embed/share features. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Subtitles & multiple audio tracks: Supports .srt/.vtt, selector for multiple subtitles and audio tracks. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Advanced control & API: JavaScript API for play/pause, seek, volume, events; keyboard shortcuts; URL timestamp support. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Responsive & touch/mobile optimized: Works across devices, mobile, desktop, supports autoplay (muted) compliance. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Embed/share & deeplinking: Generate embed codes, share current time URL, deeplink to timestamp. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Security features: Password-protected videos, “play only if logged-in”, source path encryption. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Audio support: MP3 audio player mode with visualiser, playlists, audio tracks. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

⚙️ Technical Stack

The Ultimate Video Player is built with web-native technologies for broad compatibility and high performance:

• Core: HTML5 video/audio engines, JavaScript, CSS3 for skins and responsiveness.
• Backend (optional): Works with local hosting or CDNs; for streaming HLS/DASH, server must support .m3u8/.mpd. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• Compatibility: Supports modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and mobile (iOS/Android) via HTML5. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
• Streaming support: HLS & DASH protocols for live or adaptive bitrate streaming. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Ad integration: VAST/VMAP tags, non-linear overlay ads, full ad workflow. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• Security: HTTPS recommended, encryption of source paths, permission checks for logged-in only playback. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Download: Get the Ultimate Video Player package from the vendor/marketplace. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
2. Upload files: Copy player files (JS, CSS, skin assets) into your project directory on your server.
3. Include player: Add the HTML markup for the player element (or embed script) into your page where you want the video. See documentation. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
4. Configure sources & playlists: Define playlist(s) in HTML/JSON/XML referencing video / audio sources and metadata. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
5. Configure settings: Use player config options for skins, controls, quality, ads, subtitles, watermark, playback rate, etc.
6. Optional streaming/ad setup: Set up HLS/DASH streaming endpoints or integrate VAST/VMAP ads for monetisation. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
7. Test: Ensure playback works across devices, qualities, adverts trigger correctly, playlist navigation works.
8. Deploy: Publish on live site. Monitor performance, ensure CDN or server handles load for high traffic.

📦 Deliverables

• Complete player source code (HTML/JS/CSS assets).
• Documentation covering setup, configuration, playlist formats, API usage, ad integration. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
• Sample playlists, demo files, skins/themes, alternate templates. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
• Support package and updates (depending on vendor) for bug fixes and feature enhancements. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}

📱 Supported Platforms

• Web Browsers: Latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (Desktop & Mobile).
• Mobile Devices: Smartphones and tablets (iOS/Android) using HTML5 playback.
• Streaming Servers/CDNs: Servers that support HLS (.m3u8) or DASH (.mpd) for live or adaptive streaming.

🧠 Notes

• License: Ultimate Video Player is typically distributed under a commercial marketplace license—check the vendor listing for details. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}
• Customization: You can tweak skins, control bar layout, embed/share behavior, automatic playlist loading, or extend the API for custom integrations.
• SEO & Performance: Use lazy load embedding, poster images, preload metadata; avoid heavy JS on initial load. Player supports lazy initialization when scrolled into view. :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

Developed by FWDesign – “Ultimate Video Player” at CodeCanyon. Please reference the original author and vendor listing if redistributing or re-licensing.

🔒 Disclaimer

This product is a third-party media player solution. Ensure you comply with licensing terms, copyright for media files you host, and local laws regarding streaming/advertising. The vendor is not responsible for your content or business model compliance.