An M3U8 file is a text-based format used by media players to describe where audio and video resources are located. It is the basis for the protocol, originally developed by Apple, which has become the industry standard for delivering video across the internet. 1. What is an M3U8 File?
While M3U8 is a widely adopted format, there are some challenges and limitations:
The M3U8 format was designed to solve the primary problems of traditional web video: and compatibility .