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Choose the current official Media Player Codec Pack installer. Standard is recommended for most users; Plus adds extra tools and Lite provides a smaller installation.

  • ✓ All three editions are free downloads
  • ✓ Official Standard, Plus and Lite installers
  • ✓ Version, file size and verification details are listed below
Version 5.1.2 No registration required Direct edition links below
Media Player Codec Pack download options
Choose an edition and download the current official installer directly from this page.
 
 
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Official Media Player Codec Pack downloads

Use this page to choose between the current Standard, Plus and Lite installers. Each option links directly to the official download and includes the current version, file size and verification details. For feature, format and setup information, use the individual edition pages before downloading.

Choose your download

Standard is recommended for most people. Choose Plus for extra tools, or Lite for a smaller install on older or lower-power systems.

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Plus

The broadest package with extra playback tools and a larger install footprint.

Download Plus
  • Version: 5.1.2
  • File size: 144.5 MB
  • Price: Free
  • Best for: Power users, HTPC setups, and anyone who wants the fullest toolkit.
File verification details

Optional technical checks for users who want to verify the downloaded installer.

  • Publisher: Cole Williams Software Limited
  • Windows signature: Open the file's Properties → Digital Signatures tab and confirm the publisher above.
  • SHA256: e49daa6445a0b4be950c9cb8973b4435157e7c0b460057d923a04370c3f14d8a
  • VirusTotal: VirusTotal: 0/63 engines flagged this file
    Checked 2026-10-09 21:19 UTC
View Plus details
Lightweight

Lite

A smaller install focused on the essentials for common playback needs.

Download Lite
  • Version: 5.1.2
  • File size: 36.2 MB
  • Price: Free
  • Best for: Older, lower-power, or smaller systems.
File verification details

Optional technical checks for users who want to verify the downloaded installer.

  • Publisher: Cole Williams Software Limited
  • Windows signature: Open the file's Properties → Digital Signatures tab and confirm the publisher above.
  • SHA256: 51751984ad80185226b316dbba79f08359d7d91ad9d73bebf352c741cdad9ab7
  • VirusTotal: VirusTotal: 1/68 engines flagged this file
    Checked 2026-10-09 21:19 UTC
View Lite details
Not ready to install yet? These free browser tools can help identify a file or test playback before you choose an edition.
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Need help installing?

Use the step-by-step edition guides if you want to see the installer screens before you run setup.

Before you download

  1. Choose Standard unless you already know you want Plus or Lite.
  2. Run the installer and keep the defaults if you want the simplest setup.
  3. Visit the individual edition page if you want the full component list, supported formats, and setup notes first.

  • Which edition should most users pick?

    Standard is the best fit for most Windows PCs. It is the recommended all-round edition for everyday playback across common video and audio formats.

  • Yes. Each button above links directly to the current installer for the selected Standard, Plus or Lite edition.

  • Do the edition pages have more details?

    Yes. The Standard, Plus and Lite pages each include deeper information about supported formats, components, screenshots and recommended use-cases.

  
 
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