VLC Media Player is available on all major platforms – Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android. It is now also available on iPhones and iPads, with a native app designed specifically for iOS. Thanks to its support for a wide range of media formats, VLC remains a popular choice for playing videos.
VLC for iOS is a free app that you can download from the App Store. It offers a user-friendly interface along with a variety of playback options. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to download and install VLC Media Player on your iPhone. You can also check out our guide on how to install VLC on macOS.
How to Install VLC Media Player on iPhone
Downloading and installing VLC Media Player on an iPhone is a simple process. Here are the steps you can follow:
1. Open the App Store from the home screen.
2. Then tap on the Search icon and search for VLC.

3. Select VLC Media Player from the search result and tap the Get button to install it.

4. To start the installation process. You have to verify your Apple ID by providing your password or using your Face ID/Touch ID.

5. After that, wait for the installation to complete.
6. Once complete, tap the Open button to launch the app.

In the same way, you can download and install VLC Media Player on your iPad. Simply open the App Store, search for “VLC,” and install it on your device.
That’s it! This is how you can download and install VLC Media Player on your iPhone and iPad. If VLC shows an Empty Media Library, you can check out our guide on how to play video files in VLC on your iPhone.