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VLC, alternative Linux à Spotify
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VLC is not a replacement for Spotify if you rely on streaming a massive cloud catalog or cross-device sync. It is a local media player, not a streaming service. However, if your library consists of local files (MP3, FLAC, etc.) and you just need a reliable, feature-rich player to manage playlists and handle offline playback, VLC is an excellent, free alternative. It lacks the social and discovery features of Spotify but excels at playing whatever files you already own without subscription fees or DRM restrictions.
- Licence
- GPL-2.0+
- Prix
- Gratuit
- Dernière version
- 3.0.23 (1 janvier 2026)
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Ce qui fonctionne pareil
- Both allow creating and managing playlists of audio tracks.
- Both support searching through your local or loaded media library.
- Both can play podcasts, though VLC requires manual file or stream management.
- Both integrate with standard desktop audio controls for volume and playback.
Ce qui change
- VLC does not stream from a global cloud catalog; it plays local files or direct network streams only.
- VLC lacks cross-device syncing; your library is tied to the machine or local network.
- VLC has no 'freemium' model; it is fully free but offers no curated recommendations or artist pages.
- Spotify provides high-quality streaming codecs automatically; VLC relies on the source file quality.
Ouvrir vos fichiers Spotify
VLC cannot open or export Spotify-specific proprietary files or access Spotify's DRM-protected streams. It does not support importing Spotify playlists directly via a link. If you have downloaded Spotify Premium offline files, VLC cannot play them. However, VLC can import standard playlist formats like M3U or PLS if you have converted your Spotify playlists to these formats and mapped them to local files you own.
Passer de Spotify à VLC, étape par étape
- Download your local music files (MP3, FLAC, etc.) to your Linux machine.
- Open VLC and add your music folder to the media library.
- Create new playlists in VLC by dragging tracks from the library to the playlist panel.
- If using network streams, add the direct URL to VLC's open stream dialog.
- Configure VLC to remember your media library for future sessions.
Fonctionnalités clés de VLC
- Lit pratiquement tous les codecs audio ou vidéo
- Prend en charge les DVD, CD audio, VCD et Blu-ray (avec des bibliothèques optionnelles)
- Diffuse depuis HTTP, RTSP, RTP, MMS et d'autres protocoles
- Gestion et conversion de sous-titres intégrées
- Interface simple par glisser-déposer avec des skins personnalisables
- Interface en ligne de commande pour le scripting
- Outils de conversion multimédia et d'édition de base
- Navigation réseau et importation de listes de lecture
Installer VLC sous Linux
flatpak install flathub org.videolan.VLCsudo apt install vlcsudo apt install vlcsudo dnf install vlcsudo pacman -S vlc-plugin-alsasudo zypper install vlcQuestions fréquentes
Can I log into my Spotify account in VLC?
No. VLC is a media player, not a Spotify client. It does not have authentication mechanisms for third-party streaming services.
Does VLC support Spotify Connect?
No. VLC does not implement the Spotify Connect protocol, so you cannot control VLC from the Spotify app or vice versa.
Is VLC better for offline listening than Spotify?
If you own the files, yes. VLC plays local files without needing an internet connection or a subscription. Spotify requires a premium account for offline mode and restricts file access.
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