Media server for Mac
A simple media server for Mac
Share folders from your Mac so a compatible TV, console, or media-player app can browse them on your home network.
How to use it
- Install Media Server Pro from the Mac App Store.
- Open the app and add the folders that contain your movies, music, or photos.
- Put your Mac and playback device on the same home network, then click Start Server.
- Open a DLNA-compatible media player on your receiving device and look for Media Server Pro.
Keep in mind
- Native macOS app that lives quietly in the menu bar.
- Streams videos, music, and photos over your home network.
- Works with compatible media players without accounts, cloud sync, or a library server to manage.
Common questions
What is a DLNA server?
A DLNA server is a local media server that lets compatible TVs, consoles, and media-player apps find and browse videos, music, and photos on your home network. Media Server Pro turns your Mac into that browsable source, using the folders you choose.
Does macOS include a media server for Smart TVs?
macOS includes useful sharing and AirPlay features, but it does not provide a plain built-in media server for most non-Apple TVs and consoles. Media Server Pro is built for that local-network job.
Does it transcode video?
No. Media Server Pro streams your files without converting them. Your TV or receiving app needs to support the file’s video, audio, and subtitle formats. This avoids the processing needed for live conversion. If a file will not play, try a compatible player such as VLC, convert the file beforehand, or use a server with transcoding.
Can I share more than one folder?
Yes. You can add multiple media directories and the app will preserve them between launches.