Mixed Lists
Combine audio and video files in a single unified playlist. Drag, reorder, shuffle, repeat, and play seamlessly.
Android & Windows
RideStream
MULTIMEDIA // LOCAL
Your media. Your device. No cloud.
A unified multimedia player for Android and Windows. Create mixed playlists, stream over Wi-Fi to nearby devices, or connect as a receiver — all processing stays local, offline, and private.
Features
Everything RideStream does, fully offline.
Google Drive Backup
Back up your playlists and media files to Google Drive. Restore them on any device — your library travels with you.
AndroidFile Pickers
Import media from any folder using the built-in file picker. On Android, also supports SD cards and USB OTG via Storage Access Framework.
Android & WindowsWi-Fi Host
Built-in HTTP server broadcasts your library to any device on the same local network. Auto-host mode starts the server automatically in the background.
Android & WindowsReceiver Mode
Connect as a client to another device streaming its media library. Browse the server's playlists, pick what to play, or let the host control the queue.
Android & WindowsNetwork Discovery
Automatically discover RideStream servers and receivers on your local network. No manual IP configuration needed.
Android & WindowsBackground Playback
Music keeps playing even when the app is minimised or the screen is locked. Foreground service with persistent notification and media controls.
Android & WindowsVideo Playback
Hardware-accelerated video playback with MP4, MKV, AVI and WebM support. Adaptive streaming and gesture-based controls.
Android & WindowsPremium UI
Modern dark theme with vibrant gradients, smooth micro-animations, gesture-driven navigation, and a mini-player widget.
Android & WindowsLicensing
Fair, simple, and built for local sharing.
All platforms
RideStream uses a 15-day free trial with a one-time purchase to unlock permanently via Google Play (Android) or the Microsoft Store (Windows).
| Trial | Unlocked | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 15 days | Permanent |
| Mixed playlists | Yes | Yes |
| Background playback | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi streaming (as host) | Yes * | Yes |
| Receiver mode | Yes | Yes |
| Cost | $0 | One-time purchase |
What happens when the trial expires?
❌ Stops working
- Local playback of audio & video files
- Playing local playlists
- Wi-Fi Host mode (serving your library)
- Receiver mode & playing a local playlist
✅ Still works
- Wi-Fi Receiver mode — connect to a host that has the app unlocked and stream from it
- Browse, organise playlists and manage your library
Important: A device with an expired trial can still connect as a Receiver to any Host that has the app unlocked and play media from it. However, it can no longer act as a Host itself — the unlock is required to stream your library to other devices.
Family / shared-use tip: Purchase the unlock once on the device that acts as the main Host. All other devices on your network can connect as Receivers and play freely, even if their own trial has expired.
* Wi-Fi Host mode works during the 15-day trial but is disabled after expiry. Purchase the unlock to restore it.
Requirements
Android 8.0+ (API 26) — available on Google Play.
Windows 10+ — available on the Microsoft Store.
Storage permissions to access local media files.
Privacy
RideStream never phones home — read the Privacy Policy. No telemetry, no analytics, no cloud dependency. Your media never leaves your devices*.
*except when you explicitly stream to another device on your LAN.Receiver Mode
What you can do when connected to a host.
Server Playlists
Browse the host's playlists directly from the receiver. See their full library without leaving the receiver UI.
Remote Control
Play, pause, skip, seek, shuffle and toggle repeat on the host. The receiver acts as a full remote control for the host's playback.
Direct Playback
Select any track from the server's queue and play it directly on the receiver over Wi-Fi. No download needed — plays in real-time.
Import from Server
Import playlists and media files from the server to the receiver's local storage for offline playback.
State Sync
The receiver stays in sync with the host's current track, position, play/pause state, shuffle and repeat mode — updated every second.
Local Playlist Fallback
Disconnect from the host and instantly resume playing your local playlists. Seamless switch between remote and local mode.