Plex Media Server
Plex Media Server

Plex Media Server

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

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Page Modified On: May 30, 2025

Run Plex Media Server on PC or Mac

Why limit yourself to your small screen on the phone? Run Plex Media Server, an app by Plex, Inc., best experienced on your PC or Mac with BlueStacks, the world’s #1 Android emulator.

About the App

Plex Media Server from Plex, Inc. is your go-to spot for keeping all your movies, TV shows, photos, and music in one organized home. With this app, you get a simple way to scan, catalog, and enjoy your media collection—whether you’re at home or on the go. Expect a smooth ride from setup to streaming, especially if you’re big on personalization and love having your entire library at your fingertips.

App Features

  • Automatic Organization
    Plex Media Server doesn’t mess around when it comes to tidying up your files. It sorts your videos, photos, and songs as soon as you install it, giving everything a clean and polished look. Metadata, artwork, and other info just show up—no extra work needed.

  • Universal Streaming
    Ever wish you could just pick up your phone, tablet, or laptop and keep watching a movie from where you left off? Plex Media Server lets you stream your collection to any device you own, so you’re never tied to just one screen. Users can even try it out on PC or Mac with BlueStacks for a bigger view.

  • Intuitive Browsing
    Looking for that one show you only half remember? Browsing is super easy, thanks to automatic categorization and smart search features. Your collection isn’t just dumped in a folder; it’s neatly displayed in a way that actually makes sense.

  • Personalized Experience
    From recalling your favorite playlists to picking up unfinished episodes, Plex Media Server figures out your tastes and helps you keep track with custom watchlists and recommendations. Your stuff, your way.

  • Central Hub for All Media
    Whether it’s family photos, old home videos, or a gigantic movie library, this app brings it together so you can manage everything from a single place.

  • Smooth Setup
    Getting your media server up and running is pretty straightforward. Just install, point it to your media folders, and you’re good to go. The app does most of the heavy lifting and keeps things running in the background.

  • Exclusive to NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV
    Just a heads up: this version is meant specifically for NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV devices, giving you a tailored experience for that platform.

Plex Media Server by Plex, Inc. in the Video Players & Editors genre is all about making your personal media feel easy, accessible, and, honestly, pretty fun to use.

BlueStacks brings your apps to life on a bigger screen—seamless and straightforward.

How to Download and Run Plex Media Server on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for Plex Media Server in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install Plex Media Server from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install Plex Media Server

  • Click the Plex Media Server icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

Plex Media Server - FAQs

  • How to Run Plex Media Server on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run Plex Media Server on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download Plex Media Server on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are Plex Media Server PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run Plex Media Server on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.