Browse DeaDBeeF player plugins, with a description of the features provided by each component.

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About Plugins

This page lists additional components that extend the DeaDBeeF player with new features, with a description of what each plugin does. Examples include archive playback, headphone crossfeed, clipboard copy of track information, a customizable toolbar, Discord status display, and a file browser. It gives separate installation folders for Linux, Windows, and macOS, including portable-build handling. Unless stated otherwise, the listed plugins were not made by DeaDBeeF Player developers, and the software is provided as-is without warranty. Some items have specific limits, such as operating-system availability or stereo-only operation for the crossfeed effect.

Key features

  • Headphone crossfeed effect for stereo sound
  • Play files directly from RAR, 7z and gzip archives
  • Copy selected track information to clipboard using custom format
  • Customizable toolbar widget for GTK UI design mode
  • Show current playing track on Discord status
  • Simple file browser with path search and cover-art icons
Best for: DeaDBeeF users who want to find and install plugins for their operating system.
Good for
  • Lists plugin descriptions and downloads in one place
  • Includes separate installation paths for Linux, Windows, and macOS
  • Covers varied functions such as archive playback, Discord status, and file browsing
Watch out for
  • Provided as-is without express or implied warranty
  • Unless stated otherwise, listed plugins were not made by DeaDBeeF developers
  • Headphone crossfeed effect only works for stereo sound

Plugins at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Plugins FAQ

How do I install plugins on Linux?
Download and extract the .zip into ~/.local/lib/deadbeef/, creating the folder if needed. In portable builds, unzip directly into the deadbeef folder.
How do I install plugins on Windows?
Download and extract the .zip into %APPDATA%/deadbeef/, creating the folder if needed. In portable builds, unzip directly into the deadbeef folder.
How do I install plugins on macOS?
Download and unpack the zip, then copy the *.dylib files into ~/Library/Application Support/Deadbeef/Plugins.
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