Widens in-feed videos on social platforms without forcing fullscreen.
Product memo
WidePlayer targets social media users on X, Mastodon, and Bluesky who want a better video viewing experience. It widens in-feed videos, keeping them within the timeline without requiring fullscreen mode. This open-source browser extension positions itself as a privacy-first utility, serving users who prioritize functional improvements without data collection.
For who
Social media users on X, Mastodon, Bluesky
Solves what
Makes in-feed videos wider without going fullscreen.
- Wider video in feed
- Auto-detection
- Privacy-focused
In their own words
Wider in-feed video across the platforms you use.
WidePlayer makes in-feed videos wider without going fullscreen. Keep your place in the feed while your videos get the space they deserve.
Commercial cues
Model
free_only
Free tier
Yes
Trial
No
Operator context
Team
Indie / lean
Founded
May 2026
Platform
Browser extension
Audience
General
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Bootstrapped Lean
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
About WidePlayer for X Expand
WidePlayer offers a browser extension that enhances the video viewing experience for users of social platforms like X, Mastodon, and Bluesky. It addresses the common frustration of small, in-feed videos by automatically widening them, allowing users to watch content without leaving their feed or switching to fullscreen.
The tool is open-source and built with a privacy-first philosophy, ensuring no user data collection. This approach makes WidePlayer a straightforward product for social media users seeking better video presentation while maintaining their privacy and workflow.