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Convert M3U to TXT

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Last verified Oct 2026

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How to convert M3U to TXT

  1. Add your .M3U file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
  2. Convert it to .TXT in a few seconds.
  3. Download your new .TXT file.

What to expect

  • No data is lost: M3U stores only text (file paths, URLs, and optional #EXTINF metadata lines), so the .txt output is byte-for-byte identical.
  • Standard .m3u files use the system's local codepage; .m3u8 files use UTF-8. If non-Latin characters appear garbled, re-save as UTF-8 using Notepad++ or a similar editor.
  • The resulting .txt file will not play in a media player - rename it back to .m3u (or .m3u8) if you need to restore playlist functionality.

Frequently asked questions

Does renaming .m3u to .txt lose any data?
No. M3U is already stored as plain text, so renaming only changes the file association - the content is untouched.
What is the difference between .m3u and .m3u8?
Same format, different encoding: .m3u uses the system's local codepage while .m3u8 uses UTF-8. Renaming .m3u8 to .txt produces a clean UTF-8 text file.
Can I open the .txt in a spreadsheet?
Yes - import it as a delimited file with no delimiter; each line becomes one row, giving you a single-column list of paths, URLs, and any #EXTINF metadata.
Can I rename the .txt back to .m3u and use it as a playlist?
Yes. The content was never modified, so renaming it back restores full playlist functionality.
Learn about the formats: .M3U · .TXT