This warning indicates that the player.tech_.hls property is no longer recommended and will be removed in future versions of Video.js.
A third-party plugin or a Video.js core component may be accessing it internally. Update all plugins. If the warning persists, search your node_modules for tech_.hls to identify the culprit.
To resolve this warning and ensure your code is future-proof, you should update how you access the HLS tech properties in your JavaScript: 1. Update Property Access This warning indicates that the player
Knowing this, I can provide a more tailored fix for your setup.
The warning "videojs warn player.tech--.hls is deprecated. use player.tech--.vhs instead" is a clear signal that it's time to modernize your Video.js HLS implementation. While it may seem like a minor annoyance, addressing it now ensures your video player remains compatible with future browsers, benefits from performance improvements, and gains access to advanced streaming features like low-latency HLS. If the warning persists, search your node_modules for tech_
The videojs-tech-*.hls plugin was initially developed to support HLS playback in Video.js. However, over time, the HLS specification has evolved, and new plugins have been developed to better support modern HLS features and edge cases. The videojs-tech-*.vhs plugin, built on top of the HLS.js library, offers improved performance, stability, and feature support compared to the older videojs-tech-*.hls plugin.
Uninstall the old package and use the built-in VHS: The warning "videojs warn player
import videojs from 'video.js'; import 'videojs-contrib-hls';
Use your IDE’s global search or grep :
: While the old tech focused strictly on HLS, VHS handles multiple HTTP streaming protocols, providing a more consistent API across different media types.
: If you are passing specific options to the HLS engine during player initialization, update the key from hls to vhs . Example (Override Native) : javascript