This guide explains how to build Discord-Netflix from source on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

⚠️ Before starting, ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Node.js (v7.0.0 or higher)
• Git (recent version recommended)
• Python (v3.9.0 or higher)
• Docker (for Linux build only)
• 7-Zip (recommended for Windows builds)

1. Open CMD or PowerShell inside the project folder:

   cd "%USERPROFILE%\Projects\discord-netflix-master"
   

2. Install dependencies:

   npm i
   

3. Build the project:

   npm run winbuild
   

   This will:

   • Build the app for Windows.
   • Create a portable folder and web installer.
   • Zip the build using 7-Zip.

4. Built files will appear in the dist folder:

   • win-ia32-unpacked/: Standalone app files.
   • nsis-web/: Installer and zipped archive.

To play Netflix content, the app must be signed using CastLabs ECS (Electron Content Security). Without this, you’ll receive a "cannot play media" error.

Use the following command to sign your package:

py -m castlabs_evs.vmp sign-pkg --persistent dist\win-ia32-unpacked

More ECS info: castlabs/electron-releases/wiki/EVS

Because npm run linbuild no longer works (due to a downed service), you’ll need to use Docker.

1. Pull the Docker image:

   docker pull electronuserland/builder
   

2. Run the build container:

   docker run --rm -ti -v "%USERPROFILE%\Projects\discord-netflix-master":/project -w /project electronuserland/builder
   

3. Inside the container, run:

   yarn upgrade
   yarn global add electron-builder
   npm run linbuild
   

4. The Linux .AppImage will appear in the dist folder.

✅ No ECS signature is required for Linux builds.

Building on macOS is similar to Windows but requires:

• A macOS system (physical or VM)
• ECS signing (like Windows)
• Node.js, Git, Python 3.9+, and 7-Zip (optional)

If you don’t have a Mac, consider setting up a macOS VM. A helpful tutorial is available here: macOS VM Guide (YouTube)

1. Open Terminal in your project directory.
2. Install dependencies:

   npm i
   

3. Build the app:

   npm run macbuild
   

4. Sign the output using ECS:

   python3 -m castlabs_evs.vmp sign-pkg --persistent /path/to/file
   

• Arch Linux users: An AUR package is available, maintained by 0xGingi.

If you encounter any issues or need help:

• Join the community on Discord
• Open an issue on GitHub