Never use plain HTTP for private videos. Browsers are deprecating "autoplay" for HTTP content. Use https://myserver.com/file.mkv via a free SSL certificate (Let's Encrypt).
: A Matroska Video container. Unlike MP4, MKV can store an unlimited number of video, audio, and subtitle tracks in a single file. 2. How to Play an MKV Link http- myserver.com file.mkv
Mention how MKV is the "Swiss Army Knife" of video formats because it supports multiple audio tracks and subtitles in one file. 3. The Security Warning (For Sysadmins/Devs) Headline: Is Your "Private" Server Actually Public? Never use plain HTTP for private videos