Description
VidEmbed embeds YouTube and Vimeo videos in WordPress posts and pages through a shortcode with a responsive player, adjusting the video size to the theme container and device viewport. It is aimed at those who frequently publish video content and want to avoid copying iframe embed codes with each new insertion, maintaining a consistent appearance between desktop and mobile devices without manually editing HTML.
Main Features of VidEmbed
- Insertion via shortcode
Adds a dedicated shortcode to embed videos in any post, page, or text widget. - YouTube support
Accepts YouTube video URLs and IDs, eliminating the iframe generated by the platform. - Vimeo support
Renders videos hosted on Vimeo from the clip URL or identifier. - Responsive player
Adjusts player width and height according to the theme container and screen resolution. - Configuration attributes
Allows defining size, autoplay, and other player parameters directly in the shortcode.
Benefits of VidEmbed
- Faster publishing
Just paste the video URL, no need to paste full iframe code for each post. - Uniform appearance
Keeps a visual standard between YouTube and Vimeo videos within the same site. - Display on any screen
The player adapts to mobile, tablet, and desktop without additional CSS adjustments. - Less code in the editor
Reduces manual HTML in content, leaving posts cleaner for future editing.
Who Is VidEmbed For?
- Those who maintain a tutorial or review blog and embed YouTube videos in nearly every post.
- Those who publish audiovisual portfolios with videos hosted on Vimeo.
- Those who create lessons and course websites and need to embed videos with a responsive player in lessons.
How to Download VidEmbed
VidEmbed is available for download here on Ultrapack. After saving the .zip file, open the WordPress dashboard at Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin, select the package, install, and activate. Once activated, the embed shortcode is available for use in the post and page editor.
Aimed at those who publish video content regularly, VidEmbed centralizes YouTube and Vimeo embedding into a single standardized flow, avoiding each post having a different iframe pasted manually. The result is an audiovisual content catalog with a uniform player, faster publishing workflow, and less maintenance on older videos when the site theme is updated.
Frequently asked questions
Is SolidWP VidEmbed GPL-licensed?
Yes. SolidWP VidEmbed is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.
Can I use SolidWP VidEmbed on multiple sites?
Yes. You can use SolidWP VidEmbed on multiple sites. The number of sites connected to Ultrapack Auto Updater is limited by your plan.
How much does SolidWP VidEmbed cost at Ultrapack?
SolidWP VidEmbed costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).
Does SolidWP VidEmbed include updates?
Yes. The current version of SolidWP VidEmbed is 1.0.45, published at Ultrapack on May 30, 2018. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).
Is SolidWP VidEmbed scanned before publication?
Yes. Every version of SolidWP VidEmbed goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.
How to install
Automatic updates: this item is updated by the Ultrapack Auto Updater. With it installed, the new version shows up in your dashboard like any other WordPress update (how to set it up).
- Download the file
vidembed.zip. - In the WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
- Select the file
vidembed.zipand click Install Now. - Click Activate.
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