AI Provider for Open WebUI
Provides Open WebUI as a provider for the WordPress AI Client.
Use with caution
AI Provider for Open WebUI works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where AI Provider for Open WebUI stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| AI | >100 |
| ai-provider | >100 |
| open webui | #1 |
| openwebui | #2 |
| wordpress ai | >100 |
About AI Provider for Open WebUI
From the official readme · v1.3.5Description
AI Provider for Open WebUI connects the WordPress AI Client to your Open WebUI instance.
The plugin adds a dedicated connector and a focused settings page under Settings > Open WebUI.
Features:
- Connect to Open WebUI using a base URL and API key.
- Discover available models via
GET /api/models. - Generate text via
POST /api/chat/completions. - Select one preferred model for text, image, and vision requests (if the model supports these capabilities).
- Integrate with the existing AI connector management in WordPress.
- Translation-ready according to WordPress standards (text domain:
ai-provider-for-open-webui).
Important:
Do not append /api to the configured URL. The plugin handles endpoint paths automatically.
External Services
This plugin sends requests to your configured Open WebUI API endpoint when AI features are used.
Service:
- Open WebUI API at the URL you configure in plugin settings.
Data sent:
- Prompts and request context required for the selected AI feature.
- Requested model identifier.
- API key for authentication against your Open WebUI instance.
When data is sent:
- Only when AI features are actively used (for example generation, summarization, or alt text).
Responsibility:
- Actual downstream processing depends on your Open WebUI setup and any backend providers used by that setup.
- You are responsible for compliant operation and privacy configuration of your Open WebUI environment.
Project and branding information:
- https://docs.openwebui.com/brand/
Branding and Rights
This plugin includes the official Open WebUI logo for provider identification.
Source and usage notes:
third-party-notices.txt
Installation
- Install and activate the WordPress AI plugin (AI Client).
- Upload this plugin to
/wp-content/plugins/ai-provider-for-open-webui/. - Activate AI Provider for Open WebUI.
- Open Settings > Open WebUI.
- Configure:
* Open WebUI URL (for example http://localhost:3000)
* API key from Open WebUI (Settings > Account)
* Optional preferred model
Frequently asked questions
Which URL should I enter?
Use the base URL of your Open WebUI instance, for example: http://localhost:3000 for local setups https://ai.example.com for hosted setups Do not append /api.
Where can I create an API key?
In Open WebUI, open Settings > Account and create or copy your key.
Why do I see “The AI plugin requires a valid AI Connector …”?
This message appears when no valid connector is available for the AI plugin. Check the following: The AI plugin is active. The Open WebUI URL is reachable. The API key is valid. The Open WebUI connector is connected.
Can I use environment variables?
Yes: OPENWEBUI_BASE_URL OPENWEBUI_API_KEY OPENWEBUI_REQUEST_TIMEOUT
Changelog
1.3.5 – 2026-04-09
- Version auf 1.3.5 erhöht.
- GitHub-Deploy für WordPress.org-Assets auf
assets/konfiguriert.
1.3.4 – 2026-04-09
- Version auf 1.3.4 erhöht.
- Such-Tags für WordPress.org optimiert (AI Provider, Open WebUI, Chatbot, Content Generation, pronomix).
- WordPress.org-Assets (Banner, Icons, Screenshots) ergänzt.
1.3.1 – 2026-04-08
- Präfixe für kollisionsrelevante Namen vereinheitlicht und Hauptdatei auf Slug-konformen Dateinamen umgestellt.
- WordPress.org-Verzeichnis-Assets aus dem Plugin-Paket entfernt.
1.3.0 – 2026-03-27
- Improved language inheritance by prioritizing source language from
<content>blocks. - Added robust multi-candidate title fallback when Open WebUI returns only one choice.
- Hardened alt text generation to prevent prompt echoes.
- Enforced shorter excerpt output with prompt guidance and server-side word limiting.
- Moved provider prompt constraints into dedicated template files.
1.2.0 – 2026-03-26
- Simplified configuration to a single preferred Open WebUI model.
- Added capability-based fallback handling for image and alt-text features.
- Improved model capability detection to avoid routing unsupported features.
1.1.0 – 2026-03-26
- Added preferred model selection with manual fallback input and model suggestions.
- Added request timeout handling (
OPENWEBUI_REQUEST_TIMEOUT). - Improved settings page behavior and connector synchronization.
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FAQ
AI Provider for Open WebUI: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is AI Provider for Open WebUI free?
Yes. AI Provider for Open WebUI is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is AI Provider for Open WebUI safe to use in 2026?
AI Provider for Open WebUI works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use AI Provider for Open WebUI?
AI Provider for Open WebUI is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 387 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 60 times in the last 30 days.
Does AI Provider for Open WebUI work with WordPress 7.1?
AI Provider for Open WebUI is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does AI Provider for Open WebUI need?
AI Provider for Open WebUI requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was AI Provider for Open WebUI last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.5, was released on April 9, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes AI Provider for Open WebUI?
AI Provider for Open WebUI is developed and maintained by pronomix.
What are the best alternatives to AI Provider for Open WebUI?
The most popular alternatives to AI Provider for Open WebUI are Elementor Website Builder (10M+ installs), All in One SEO (2M+ installs) and AI Agent by SiteGround (1M+ installs).
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