Hydravid
This plugin posts videos, title and description via the Hydravid Syndicate app.
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Hydravid shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 7 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.1 (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 Hydravid stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| video marketing | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Hydravid
From the official readme · v0.51Description
This plugin posts videos, title and description via the Hydravid Syndicate app. It also enables your WordPress site to become a part of the Hydravid Syndicate network, in turn, allowing you to post to other WordPress sites.
Installation
- Upload
hydraviddirectory to the/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Add your Hydravid username (email) and License ID where prompted
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Hydravid: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 12, 2026
Is Hydravid free?
Yes. Hydravid is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Hydravid safe to use in 2026?
Hydravid shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Hydravid?
Hydravid is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,886 times since it launched in May 2017. It was downloaded 68 times in the last 30 days.
Does Hydravid work with WordPress 7.1?
Hydravid is officially tested up to WordPress 5.1.27, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Hydravid last updated?
The latest version, 0.51, was released on September 20, 2019 (7 years ago).
Who makes Hydravid?
Hydravid is developed and maintained by jackthoro.
What are the best alternatives to Hydravid?
The most popular alternatives to Hydravid are Leadeo Lite (10+ installs), VideoEngage (10+ installs) and TrendAppend Video Hosting (<10 installs).
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