KNR Player
Create awesome audio player that is compatible with all major browsers and devices (Android, iPhone, iPad)
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KNR Player 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 6 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.3 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where KNR Player stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| audio | >100 |
| audio player | >100 |
| embed | >100 |
| media | >100 |
| media player | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About KNR Player
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
KNR Player plugin can be used to embed an mp3 audio file on your WordPress post or page using a shortcode. The audio player is cute and compact and will play on all major browsers.
This audio player plugin Supports .mp3 and .ogg file formats.
The audio files that you embed using this plugin will work on all devices.
Usage
Use the following shortcode to embed an audio file anywhere on your site
[KNR_Player id="ID OF THE PLAYER"]
Installation
Thank you for choosing KNR Player! Simply activate the plugin.
- Add new audio
- Select audio details & chose skin
- Copy shortcode & paste into your post or text-widget areas.
Changelog
Update through the automatic WordPress updater, all WP Smart Editor content and configuration will remain in place.
1.0.1 – 05.12.2019
Fix audio stream source issues
1.0.0 – 01.12.2019
Initial release.
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FAQ
KNR Player: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 8, 2026
Is KNR Player free?
Yes. KNR Player is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is KNR Player safe to use in 2026?
KNR Player 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 KNR Player?
KNR Player is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,685 times since it launched in December 2019. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.
Does KNR Player work with WordPress 7.1?
KNR Player is officially tested up to WordPress 5.3.26, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was KNR Player last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on December 5, 2019 (7 years ago).
Who makes KNR Player?
KNR Player is developed and maintained by Rakib Hossain.
What are the best alternatives to KNR Player?
The most popular alternatives to KNR Player are Presto Player (100K+ installs), Seriously Simple Podcasting (30K+ installs) and Compact WP Audio Player (20K+ installs).
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