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Maintained Tested up to 7.0.6 #70 in 3d

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block

Show interactive 3D models in WordPress with a simple block for GLB and glTF files, including optional zoom controls.

Active installs<10New
Downloads · 30d45▲ +9.8% vs prev. 30d
Rating—0 reviews
Health score49/100Fair
All-time downloads316Since Apr 2026
Support resolved—No recent threads
RequiresWP 6.5PHP 7.4+
Downloads · 7d10▼ -9.1% week over week
Our verdict

Use with caution

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

  • Small user base (<10 active installs)
  • Very few reviews so far

How does it stack up?

Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support

Daily downloads

123Jul 7Aug 20Oct 4
Yesterday1
Daily average (1y)2
Peak day29Apr 28, 2026
Last 12 months324

Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.

Rankings

Where MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block stands today

WordPress.org search rankings

Live position in the plugin search, top 100
KeywordPositionCompeting pluginsCategory
3d >100 944 Best 3d plugins →
glb #42 73 Best glb plugins →
gltf #32 55 Best gltf plugins →
gutenberg >100 7,818 Best gutenberg plugins →
model viewer #96 289 Best model viewer plugins →

About MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block

From the official readme · v1.0.1

Description

Adds a block for interactive 3D models in .glb and .gltf format from the media library.
You can keep interaction limited to horizontal rotation or enable zoom explicitly when needed.

This plugin is being developed on GitHub https://github.com/mtoensing/marctv-3d-model-embed-block

Includes the model-viewer runtime locally:

  • Project: https://modelviewer.dev/
  • Source: https://github.com/google/model-viewer
  • Package: @google/model-viewer
  • Version: 4.2.0
  • Bundled file: public/vendor/model-viewer/4.2.0/model-viewer-umd.min.js
  • License: Apache License 2.0

The bundled file is kept versioned in the plugin and documented alongside the asset.

Source Code and Build Instructions

The generated block assets in build/ are compiled from the human-readable source files in the public development repository:

  • Repository: https://github.com/mtoensing/marctv-3d-model-embed-block
  • Block source: src/
  • Build tooling: package.json
  • Build command: npm install followed by npm run build

Installation

  1. Install and activate the plugin.
  2. Upload a .glb or .gltf file to the media library.
  3. Insert the 3D Model Embed Block block and select the file.

Frequently asked questions

Which file formats are supported?

The block supports 3D models in .glb and .gltf.

Can I enter an external model URL?

Yes. Use the block’s URL input to insert a .glb or .gltf file directly.

Can I enable zoom?

Yes. Turn on Zoom interaction in the block sidebar to enable pinch zoom on touch devices and mouse-wheel zoom on desktop.

Changelog

1.0.1

  • Prepared release for WordPress 7.0 compatibility.
  • Remove the unwanted black focus outline after pointer interaction on the frontend.

1.0.0

  • Add polished WordPress.org icon and banner assets for the public plugin launch.
  • Use the plugin slug consistently for public PHP, block, script, CSS, and custom-property names.
  • Document source code and build instructions in the readme.

0.4.5

  • Maintenance release.

0.4.4

  • Add a Zoom interaction toggle to enable zoom when needed while keeping the previous default interaction unchanged.
  • Document optional zoom controls and direct URL insertion in the readme.

0.4.3

  • Add a Framing control that adjusts model-viewer camera distance via the official camera-orbit attribute.

0.4.2

  • Move model selection into the block UI with upload, Media Library, and URL insert flows similar to core media blocks.
  • Fix block width handling so normal, wide, and full alignment follow WordPress layout standards in the editor and frontend.

Full changelog on WordPress.org →

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FAQ

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block: quick answers

Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.

Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026

Is MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block free?

Yes. MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

Is MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block safe to use in 2026?

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

How many websites use MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block?

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 316 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 45 times in the last 30 days.

Does MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block work with WordPress 7.1?

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

What PHP version does MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block need?

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

When was MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block last updated?

The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on May 17, 2026 (5 months ago).

Who makes MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block?

MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block is developed and maintained by Marc Tönsing.

What are the best alternatives to MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block?

The most popular alternatives to MarcTV 3D Model Embed Block are Panorama (2K+ installs), Easy 3D Viewer (1K+ installs) and 3D Viewer Block (1K+ installs).

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