# Simple Video Directory

> Simple Video Directory has 10+ active installs and 105 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 26/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Video Directory shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

**WordPress Directory plugin with a unique approach! Simple Video Directory is a unique and advanced WordPress Video Gallery plugin and a video archive or video portfolio manager to display videos from Vimeo or Youtube.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,110
- **Downloads (30 days):** 105 (+133.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 26/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.4
- **Last updated:** Jul 4, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.5.12
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** QuantumCloud (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/quantumcloud/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-media-directory/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [directory](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/directory/) | #61 | 140 |
| [media directory](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/media-directory/) | #1 | 1 |
| [media gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/media-gallery/) | #6 | 11 |
| [video gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/video-gallery/) | #55 | 85 |
| [video portfolio](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/video-portfolio/) | #2 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| directory | >100 | 10,000 |
| media directory | >100 | 6,457 |
| media gallery | >100 | 2,035 |
| video gallery | >100 | 1,577 |
| video portfolio | >100 | 549 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Directorist: AI-Powered Business Directory, Listings & Classified Ads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/directorist/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (698) | Oct 1, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [GeoDirectory – WP Business Directory Plugin and Classified Listings Directory](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/geodirectory/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (716) | Oct 1, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 3 | [HivePress – Business Directory, Listings & Classified Ads Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hivepress/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (221) | Aug 26, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 4 | [Link Library](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-library/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (97) | Sep 6, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 5 | [Directorist AddonsKit for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/addonskit-for-elementor/) | 9K+ | 2/5 (4) | Nov 27, 2025 | 42/100 |
| 6 | [Classified Listing – AI-Powered Classified ads & Business Directory](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/classified-listing/) | 9K+ | 4.8/5 (138) | Sep 23, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 7 | [HivePress Favorites](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hivepress-favorites/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (4) | Aug 24, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 8 | [HivePress Messages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hivepress-messages/) | 7K+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Aug 24, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 9 | [HivePress Reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hivepress-reviews/) | 7K+ | 3/5 (4) | Aug 24, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 10 | [Participants Database](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/participants-database/) | 7K+ | 4.9/5 (320) | Jul 31, 2026 | 69/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Video Directory free?
Yes. Simple Video Directory is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Simple Video Directory safe to use in 2026?
Simple Video Directory shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Video Directory?
Simple Video Directory is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,110 times since it launched in January 2019. It was downloaded 105 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Video Directory work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Video Directory is officially tested up to WordPress 6.5.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Simple Video Directory need?
Simple Video Directory requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Simple Video Directory last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.4, was released on July 4, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes Simple Video Directory?
Simple Video Directory is developed and maintained by QuantumCloud.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Video Directory?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Video Directory are Directorist: AI-Powered Bus… (20K+ installs), GeoDirectory (10K+ installs) and HivePress (10K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-media-directory/ · Generated 2026-10-02 01:08 UTC by PageForge