# Spotlightr – Secure Video Hosting for WordPress, Courses & LearnDash

> Spotlightr has 200+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 343 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 67/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Spotlightr is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 67/100 on our health check.

**Host, protect and embed your videos on WordPress with encryption, DRM, and per-viewer analytics. Perfect for courses, LearnDash, and marketing.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 200+
- **Total downloads:** 9,784
- **Downloads (30 days):** 343 (-20.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 67/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 0.1.14
- **Last updated:** Aug 24, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.3+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Bill Zimmerman (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/socratous139/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/spotlightr/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [learndash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/learndash/) | #16 | 79 |
| [secure video](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/secure-video/) | #1 | 3 |
| [video analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/video-analytics/) | #1 | 3 |
| [video hosting](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/video-hosting/) | #3 | 12 |
| [video player](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/video-player/) | #24 | 84 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| learndash | #13 | 404 |
| secure video | #9 | 1,199 |
| video analytics | #44 | 1,470 |
| video hosting | #8 | 901 |
| video player | #79 | 1,093 |

## Version adoption

- 0.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Uncanny Toolkit for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/uncanny-learndash-toolkit/) | 20K+ | 4.8/5 (105) | Oct 16, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 2 | [Design Upgrade for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/design-upgrade-learndash/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (53) | Aug 9, 2022 | 46/100 |
| 3 | [BuddyPress for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/buddypress-learndash/) | 1K+ | 3.3/5 (18) | Jun 19, 2020 | 32/100 |
| 4 | [PowerPack for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/powerpack-for-learndash/) | 1K+ | 4.8/5 (5) | Aug 21, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 5 | [Visibility Control for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/visibility-control-for-learndash/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (9) | Sep 11, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 6 | [Autocomplete LearnDash Lessons and Topics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/autocomplete-learndash/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 11, 2025 | 43/100 |
| 7 | [Easy Dash for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-dash-for-learndash/) | 700+ | 5/5 (3) | Jan 16, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 8 | [Widget Areas for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-areas-learndash/) | 600+ | 5/5 (10) | Jul 13, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 9 | [Topic Progression Using Storyline/Captivate for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/learndash-topic-progression-using-storyline-or-captivate/) | 400+ | 4/5 (4) | Feb 17, 2026 | 46/100 |
| 10 | [Manage Enrollment for LearnDash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/manage-enrollment-learndash/) | 400+ | 1/5 (2) | Sep 11, 2025 | 31/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Spotlightr safe to use in 2026?
Spotlightr is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 67/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Spotlightr?
Spotlightr is active on 200+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 9,784 times since it launched in August 2022. It was downloaded 343 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Spotlightr work with WordPress 7.1?
Spotlightr is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Spotlightr need?
Spotlightr requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Spotlightr last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.14, was released on August 24, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes Spotlightr?
Spotlightr is developed and maintained by Bill Zimmerman.

### What are the best alternatives to Spotlightr?
The most popular alternatives to Spotlightr are Uncanny Toolkit for LearnDa… (20K+ installs), Design Upgrade for LearnDash (7K+ installs) and BuddyPress for LearnDash (1K+ installs).


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