VidVix Video Paywall
Sell time-limited access to local or remote video files with PayPal and protected same-site playback.
Solid choice
VidVix Video Paywall is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 71/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 3 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where VidVix Video Paywall stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| pay per view | >100 |
| paypal video | >100 |
| protected video | >100 |
| video paywall | #6 |
| video rental | #38 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About VidVix Video Paywall
From the official readme · v1.1.1Description
VidVix helps site owners rent access to individual videos directly from WordPress. Add videos in the shortcode generator, set one fixed rental duration and price, then place the generated shortcode on any post or page.
Visitors see a rental button first. After they click the button, PayPal checkout buttons are shown. Once payment is captured, VidVix grants time-limited access and serves playback through a protected same-site stream URL.
Features include:
- PayPal checkout integration.
- Fixed rental price and duration for all videos.
- Local server file or remote HTTPS video URL support.
- Shortcode generator and saved shortcode list.
- Downloadable rental access log in the WordPress admin.
- Protected same-site playback URLs for unlocked rentals.
- Upgrade link for learning about the PRO version on The App Mill website.
Tutorial
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eU_RVB3OXMU
External services
VidVix uses external services only for payment processing and optional support or upgrade links.
PayPal
VidVix connects to PayPal to display PayPal checkout buttons and to create, verify, and capture video rental payments. The PayPal JavaScript SDK is loaded from https://www.paypal.com/sdk/js on pages where a VidVix shortcode is displayed and a PayPal Client ID has been saved. VidVix also sends server-side API requests to PayPal when creating and capturing checkout orders.
Data sent to PayPal may include the PayPal Client ID, payment amount, currency, video rental reference, order ID, and other payment details required by PayPal to process the transaction. PayPal may return transaction identifiers and payer information such as payer email, which VidVix stores in the WordPress database as part of the rental log.
PayPal is provided by PayPal, Inc.
PayPal Terms of Service:
https://www.paypal.com/us/legalhub/paypal/useragreement-full
PayPal Privacy Policy:
https://www.paypal.com/us/legalhub/privacy-full
PayPal Developer Documentation:
https://developer.paypal.com/
The App Mill
The plugin includes an “Upgrade to PRO” admin menu link to The App Mill website:
https://www.theappmill.com/vidvix/index.html
This link is only opened when clicked by the user. No data is sent to The App Mill by the plugin unless the user chooses to open the link in their browser.
Privacy
VidVix stores rental records in the WordPress database.
When PayPal is enabled, payment information required to process transactions is transmitted to PayPal.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files or install the plugin ZIP through the WordPress Plugins screen.
- Activate VidVix from the Plugins screen.
- Go to VidVix > Settings in the WordPress admin menu.
- Enter your PayPal Client ID, PayPal Secret, and PayPal API Base URL.
- Use the PayPal sandbox API base URL while testing payments before going live.
- Set the fixed rental duration, currency, and price for your video rentals.
- Save the settings and confirm that no PayPal credential warnings are shown.
- Go to VidVix > Shortcodes.
- Add a video ID and a local server file path or full HTTPS video URL.
- Save the shortcode and check that it appears in the shortcode list.
- Copy the generated shortcode into the post or page where the video should be sold.
- Open the page as a visitor and make a sandbox payment test before publishing.
Frequently asked questions
What shortcode does the plugin use?
Use the generated shortcode from the Shortcode List. It looks like this: [vidvix video_id="12345"]
Can each video have a different price?
No. This version uses one fixed rental price and duration for every video.
Is the video file hidden before payment?
Yes. Each video is displayed using a video ID instead of exposing the saved file or URL in the shortcode.
Is the original video URL exposed after payment?
No. Playback is served through a protected same-site stream URL instead of exposing the saved file path or remote URL directly.
Does this work with PayPal sandbox?
Yes. Use https://api-m.sandbox.paypal.com as the PayPal API Base URL for sandbox testing.
Where are rentals stored?
Rental access records are stored in the WordPress database.
Can I use remote video files?
Yes. The catalog supports full HTTPS video URLs as well as local server paths.
Do visitors need to refresh the page after payment?
No. After a successful PayPal payment, VidVix unlocks and loads the video automatically.
Does the plugin send data to third-party services?
Yes. When PayPal payments are enabled, payment-related information is sent to PayPal in order to process transactions.
What does the PRO version add?
The PRO version adds: Per-video pricing Per-video rental duration Button customization Additional configuration options
Changelog
Keeps VidVix admin screens free from notices generated by other plugins.
1.1.1
- Completely suppressed notices from other plugins on VidVix admin screens.
- Added protection against notices injected after page load.
1.1.0
- Added a video tutorial to the plugin readme.
- Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 7.0.3.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
Screenshots
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FAQ
VidVix Video Paywall: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 17, 2026
Is VidVix Video Paywall free?
Yes. VidVix Video Paywall is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is VidVix Video Paywall safe to use in 2026?
VidVix Video Paywall is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 71/100 on our health check.
How many websites use VidVix Video Paywall?
VidVix Video Paywall is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 366 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 99 times in the last 30 days.
Does VidVix Video Paywall work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested VidVix Video Paywall up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.
What PHP version does VidVix Video Paywall need?
VidVix Video Paywall requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was VidVix Video Paywall last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 24, 2026 (3 weeks ago).
Who makes VidVix Video Paywall?
VidVix Video Paywall is developed and maintained by Lise Rasmussen.
What are the best alternatives to VidVix Video Paywall?
The most popular alternatives to VidVix Video Paywall are Video Share VOD (50+ installs), Paid Videochat Turnkey Site (20+ installs) and Pay-To-View Lite (10+ installs).
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