VMV Preloader
The first modern preloader as animation handwriting text SVG! 11 variants of preloader.
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VMV Preloader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.0 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where VMV Preloader stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| preload | >100 |
| preloader | >100 |
| site preloader | >100 |
| wordpress preloader | >100 |
About VMV Preloader
From the official readme · v1.3.1Description
VMV Preloader is a modern solution with SVG/JavaScript/CSS animation. Preloader based on Web Components. It offers visual feedback in the event of content being loaded.
This solution increase the chance of a new user wait load your WordPress website.
VMV Preloader is:
- Full Responsive and retina ready
- No Image
- Faster Loading
- No coding necessary.
More information vmv.one
Right now plugin has 11 themes and one example of personal signature.
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Installation
- Download and activate the plugin
- Go to
settings=>VMV Preloader - Choose the Options of your choice
- Click
Savebutton.
Or
- Put the plug-in folder
VMV Preloaderinto [wordpress_dir]/wp-content/plugins/ - Go into the WordPress admin interface and activate the plugin
- Go to
settings=>VMV Preloader - Choose the Options of your choice
- Click
Savebutton.
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FAQ
VMV Preloader: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 19, 2026
Is VMV Preloader free?
Yes. VMV Preloader is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is VMV Preloader safe to use in 2026?
VMV Preloader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use VMV Preloader?
VMV Preloader is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,178 times since it launched in June 2022. It was downloaded 42 times in the last 30 days.
Does VMV Preloader work with WordPress 7.1?
VMV Preloader is officially tested up to WordPress 6.0.17, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does VMV Preloader need?
VMV Preloader requires PHP 7.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was VMV Preloader last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.1, was released on January 27, 2023 (4 years ago).
Who makes VMV Preloader?
VMV Preloader is developed and maintained by Aleksandr Zidyganov.
What are the best alternatives to VMV Preloader?
The most popular alternatives to VMV Preloader are Preloader (20K+ installs), WP Performance Score Booster (10K+ installs) and Safelayout Cute Preloader (10K+ installs).
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