WP Video Playlist
Easily create and display video playlists on your WordPress site using media files or YouTube videos.
Consider an alternative
WP Video Playlist shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where WP Video Playlist stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| playlist | #55 |
| video | >100 |
| video player | >100 |
| Video Playlist | #41 |
| youtube playlist | #65 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About WP Video Playlist
From the official readme · v1.1.2Description
Easily create and display video playlists on your WordPress site using media files or YouTube videos.
Features
- Add video items to a playlist directly from your media files.
- Include YouTube videos in your playlist.
Shortcodes
Use the following shortcode to display the video playlist anywhere on your site:
[videoplayer]
Installation
- Download the plugin
.zipfile. - Log in to your WordPress admin panel.
- Navigate to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
- Upload the
.zipfile and install the plugin. - Activate the WP Video Playlist plugin from the plugin list.
- Go to Video Player, add your videos, and enjoy!
Frequently asked questions
How do I add videos to the playlist?
Navigate to Video Player from the WordPress sidebar. Click Add Video beside the Videos section. Click the Add Video button and select the video you want to add. Optionally, add a custom title and URL: The first field is for the video title. The second field is for the video URL. Click Save to finalize your playlist. Copy the generated shortcode and paste it wherever you want to display the video player.
How do I add the video player in Elementor?
Open the page where you want to add the Video Player. Locate the FDK category in the Elementor sidebar. Drag and drop the Video Player widget into your desired location on the page.
How do I add the video player in Gutenberg?
Open the page or post where you want to add the WP Video Playlist block. Click the Add Block button (the + icon). Search for WP Video Playlist in the block search bar. Click on the WP Video Playlist block to add it to your content. Configure the block settings as needed. Publish or update the page to display the video playlist.
Changelog
Now supports Elementor and Gutenberg widgets.
1.1.2
- Added Elementor category FDK.
1.0.9
- Added support for Elementor and Gutenberg widgets.
1.0.8
- Performance improvements.
Screenshots
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FAQ
WP Video Playlist: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is WP Video Playlist free?
Yes. WP Video Playlist is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is WP Video Playlist safe to use in 2026?
WP Video Playlist shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.
How many websites use WP Video Playlist?
WP Video Playlist is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 5,244 times since it launched in February 2019. It was downloaded 89 times in the last 30 days.
Does WP Video Playlist work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Video Playlist is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does WP Video Playlist need?
WP Video Playlist requires PHP 5.7 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was WP Video Playlist last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.2, was released on December 11, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes WP Video Playlist?
WP Video Playlist is developed and maintained by Sandeep Kumar.
What are the best alternatives to WP Video Playlist?
The most popular alternatives to WP Video Playlist are Seriously Simple Podcasting (30K+ installs), Cue by AudioTheme.com (6K+ installs) and My YouTube Channel (5K+ installs).
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