Wix Video That Won’t Eat Your Storage
Videos that load without bloat, play without YouTube ads, and never count against your Wix storage. Add one script via Custom Code — no app install, no per-video fees, no surprise bills when traffic spikes.
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Why Video on Wix Falls Short
Wix Video App Is Basic
The built-in Wix Video app gives you no player customization, no engagement analytics, and no CDN control. You’re stuck with a one-size-fits-all player and zero insight into how viewers interact with your content.
Uploads Eat Your Site Storage
Native video uploads count against Wix’s site storage — limited on most plans. A few high-quality videos can eat half your quota, forcing you to upgrade your entire Wix subscription just for more video space.
Custom Players Are Difficult
Wix’s drag-and-drop editor makes custom video player implementations difficult. You’re locked into the default player styling with minimal control over controls, colors, or behavior.
How SmartVideo Makes Wix Video Actually Work
Auto-Convert Existing Videos
Go to your Wix dashboard, navigate to Settings → Custom Code → Add Code to Head, and paste one script. SmartVideo auto-converts existing Vimeo embeds site-wide — no app install, no marketplace dependency, no recurring platform fees. Requires a Premium plan. Installation guide →
Manual Placement with HTML Embed
To place specific videos with <smartvideo> tags, paste both the script snippet and the tag together in one HTML Embed block. Wix renders embeds in sandboxed iframes, so the script and tag need to stay in the same block.
CDN-Accelerated Delivery
Our own global edge network delivers your videos with low-latency delivery worldwide. No Wix hosting bandwidth consumed — SmartVideo handles all video delivery independently, so your site stays fast regardless of video traffic.
Auto Vimeo Conversion
Already using Vimeo embeds on your Wix site? SmartVideo detects and converts them automatically — no re-uploading, no editing pages one by one. Your existing Vimeo videos just get lighter.
Lightweight Player
The SmartVideo player is lightweight — a fraction of YouTube’s heavy embed. On Wix sites that already carry a heavier framework, this difference is critical. No compounding bloat, no layout shift, no jank.
A sample video in the live SmartVideo player — no branding, no related videos, no logo in the corner.
See it on a Wix page →Set Up in Under 5 Minutes
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Get Your SmartVideo Snippet
Copy the SmartVideo script from your dashboard.
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Add an HTML Embed Block
On your page, add an HTML Embed element and paste BOTH the script snippet AND the
<smartvideo>tag together inside it. Size and position as needed. - 3
Publish
Hit Publish — videos stream via SmartVideo’s global CDN. No Wix storage consumed. Vimeo embeds convert automatically.
How SmartVideo Compares
| Feature | Wix Video App | YouTube Embed | SmartVideo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embed speed | Moderate | Slow | Fast |
| Ads & branding | None | Ads + YouTube logo | None |
| Adaptive streaming | Basic | Yes | Yes (HLS) |
| Storage impact | Counts against Wix plan | YouTube servers | Separate, by plan |
| Bandwidth | Shared with site | Unlimited (ad-supported) | Unlimited |
| Starting price | Included (limited) | Free (with ads) | $19/mo |
| Player weight | Moderate | Heavy | Lightweight |
| Auto Vimeo convert | No | N/A | Yes |
| CDN delivery | Wix CDN | Google CDN | Own edge network |
| Setup | Built-in app | Paste embed code | Paste one HTML Embed block |
Built for Wix Site Owners Who Take Video Seriously
More than 150 million video plays a year run through SmartVideo.
- Easyto set up and as easy to use
“This tool is easy to setup and as easy to use. Does the job as intended, no nonsense. Really enhances the experience of having video on your website.”
- 5sfaster to start than YouTube embeds
“I set up a page with a YouTube video side by side with SmartVideo and pressed play on both. SmartVideo loaded immediately; YouTube took 5 seconds to start. It became a no-brainer, and we’ve been a customer ever since.”
- Ad-freeremoves YouTube branding and ads
“It removes Youtube branding and ads from the videos on our site. We can also do our advertising which I have yet to do. Outstanding support.”
- +10%conversion rate from lead to customer
“We’ve had a 10% increase in conversion rate from lead to customer. We believe this is directly related to the addition of video to the website.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Get in touch or browse the help center.
Does SmartVideo work with Wix’s free plan?
No. Wix’s Custom Code feature (required to add the SmartVideo script) is only available on Premium plans. You need at least a Wix Premium plan to use custom head code. Once you have Premium, setup takes under 5 minutes.
Can I use SmartVideo with Wix Editor X / Wix Studio?
Yes. Wix Studio (formerly Editor X) supports Custom Code and HTML Embed elements the same way the standard Wix Editor does. Add the script via Custom Code to auto-convert existing videos, or place custom videos by putting the script snippet and <smartvideo> tag together in one HTML Embed block.
Will SmartVideo conflict with the Wix Video app?
No. SmartVideo operates independently of the Wix Video app. You can use both simultaneously — SmartVideo won’t interfere with native Wix Video elements on your pages. Many users keep Wix Video for basic clips and use SmartVideo for high-priority content.
How does SmartVideo handle mobile on Wix?
The SmartVideo player is fully responsive and optimized for mobile. It adapts to any container size, supports touch controls, and uses adaptive bitrate streaming to match the viewer’s connection speed — critical on mobile networks.
Can I auto-convert Vimeo embeds on my Wix site?
Yes. Once the SmartVideo script is installed, it automatically detects and converts Vimeo embeds across your entire Wix site. No need to edit individual pages or re-upload videos.
Does SmartVideo work with Wix’s dynamic pages (CMS)?
Yes. Because the SmartVideo script loads site-wide via Custom Code, it works on both static pages and dynamic CMS-driven pages. For auto-converting existing Vimeo embeds, the script handles them automatically. For placing custom <smartvideo> tags on dynamic pages, paste both the script snippet and the tag together in one HTML Embed block, just like static pages.
What happens if I exceed my view limit?
You’re never cut off. A small per-thousand overage rate applies. No throttling, no interruption — your videos keep playing.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Every plan comes with a 14-day free trial. A credit card is required to start, but you are not charged until day 15 — cancel before the trial ends and you will not be charged.
Load the script site-wide via Settings → Custom Code to auto-convert existing videos, or place specific videos with one HTML Embed block that contains both the script and tag together — no premium Wix Video plan, no Velo coding, and none of the storage caps Wix puts on uploaded video.
Try SmartVideo on Your Wix Site
Fast, ad-free video that doesn’t eat your storage. Add one script via Custom Code — no app install, no per-video fees.
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