Official WordPress Plugin

Fast, Ad-Free Video for WordPress

Install SmartVideo, enter your CDN key, and your videos load through the lightweight, ad-free player — Vimeo embeds convert automatically, and uploaded or self-hosted videos play through the fast, ad-free player. Native support for Gutenberg, Elementor, Divi, and more.

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Works with Every Page Builder

Native blocks and widgets for the builders you already use. No shortcodes, no workarounds.

Gutenberg

Block

Elementor

Widget

Divi 5

Module
Beaver Builder

Beaver Builder

Module

Bricks

Element
Classic Editor

Classic Editor

Shortcode

Why WordPress Sites Choose SmartVideo

Lightweight Player, Not a Bloated Embed

YouTube embed
Heavy
SmartVideo
Lightweight

SmartVideo’s player is a fraction of the size. A standard YouTube embed loads a heavy bundle of scripts before the video even starts. That can be the difference between passing and failing Core Web Vitals.

Auto-convert Vimeo embeds

Flip a toggle in the plugin settings and SmartVideo upgrades existing Vimeo embeds across your entire site. No page edits, no shortcode swaps — it just works.

125+ edge locations worldwide

Videos are delivered from the nearest edge location. Your visitors get reliable playback whether they’re in New York, Tokyo, or São Paulo.

Your brand, your player

Custom colors, play button style, and watermarking (Pro). No YouTube logos, no “Watch on YouTube” links, no suggested videos pulling visitors away.

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Lightweight Player footprint

Up and Running in Under 2 Minutes

No developer needed. No code to write. The plugin handles everything.

  1. 1

    Install the plugin

    Search “SmartVideo” in your WordPress plugin directory, or upload the zip file. One click to activate.

  2. 2

    Enter your CDN key

    Grab your Swarm CDN key from the SmartVideo dashboard and paste it into the plugin settings.

  3. Done — videos are live

    SmartVideo serves your videos through the fast, ad-free player. Vimeo embeds convert automatically if enabled. Use smartvideo tags or the library for all other videos.

  • Tested with the latest WordPress · Compatible with PHP 7.3+
  • No theme conflicts — loads conditionally, only on pages with video
  • Rollback-safe: deactivate the plugin to restore original embeds
  • Need help? Priority support on Growth and Pro plans
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What WordPress Users Are Saying

From the moment you press play, it plays. No buffering problems. I’ve used it for almost 200 videos and it works like a charm.
Cyril M.
Cyril M. SmartVideo customer
Swarmify cut down our hosting expenses in half while accelerating load times and protecting our videos from unauthorized access. If you need a neat video player without unwanted branding, Swarmify is the way to go.
Vladimir S.
Vladimir S. CEO, Proficiens Academy
Goodbye, YouTube embeds. Will not miss you! The thing I hate the most about YouTube embeds, other than the bloated code, is that they can steal my traffic with their branding and suggested videos. Swarmify brings an amazing solution.
Roberto R.
Roberto R. SmartVideo customer
Lightweight Player bundle
2x Lighter pages than YouTube
6 Page builders supported
14 Day free trial

Builder-Specific Guides

Step-by-step setup for your page builder.

SmartVideo + Elementor

How to add the SmartVideo widget in Elementor and configure playback options.

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SmartVideo + Divi

Using the SmartVideo module inside Divi Builder layouts.

Read guide →

Using Bricks, Beaver Builder, or Gutenberg? The SmartVideo plugin registers native elements for each — no extra setup needed.

See how White & Jacobs uses SmartVideo on WordPress →

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SmartVideo work with my page builder?

Yes. SmartVideo includes native blocks/widgets for Gutenberg, Elementor, Divi 5, Beaver Builder, and Bricks. For the Classic Editor, use the [smartvideo] shortcode. The Vimeo auto-conversion feature works regardless of builder — it detects Vimeo embeds at the page level.

Will SmartVideo slow down my WordPress site?

The opposite. SmartVideo’s player is a fraction of the size of a standard YouTube embed, and it only loads on pages that contain video (conditional loading). Most sites see Core Web Vitals improve after installing.

Does it auto-replace Vimeo embeds?

Yes. Enable “Vimeo Conversion” in the plugin settings and SmartVideo will detect Vimeo iframes across your site and upgrade them to the fast, ad-free player. No page edits needed.

What video formats are supported?

MP4, HLS (M3U8), MPEG-DASH, and WebM for video. MP3, AAC, and Opus for audio. The player handles adaptive bitrate streaming automatically.

Do I need to edit my existing pages?

For Vimeo embeds, no — auto-conversion upgrades them site-wide. For other videos, use the SmartVideo block in your page builder, the shortcode in the Classic Editor, or upload to the SmartVideo library and grab the embed code.

Is there a free trial?

Yes — every plan includes a 14-day free trial with no charge until day 15. The plugin itself is free to install from WordPress.org. See pricing for plan details.

What kind of support does SmartVideo offer?

Every plan includes email support from real humans — not chatbots. Most questions are answered within a few hours. Growth and Pro plans get priority response times.

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Lightweight Video Starts Here

Install SmartVideo and serve every video on your WordPress site through a lightweight, ad-free player. Unlimited bandwidth, zero ads, and native builder support from $19/month. See how SmartVideo speeds up WordPress sites.

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