=== GoDAM - Organize WordPress Media Library & File Manager with Unlimited Folders for Images, Videos & more ===
Contributors: rtcamp, elifvish, subodhrajpopat, kuldipchaudhary, prachigarg19, juzar, geekofshire, nazmulhassann20, joelabreo, mi5t4n, abhinavbelhekar03, gautam23, mukulsingh27, hbhalodia, kishu7270, opurockey, utsavladani, whiteshadow01, ahmarzaidi, im3dabasia1, rudrakshigupta, sabbir1991, shreyasikhar26
Tags: transcoder, video, media library, folders, file manager
Requires at least: 6.5
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 2.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Manage and optimize digital assets with GoDAM – featuring transcoding, adaptive streaming, interactive video layers, and video analytics.

== Description ==
[GoDAM](https://godam.io/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=description-link) combines multiple media tools into one WordPress plugin and provides three key features:

✓ **Advanced Media Manager / Digital Asset Management** – Create unlimited folders and sub-folders to organize your media, manage everything from a central media repository, add advanced metadata, and serve automatically transcoded media optimized for each device.
✓ **Interactive Video for better conversion** – Embed video layers with in-video forms to capture leads directly from videos, add polls and CTAs to prompt user action, and use hotspots to tag and identify products during playback.
✓ **Video Hosting** – WordPress-native video hosting with a customizable player. Upload large videos that get automatically transcoded, stored in the cloud, and delivered through a global CDN with adaptive bitrate streaming.

Let’s dive into each of these in detail.

Paid plans start at $7.5 per month (annual subscription) (for unlimited sites) or [Start for free](https://godam.io/pricing/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=start-free).

Check out our source code and contribute to the plugin on GitHub: [Official GoDAM GitHub](https://github.com/rtCamp/godam).

👉 Read Our Blog : [link](https://godam.io/blog/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=blog-link)

👉 Official Free Demo Link: [Try out GoDAM Demo](https://demo.godam.io/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=demo-link)

👉 Learn More About GoDAM Pro : [All The Features of GoDAM](https://godam.io/features/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=features-link)


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= Advanced Media Manager =

Organize your media library for better workflow efficiency with:

📌 **Media Library Manager**
✓ Unlimited folders & subfolders
✓ Drag-and-drop file organization
✓ Advanced search, sort & filtering
✓ Bookmark & lock folders
✓ Download as zip
✓ Image, video, audio, and PDF are supported

Check full description [here](https://godam.io/features/wordpress-advanced-media-management/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=advanced-media-management)

📌 **GoDAM Central (Digital Asset Management for WordPress) [Paid]**
✓ Centralized media library with unified cloud storage & CDN delivery
✓ Sync and use assets across multiple WordPress sites (upload media at one site, insert it anywhere across connected sites)
✓ Single video pages with comments, reactions, and role-based team collaboration
✓ Media sharing & embeds
✓ Supports video, audio, images & PDFs

Check full description [here](https://godam.io/features/godam-central/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=godam-central).

= Interactive Video =

Interactive videos turn viewers into customers, boosting conversion and revenue.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bjtOJKDLcU]

📌 **Video Layers**
✓ Embed lead capture forms inside videos
✓ Video CTAs to display offers, deals, etc.
✓ Interactive video hotspots
✓ In-video polls to gather viewer opinions during playback
✓ [Video form recorder](https://godam.io/features/form-recorder/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=form-recorder) (upload or record via webcam/screen inside forms)

Check the full description [here](https://godam.io/features/interactive-video-layers/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=interactive-video-layers).

📌 **Ad Monetization (Video ads)**
✓ Earn from your WordPress videos by displaying ads, including self-hosted ads and third-party networks like Google AdSense. Check full description [here](https://godam.io/features/ads-integration/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=ads-integration).

= Video Hosting =

WordPress native video hosting solution, perfect for creators, marketing teams, LMS platforms & more.

📌 **Video Transcoding, Adaptive Bitrate Streaming & Cloud Storage [Paid]**
✓ Offload videos to cloud storage and serve via CDN
✓ Automatic video transcoding with support for a wide range of video formats and multiple resolutions (240p to 4K)
✓ Adaptive bitrate streaming that adjusts video quality in real time for a buffer-free viewing experience
✓ Video watermarking
✓ Auto-generate up to 10 thumbnails
✓ Supported audio formats: MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG
✓ Supported video formats: 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MOV (QDM2 only), MP4, OGV, WEBM, WMV

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUlusFfbHQA]

📌 **Fully Branded & Customizable Video Player**
✓ Use 5 different video player themes or create your own using custom CSS
✓ Custom logo, color & branding
✓ Completely ad-free with no redirects

📌 **Advanced Video Analytics [Paid]**
✓ Get first-party video insights to understand viewer behavior, make data-driven decisions, and refine your content strategy.
✓ Play rate, watch time, engagement
✓ Heatmaps to understand dropoffs
✓ Geo-based traffic data
✓ Performance comparison

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4NPuLDHS-U]

📌 **Additional Video Features**
✓ Video chapters
✓ AI transcriptions [Paid]
✓ Video SEO with in-built schema & metadata fields
✓ Video gallery
✓ Likes, comments & view counts for videos [Paid]
✓ Migrate Vimeo videos to GoDAM with essential metadata
✓ Use Screen Recorder Chrome extension to record videos & embed into WordPress [Paid]

= Integrations =

GoDAM works seamlessly with popular WordPress plugins to enhance interactivity and engagement:

- [Gravity Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/gravity-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=gravity-forms-integration) – Add forms directly to your videos to collect leads and feedback.
- [WPForms](https://godam.io/integrations/wp-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=wpforms-integration) – Integrate lightweight forms for surveys, signups, or user inputs.
- [Contact Form 7](https://godam.io/integrations/contact-form-7/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=contact-form-7-integration) – Use a classic contact form plugin inside your videos for engagement.
- [Jetpack Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/jetpack-form/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=jetpack-forms-integration) – Block Editor based forms for lead generation and engagement.
- [Forminator Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/forminator-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=forminator-forms-integration) – Advanced form builder with powerful features for lead capture.
- [Fluent Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/fluent-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=fluent-forms-integration) – Modern form builder with advanced conditional logic and integrations.
- [SureForms](https://godam.io/integrations/sureforms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=sureforms-integration) – Professional form solution with advanced features and analytics.
- [Everest Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/everest-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=everest-forms-integration) – User-friendly form builder with drag-and-drop functionality.
- [Ninja Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/ninja-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=ninja-forms-integration) – Powerful form builder with advanced features and conditional logic.
- [MetForm](https://godam.io/integrations/metform/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=metform-integration) – Modern form builder with drag-and-drop interface and advanced styling options.
- [WP-Polls](https://godam.io/integrations/polls/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=wp-polls-integration) – Add live polls to your videos and gather audience opinions in real-time.
- [Elementor](https://godam.io/integrations/elementor/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=elementor-integration) – Drag-and-drop GoDAM widgets for easy content creation.
- [WPBakery](https://godam.io/integrations/wpbakery/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=wpbakery-integration) – Add GoDAM Video, Audio, and Gallery elements to WPBakery pages.
- [LifterLMS](https://godam.io/integrations/lifterlms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=lifterlms-integration) – Integrate GoDAM with LifterLMS for course management and video delivery.

= Important Links =
✓ [Upgrade to a paid plan](https://godam.io/pricing?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=pricing-link) starting at just $7.5 per month (annual subscription) for unlimited sites (or [Start for free](https://godam.io/pricing?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=start-free))
✓ [All features](https://godam.io/features/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=features-link)
✓ [All integrations](https://godam.io/integrations/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=integrations-link)
✓ [Demo](https://demo.godam.io/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=demo-link)
✓ [Documentation](https://godam.io/docs/overview/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=docs-link)
✓ [Support](https://godam.io/contact/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=support-link)

= Pricing Plans =
[View Pricing Plans](https://godam.io/pricing?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=pricing-link)

✓ **7-Day Free Trial** available for each subscription plan.
✓ Flexible pricing options to suit different needs.
✓ Upgrade or cancel anytime based on usage.

== Installation ==
Method 1: WordPress Dashboard
1. Log in to WordPress (your-site.com/wp-admin).
2. Go to Plugins → Add New.
3. Search for GoDAM, click Install Now, then Activate.

Method 2: Manual Upload
1. Download the GoDAM plugin ZIP.
2. In WordPress, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
3. Select the ZIP file, click Install Now, then Activate.

The GoDAM menu should appear on your admin dashboard!

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= What is GoDAM, and how does it work? =
A. GoDAM is a media management service that seamlessly integrates with your WordPress site to optimize and enhance your audio and video content. It automatically converts uploaded audio files to MP3 and video files to MPD format. Additionally, GoDAM offers a suite of powerful features, including thumbnail generation, shortcode support, customizable video layers (like Gravity Forms, text/image CTAs, video hotspots, and ads), adaptive bitrate streaming for smooth playback, and advanced asset management tools.

To get started, you just need to install the GoDAM plugin on your WordPress website and subscribe to a plan. Once set up, GoDAM helps you manage, edit, and deliver media content more efficiently, making it a perfect solution for creators, educators, and businesses.

= Which file types are supported? =
A. GoDAM converts all supported audio files to MP3 format and video files to MPD format.
Supported input formats:
✓ Audio: MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG
✓ Video: 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MOV (QDM2 only), MP4, OGV, WEBM, WMV

= Who is GoDAM designed for? =
A. Our solution is perfect for content creators, marketers, educators, e-commerce businesses, and anyone looking to enhance their video strategy with customizable and interactive features.

= What are Video Layers, and how do they work? =
A. Video Layers allow you to add interactive elements like forms, CTAs, ads, and hotspots directly onto your videos. For example, you can pause a video to collect leads using Gravity Forms or display a call-to-action at a specific timestamp.

= What is adaptive bitrate streaming? =
A. Adaptive bitrate streaming ensures that viewers get the best possible video quality based on their network conditions. It adjusts the resolution dynamically, providing a seamless viewing experience even on slower connections.

= Can I customize the video player? =
A. Yes, our customizable player allows you to tailor the controls, branding, and features to match your unique requirements and branding guidelines.

= Is there a free trial available? =
A. Yes! You can start with a 7-day free trial to explore all features. If you decide not to continue with the subscribed plan, you can cancel anytime and remove your credit card.

= Can I track video engagement and analytics? =
A. Yes, GoDAM provides robust analytics tools to track video engagement, including metrics like play counts, watch time, and heatmaps to see which parts of your videos are most engaging. These insights help you optimize your content strategy.

== Screenshots ==
1. General Settings
2. Video Settings with valid API Key
3. Video Editor
4. Video Layer Selection
5. Hotspot Layer
6. Ads Integration
7. Gravity Forms Integration
8. Player Settings
9. Enhanced Media Library (DAM)
10. Post-Specific Video Settings
11. Attachment Video Details
12. Single Video Analytics
13. Video Analytics Dashboard
14. GoDAM Central Selector Tab
15. GoDAM Recorder Field for Gravity Forms
16. Automatic Video Transcription
17. GoDAM Central
18. Image Upload to GoDAM Central
19. Single Video Page in  GoDAM Central
20. Settings Page in GoDAM Central
21. GoDAM Video Gallery Block
22. Elementor GoDAM Gallery Widget
23. Elementor GoDAM Video Widget
24. Video Player Style Settings
25. Global Ads Settings
26. Chapters Interface
27. Likes and Comments

== Changelog ==

= v2.0.0 (July 14, 2026) =

- Feat: GoDAM 2.0 brings a complete visual redesign across the admin and front end, with refreshed branding, new logos, and updated block icons.
- Feat: Rebuilt the Video Editor with a streamlined layout for managing layers, hotspots, CTAs, and forms.
- Feat: Added a guided onboarding experience, embedded in the plugin and integrated with GoDAM Central.
- Feat: Redesigned the analytics dashboard with a cleaner layout, a Layer Timeline range control, and Top Videos improvements.
- Feat: Redesigned the Video Player, Video Gallery, Audio, and Document blocks.
- Tweak: The admin UI now follows the WordPress admin colour scheme, and the front end follows the configured brand colour.
- Tweak: The Video Layer editor now warns before leaving with unsaved changes.
- Tweak: The WooCommerce integration toggle is disabled when no valid API key is present, as it is a Pro feature.
- Fix: Various QA fixes across blocks, the video editor, and the media gallery.

= v1.13.0 (June 18, 2026) =

- Feat: Track GoDAM media usage across post content, blocks, shortcodes, Elementor, block widgets, and featured images — recording where each asset is used and notifying GoDAM Central.
- Feat: Automatically backfill media usage for existing content in the background, via the migration runner in Action Scheduler batches, on upgrade.
- Tweak: Authenticate GoDAM Central media-usage logging and retry failed notifications with backoff so transient outages do not lose events.

= v1.12.2 (June 16, 2026) =

- Tweak: Aligned `[godam_video]` and `[godam_video_gallery]` shortcode attributes with responsive block attributes.
- Tweak: Refactored GoDAM Video and GoDAM Video Gallery widgets for both Elementor and WPBakery.
- Fix: Resolved hotspot layer popup overlapping issues.
- Fix: Added validation to prevent non-video file selections in the GoDAM Video block.
- Fix: Added validation to prevent non-audio file selections in the GoDAM Audio block.
- Fix: Restored vertical spacing for toggle controls in the block inspector across audio, gallery, and player blocks.
- Fix: Resolved style and spacing issues in the video editor.

= v1.12.1 (June 12, 2026) =

- Fix: Resolved security issues.

[CHECK THE FULL CHANGELOG](https://github.com/rtCamp/godam/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md)

== External Services ==
This plugin relies on third-party services to provide specific features. Below is a detailed explanation of the external services used, what data is sent, and under what conditions.

=== godam.io ===
Purpose: This service stores feedback submitted by users during plugin deactivation to help us improve the plugin and understand user concerns.

Data Sent:

1. Site URL

2. Reason for deactivation

3. Name

4. Email ID

When Data is Sent:
Data is sent only when a user submits the deactivation feedback form after clicking the deactivate button.

Service Provider: [godam.io](https://godam.io)

[Terms of Service](https://godam.io/tos/) | [Privacy Policy](https://godam.io/privacy-policy/)

=== app.godam.io ===
Purpose: This service is used for transcoding media uploaded by users and verifying the API Key to ensure the plugin is authorized for use.

Data Sent:

1. Site URL

2. API Key

3. Author Email (optional, can be filtered out)

4. Author First Name (optional, can be filtered out)

5. Author Last Name (optional, can be filtered out)

When Data is Sent:

1. During media transcoding when the user uploads a video.

2. When the plugin checks for a valid API Key.

Service Provider: app.godam.io

[Terms of Service](https://godam.io/tos/) | [Privacy Policy](https://godam.io/privacy-policy/)

=== analytics.godam.io ===
Purpose: This service collects analytics data when a user watches a video on the frontend. It helps track video performance, user engagement, and campaign effectiveness.

Data Sent:

1. IP Address

2. Email

3. Author of the post's display name

4. Browser version, name, and browser language

5. User Agent String

6. The operating system of the user's device (e.g., Windows, macOS, Android)

When Data is Sent:

1. When the page containing the video loads.

2. When the user exits the page after watching the video.

Service Provider: analytics.godam.io

[Terms of Service](https://godam.io/tos/) | [Privacy Policy](https://godam.io/privacy-policy/)
