=== Vidplex - Ultimate Video Gallery Block for YouTube in Gutenberg ===
Contributors: Untapwp
Tags: block, blocks, youtube channel videos, youtube video gallery
Requires PHP: 7.3
Requires at least: 5.8
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

YouTube gallery plugin for WordPress – display channel videos or with video link/URL in responsive sliders, galleries, and featured layouts.

== Description ==
[Vidplex](https://untapwp.com/vidplex/) is a powerful YouTube video gallery plugin for WordPress that lets you showcase YouTube videos in responsive galleries, sliders, carousels, and featured sections. Display videos from entire channels or individual YouTube URLs, with automatic syncing of metadata like titles, thumbnails, and descriptions.

Vidplex turns your WordPress site into a dynamic YouTube video gallery, ideal for bloggers, content creators, news websites, educators, and businesses. Create engaging video layouts including sticky videos, background videos, and interactive featured sections—all optimized for speed and responsiveness.

Perfect for anyone who wants a professional, high-performing YouTube video gallery without slowing down their website.

= Display YouTube Videos Anywhere =

Showcase videos from your YouTube channel with a fully responsive YouTube video gallery featuring flexible layouts designed for performance and engagement. Vidplex integrates seamlessly with the WordPress block editor, letting you add videos anywhere on your website with ease.

= Connect and Sync YouTube Channels =

Simply connect your YouTube channel and let Vidplex create a dynamic YouTube video gallery, automatically fetching videos, thumbnails, titles, descriptions, and metadata. Scheduled syncing ensures your video content stays up-to-date without any manual effort.

= Beautiful Video Layouts =

Create stunning video sections using responsive layouts such as:

* YouTube video galleries
* Video carousels and sliders
* Featured video sections
* Sticky videos on scroll
* Background videos with overlays

These layouts help increase engagement and improve the overall user experience on your site.

= Channel Information Display =

Show YouTube channel details alongside your videos, including:

* Channel title
* Channel handle
* Description
* Subscriber information
* Subscribe button

This makes it easy for visitors to explore your channel and subscribe.

= Performance Optimized =

Vidplex is designed with performance in mind. Videos are cached locally to reduce API calls and ensure faster loading speeds while keeping content synchronized with YouTube.

= Seamless WordPress Integration =

Vidplex works natively with the WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg), making it easy to add and customize video displays directly inside your pages and posts.

= Ideal For =

Vidplex is perfect for:

* YouTube creators showcasing their channel on WordPress

* News and magazine websites embedding video content

* Businesses displaying product videos

* Bloggers sharing tutorials or video posts

* Educators publishing learning videos

= Key Features =

* YouTube Channel & URL Support – Display videos from a full channel or specific YouTube links.

* Responsive Video Galleries & Sliders – Stunning layouts that adapt to any device.

* Featured & Sticky Videos – Highlight important content or keep videos visible while scrolling.

* Video Carousels & Background Videos – Add dynamic, interactive video sections.

* Automatic Video Sync – Keep content up-to-date without manual updates.

* Channel Metadata Display – Show titles, handles, descriptions, subscriber info, and subscribe buttons.

* Popup & Overlay Playback – Engage visitors with interactive video experiences.

* Performance Optimized – Videos are cached locally for faster loading.

* Gutenberg Block Support – Easily add and customize video layouts inside WordPress.

Vidplex makes it simple to embed, manage, and showcase YouTube videos in WordPress with modern layouts and powerful automation.

== Installation ==

= Minimum Requirements =

* WordPress 6.0 or newer
* PHP 7.3 or newer (recommended)

= Installation =

= Direct from the Dashboard =
1. Go to WP Admin Dashboard > Plugins > Add New
2. Search for "Vidplex"
3. Click Install Now, and then activate the plugin.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What is Vidplex? =

Vidplex is a WordPress plugin that allows you to fetch, manage, and display videos from YouTube channels directly on your website using dynamic layouts and blocks.

= Where can I get support or ask questions? =

Still stuck? Post your query in our [support forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/vidplex/) or [contact us here](https://untapwp.com/support/).

= Is Vidplex for Free? =

Yes, it's free and provides additional premium features.

= Does Vidplex require a YouTube API key? =

Yes. Vidplex uses the YouTube Data API to fetch channel and video information, so a valid API key is required for the plugin to function properly.

= Can I display videos from multiple YouTube channels? =

Yes. Vidplex supports adding and managing multiple YouTube channels. Each channel can be displayed independently with its own layout and settings.

= How often does Vidplex refresh video data? =

Vidplex refreshes video and channel data automatically based on the refresh interval you configure in the plugin settings.

= Does Vidplex modify my YouTube content? =

No. Vidplex only retrieves and stores metadata from YouTube. It does not modify or affect your YouTube channels or videos.

= Where do I report security bugs? =

You can report any security bugs found in the source code of this plugin through the [Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/Vidplex). The Patchstack team will assist you with verification, CVE assignment and take care of notifying the developers of this plugin.

== Screenshots ==
1. Connect and Sync YouTube Channel Videos Automatically
2. Multiple Video Layouts for YouTube Video Gallery
3. Gutenberg Native Video Gallery Block for YouTube
4. Popup, Featured, Sticky and Background Video Playback

== Upgrade Notice ==

== Changelog ==
= 1.0.2 -  Mar 11, 2026 =
* FIX: 'Video Gallery' block list layout for channel videos.

= 1.0.1 -  Mar 09, 2026 =
* ADD: Blocks 'Channel Details' & 'Featured Video'.
* UPDATE: 'Video Gallery' block with multiple layouts.
* ADD: Channel sync feature.

= 1.0.0 - Aug 01, 2025 =
* Initial release.

== License ==

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later license. See [LICENSE](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html) for more details.