Auto source detection
Detects the video platform from URL patterns so builders spend less time on Source dropdown settings.
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Videtect – Auto Video Source for Elementor
Paste a video URL — Elementor’s Video widget detects the source.
Fewer than 10 active installsv1.0.5
01Overview
What it does.
Videtect adds an Auto Detect option to Elementor’s Video widget. Paste any supported video URL and the plugin identifies the source — you do not need to manually choose YouTube, Vimeo, or Self Hosted. It extends the existing widget rather than replacing it, and works with Elementor dynamic content. This plugin is not affiliated with Elementor.
02Features
Built for day-to-day WordPress work.
Auto-detects YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, VideoPress, and self-hosted URLs in the Elementor Video widget.
Multiple platforms
Supports YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, VideoPress, and self-hosted files (.mp4, .webm, .ogg, .mov, and more).
Dynamic content
Works with Elementor dynamic tags such as ACF fields and post meta after tags resolve.
Non-invasive extension
Extends Elementor’s Video widget with hooks — it does not replace the widget or remove original features.
Backward compatible
Existing Video widgets keep working; Auto Detect appears as an additional Source option when editing.
03Who it's for
Teams that benefit most.
01
Elementor builders
Drop in mixed YouTube, Vimeo, and self-hosted URLs without switching the Source control each time.
02
Content teams using ACF
Drive video URLs from custom fields or post meta and let detection run after dynamic tags resolve.
03
Agencies shipping templates
Ship layouts where editors only paste a URL — fewer training steps and fewer broken embeds.
04How it works
From install to everyday use.
Install and activate
Install Videtect from WordPress.org and ensure Elementor 3.0+ is active.
Add a Video widget
In Elementor, add a Video widget and choose Auto Detect from the Source control.
Paste any supported URL
Paste a YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, VideoPress, or self-hosted media URL — the plugin sets the source.
Override when needed
If detection fails, select a source manually from the dropdown; you can always override Auto Detect.
05Requirements
What you need to run it.
Versions listed on the WordPress.org plugin page.
- WordPress5.0 or higher
- PHP7.4 or higher
- Tested up to7.1.3
- Also requiresElementor 3.0 or higher
WordPress.org
Download, reviews, and support forum
Install counts, changelogs, and community support live on the official plugin directory.
07Related
More Codereyes plugins.
08FAQ
Common questions.
Answers from the WordPress.org plugin FAQ and listing.
Next step
Install Videtect – Auto Video Source for Elementor, or talk to Codereyes.
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