Active installs
300+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#10902
Peak #10902
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
16.2K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Better Core Video Embeds currently ranks #10902 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.3.8, shipped on Jun 2, 2025 (431 days ago) — release #17 since the plugin joined the directory in 2022.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Highrise Digital |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.3.8 |
| Versions released | 17 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-02 |
| Added to directory | 2022-11-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
A plugin which enhances the core embed block for Youtube, Daily Motion and Vimeo videos by not loading unnecessary scripts until they are needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is Better Core Video Embeds a free plugin?
Yes — Better Core Video Embeds is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Better Core Video Embeds?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Better Core Video Embeds?
As of August 7, 2026, Better Core Video Embeds ranks #10902 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Better Core Video Embeds last updated?
Better Core Video Embeds was last updated on June 2, 2025 (version 1.3.8). It has shipped 17 releases in total.
Who makes Better Core Video Embeds?
Better Core Video Embeds is developed by Highrise Digital. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2022.
