Active installs
20K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#1105
Peak #1105
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
1M
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WP YouTube Lyte currently ranks #1105 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.7.32, shipped on Aug 7, 2026 (today) — release #101 since the plugin joined the directory in 2010.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Frank Goossens |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.7.32 |
| Versions released | 101 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-07 |
| Added to directory | 2010-05-22 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
High performance YouTube video, playlist and audio-only embeds which don't slow down your blog and offer optimal accessibility.
Frequently asked questions
Is WP YouTube Lyte a free plugin?
Yes — WP YouTube Lyte is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use WP YouTube Lyte?
WordPress.org reports 20K+ active installs.
How popular is WP YouTube Lyte?
As of August 7, 2026, WP YouTube Lyte ranks #1105 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was WP YouTube Lyte last updated?
WP YouTube Lyte was last updated on August 7, 2026 (version 1.7.32). It has shipped 101 releases in total.
Who makes WP YouTube Lyte?
WP YouTube Lyte is developed by Frank Goossens. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2010.
