README

=== Jetpack VideoPress  ===
Contributors: automattic, retrofox, oskosk, thehenridev, renatoagds, lhkowalski, nunyvega, leogermani, cgastrell
Tags: video, video-hosting, video-player, cdn, video-streaming

Requires at least: 6.6
Tested up to: 6.7
Stable tag: 1.5
Requires PHP: 7.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
The finest video hosting for WordPress. Drag and drop videos through the WordPress editor and keep the focus on your content, not the ads.

== Description ==

### AD-FREE, CUSTOMIZABLE VIDEO PLAYER FOR WORDPRESS

With an immersive design, VideoPress is ideal for videographers, creators, filmmakers, educators, and bloggers seeking to upload high-quality videos with ease.

= Built for WordPress =

Take advantage of full integration with the best video hosting plugin created specifically for WordPress. Bring your ideas to the screen and save time by managing your videos in the same interface as your website. You can drag and drop videos directly into WordPress, and manage them in the media library.

= Ad-free videos offer a better experience =

Tired of video companies sending your customers to their app to view videos? Or worse, showing inappropriate ads to your site visitors? Our customizable video player for WordPress keeps people on your site so the spotlight is all yours. With VideoPress, you can avoid intrusive ads or imposing player branding.

= High-quality, lightning-fast video hosting =

Take the complexity out of self-hosting videos. VideoPress offers fully-hosted videos and a CDN to ensure instant video speed for your audience around the globe. With our powerful and reliable hosting infrastructure, you can provide your audience with fast-motion videos with 60 FPS and full 4K resolution.

= A complete video experience from the WordPress Editor =

With the [Jetpack VideoPress Block](https://jetpack.com/support/jetpack-videopress/add-video-block-editor/), adding videos to your content has never been easier. This powerful tool lets you effortlessly insert videos straight from the WordPress Editor and comes packed with advanced features like subtitles, captions, chapters, private videos, and poster images.

* Adaptive Streaming – Videos play back faster by automatically adjusting video quality based on bandwidth and display size. The viewer can still choose the quality they’d like in the menu.
* Reliable Global Hosting and Video CDN – Built on WordPress.com’s world-class cloud infrastructure, your videos are stored in multiple servers across the globe to ensure quick delivery no matter where your audience is.
* Subtitles, Captions, and Chapters – Simply upload your text tracks via the VideoPress block and they will be available on the video as soon as you publish.
* Progress Bar Color Match – The VideoPress seekbar now adapts its color to match the scenes in your videos. This makes your content really pop.
* Optimized for mobile – Switch between mobile and desktop without missing a beat.
* Picture-in-picture – Pop out the video from the web browser for easier viewing.
* Unlimited Logins – Work with a team? We don’t charge per seat, so everyone that works on your site can have their own login.
* High-Resolution Videos Up to 4K – Watch crisp images on any display and screen size. We’ve added video display for 1440p, 60 FPS, and full 4K resolution.
* Ad-free video - Keep the spotlight on your content, not on ads you can’t control.

= Your one-stop solution for video management =

[The VideoPress Dashboard](https://jetpack.com/support/jetpack-videopress/the-jetpack-videopress-dashboard/) is a centralized space to upload and manage your video library. Filter your library by rating or privacy setting, view your library in multiple ways, and upload local videos to your Jetpack cloud library.

== Installation ==

### Installation

1. To begin, click on the Plugins link in the left hand sidebar, then click Add New.
2. Search for VideoPress. The latest version will be in the search results. Click the Install Now button.
3. Next, click the Activate button. After activating, you will be prompted to set up VideoPress.


 == WITH 💚 BY JETPACK  ==

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

### Is Jetpack VideoPress free?
Jetpack VideoPress is free to try. You get free video hosting for WordPress for one video with a file size of up to 1 GB.

To get unlimited videos with a total storage of up to 1 TB, upgrade to the paid plan.


### Is Jetpack VideoPress included in a Jetpack plan?
Jetpack’s video player for WordPress is included in the Jetpack Complete plan. It is not currently included in any other plan.

### Is there a storage limit?
The free plan has a limit of 1 video and 1 GB.

The paid plan has a storage limit of 1 TB.

###Is there a file size limit?
The file size limit is 5 GB. However, on slower networks, there is a chance the network will time out before being able to upload larger videos to a WordPress site.


== Screenshots ==
1. Add and manage your videos from your VideoPress library.
2. Browse through your videos and edit their details.
3. Upload your local videos to VideoPress.
4. Edit your video details, cover image, and privacy from your VideoPress library.

== Changelog ==
### 2.1 - 2024-09-06
#### Changed
- Internal updates.