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Easy Youtube Embed

Name: Easy Youtube Embed
Brand: JoomlaX
Price: 19.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (302 reviews)

Effortlessly embed YouTube videos site-wide with customizable parameters.

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One-click updates New releases install from the Joomla administrator
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Version 1.4.1 Updated 5 days ago
Works with Joomla 4, 5 and 6
PHP 8.1 or later recommended
Downloads 6.0K+
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Features

What can Easy Youtube Embed do for you?

Seventeen feature areas, one install package for Joomla 4, 5 and 6.

Site-Wide Video

Add YouTube Videos Anywhere

Embed YouTube videos across your Joomla site with a simple shortcode. Make any page more engaging in seconds.

Perfect Fit

Size Videos to Fit Your Layout

Set exact width and height so every video fits your design. Your pages look consistent and professional.

Autoplay

Start Videos Your Way

Choose whether videos play on load or wait for a click. You decide what fits the page.

Clean Player

Show or Hide Player Controls

Hide controls for a clean, distraction-free look. Or give visitors full playback control.

Looping

Keep Promo Videos Playing

Loop videos continuously, great for promos and background content.

Sound Control

Mute Videos by Default

Start videos muted so autoplay never startles visitors.

Highlights

Play Only the Part That Matters

Set start and end times to show exactly the moment you want. Visitors skip straight to the good part.

Playlists

Turn Several Videos Into a Playlist

Embed multiple videos as one playlist. Visitors keep watching without leaving your site.

Your Settings

Set Options Per Video

Combine size, autoplay, mute, loop and start and end times for each embed.

Fewer Distractions

A Clean, Focused Player

Hide controls and start at the right moment for a clean, focused presentation.

Mobile Ready

Videos That Fit Every Device

Videos look great and play smoothly on desktops, tablets and phones.

Quick Embeds

Embed Videos in Seconds

A simple, easy-to-remember shortcode saves time and avoids mistakes.

No Typing

Insert Videos From the Editor

Click the editor button, set your options and insert. No shortcodes to type.

Anywhere

Videos in Articles, Modules and More

Add YouTube videos to articles, Custom HTML modules and other content areas.

Future-Proof

Built for Modern Joomla

Designed for the latest Joomla versions, so it's ready for modern sites.

Lightweight

Fast and Light

Built to keep your pages fast and your visitors happy.

Ongoing Care

Regular Updates and Support

Get ongoing updates and dedicated support. The plugin keeps pace with Joomla and YouTube changes.

Changelog

What's new

5 releases since version 1.0.0. Updates install from the Joomla admin with a valid licence.

- Download Key support on the update site (dlid).
- Runs on Joomla 5 and 6 with the Behaviour Backward Compatibility plugins disabled
- System plugin and editor button use Joomla 5 services and Web Asset Manager
- Fixed missing script from Editor Xtd
- Enhanced Security - Improved input sanitization and validation
- Fixed End Time Parameter - Improved handling of optional end time parameter
- Joomla 4, 5 & 6 Compatible - Full support for latest Joomla versions
- Modern PHP 8.0+ Support - Updated to use modern PHP syntax and features
- Improved Code Documentation - Added comprehensive PHPDoc comments for all methods
- Better Error Handling - Improved code quality and error handling
- Update Server Integration - Added update server URL for automatic updates
- Fixed or responsive dimensions support
- Initial Release
- Simple shortcode syntax for embedding YouTube videos
- Support for video URLs or video IDs
- Responsive video embeds with automatic aspect ratio
- Multiple video options (autoplay, controls, loop, mute, start, end, playlist, modestbranding)
- Automatic video ID extraction from YouTube URLs
- Joomla 4 and 5 compatible

Docs & setup

Get up and running fast

Written guides for installing and configuring Easy Youtube Embed, from first setup to the options that matter.

Installation stepsOne install zip for Joomla 4, 5 and 6, installed from System, Install, Extensions.
Configuration optionsThe settings in the guide, from first setup to the options that matter.
Practical usage tipsShort examples you can adapt to your site.

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Why JoomlaX

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Support from the developers Tickets go straight to the developers. First replies within 24 business hours.

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FAQ

Questions about Easy Youtube Embed

Still unsure? Our support team is one ticket away.

How do I embed a YouTube video on my Joomla site?

You can easily embed a YouTube video using a simple shortcode, which can be added to any Joomla article or module.

Can I customize the video dimensions?

Yes, you can set the width and height of the embedded videos to match your site’s layout.

Is autoplay supported?

Yes, you can enable or disable autoplay for videos, giving you control over user engagement.

Can I hide video controls?

Yes, you have the option to show or hide YouTube player controls for a cleaner interface.

Can videos loop?

Yes, you can enable looping for videos, making them play continuously after finishing.

Can I mute videos by default?

Yes, you can set videos to mute by default, which is useful for autoplay videos.

Can I specify a start and end time for videos?

Yes, you can specify the start and end times of the video to highlight specific sections.

How do I create a video playlist?

You can create a playlist by embedding multiple video IDs in a comma-separated format.

Is it possible to hide video information?

Yes, you can choose whether to display the video title and description.

Is the plugin mobile-friendly?

Yes, the plugin supports responsive video embedding, ensuring your videos work well on desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

Easy Youtube Embed