# Product Video Gallery for WooCommerce

**Version:** 1.1.0  
**Author:** Abdul Haseeb  
**Author URI:** [https://webbbforge.com](https://webbbforge.com)  
**Plugin URI:** [https://example.com/product-video-gallery](https://example.com/product-video-gallery)  
**License:** GPL v2 or later  
**License URI:** [https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html)  
**Contributors:** ahaseeb  
**Requires at least:** 5.6  
**Requires PHP:** 7.4  
**Tested up to:** 6.3  
**Stable tag:** 1.1.0  

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## Description

The **Product Video Gallery for WooCommerce** plugin enhances your WooCommerce product pages by adding video gallery support. It allows you to include both external videos (YouTube, Vimeo) and self-hosted videos directly in your product galleries. This plugin is perfect for showcasing product demos, tutorials, or any other video content that can help customers make informed purchasing decisions.

### Key Features:
- Add YouTube and Vimeo videos to your product galleries.
- Upload and display self-hosted MP4 videos.
- Option to add poster images for self-hosted videos.
- Seamless integration with WooCommerce product pages.
- Responsive video display for all devices.
- Easy-to-use interface in the WooCommerce product editor.

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## Installation

1. **Download the Plugin:**  
   Download the plugin ZIP file from the [Plugin URI](https://example.com/product-video-gallery) or WordPress.org.

2. **Upload the Plugin:**  
   Go to your WordPress admin dashboard, navigate to **Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin**, and upload the ZIP file.

3. **Activate the Plugin:**  
   After uploading, click **Activate** to enable the plugin.

4. **Configure the Plugin:**  
   Edit any WooCommerce product, and you will find a new **Video Gallery** section under the **General** tab. Add your video URLs or upload self-hosted videos.

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## Usage

### Adding Videos to Products

1. **Edit a Product:**  
   Go to your WooCommerce product editor and navigate to the **General** tab.

2. **Video Gallery Section:**  
   Scroll down to the **Video Gallery** section.

3. **Add External Videos:**  
   - Enter YouTube or Vimeo URLs separated by commas in the **External Video URLs** field.

4. **Add Self-Hosted Videos:**  
   - Click **Add Self-Hosted Video**.
   - Enter the video URL (MP4 format recommended).
   - Optionally, add a poster image URL for the video thumbnail.

5. **Save the Product:**  
   Once you've added your videos, save the product. The videos will now appear in the product gallery on the front end.

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## Supported Video Formats

- **External Videos:** YouTube, Vimeo.
- **Self-Hosted Videos:** MP4 (recommended for maximum browser compatibility).

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### 1. Can I add multiple videos to a single product?
Yes, you can add multiple external and self-hosted videos to a single product.

### 2. Do I need to host my own videos?
No, you can use YouTube or Vimeo URLs if you don’t want to host your own videos. However, self-hosted videos are supported if you prefer to host them yourself.

### 3. Can I use custom thumbnails for self-hosted videos?
Yes, you can upload a poster image for each self-hosted video to use as a custom thumbnail.

### 4. Is the plugin mobile-friendly?
Yes, the plugin is fully responsive and works seamlessly on all devices.

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## Support

For support requests or feature suggestions, please visit:  
[https://webbbforge.com/](https://webbbforge.com/)

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## Changelog

### 1.1.0 (2023-10-01)
- Added support for self-hosted videos with optional poster images.
- Improved video thumbnail handling for external videos.
- Added play icon overlay for video thumbnails.
- Enhanced admin interface for better usability.

### 1.0.0 (2023-09-15)
- Initial release with support for YouTube and Vimeo videos.

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## Upgrade Notice

### 1.1.0
- Added support for self-hosted videos with optional poster images.
- Improved video thumbnail handling for external videos.
- Added play icon overlay for video thumbnails.
- Enhanced admin interface for better usability.

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## Screenshots

1. Video Gallery section in the WooCommerce product editor.
2. Front-end display of a product with a video gallery.
3. Responsive video gallery on mobile devices.

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## Donate

If you find this plugin useful, consider supporting its development by [making a donation](https://example.com/donate).

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## License

This plugin is licensed under the **GNU General Public License v2 or later**.  
For more details, visit [https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html).

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