<p>FWD Izubizu Radio & Audio Player is a sleek, fully responsive radio/audio player built for modern WordPress sites. It supports live radio streams (Shoutcast, Icecast, HLS) and standard audio files in one unified player, with customizable presets, shortcode control, WooCommerce integration, and production-ready UX.</p>
<p>The plugin includes:<br />
– Multi source playback (audio, HLS, Shoutcast, Icecast)<br />
– Live station/title/info updates<br />
– Artwork support with fallback cover image<br />
– Real-time visualizer (wave/bars)<br />
– Share window with popular networks<br />
– Playback rate, volume tooltip/scrubber, keyboard support<br />
– Full color and layout customization</p>
<p>Official links (keep as HTML anchors):<br />
– <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/index.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">Homepage</a><br />
– <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/#demos" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">Demos</a><br />
– <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/#features" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">Features</a><br />
– <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/javascript-documentation.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">JavaScript Documentation</a><br />
– <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/wordpress-documentation.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">WordPress Documentation</a><br />
– <a href="https://fwdapps.net/contact" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">Support</a></p>
<h3>Main Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Multi source streaming: self-hosted/external audio, HLS, Shoutcast, Icecast</li>
<li>Initialize only when visible for better performance on long pages</li>
<li>Responsive/mobile-ready sizing (max width, max height, phone height)</li>
<li>Keyboard support (play/pause and volume keys)</li>
<li>Live info and station branding controls</li>
<li>Artwork integration with generic cover fallback</li>
<li>Share window with Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Tumblr, Pinterest, Reddit, Buffer, Digg, Blogger</li>
<li>Volume tooltip and scrubber styling</li>
<li>Wave and bars visualizer presets</li>
<li>Full player color theming (example: <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/preset-1.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">Preset 1</a>)</li>
<li>Border/shadow/radius UI controls</li>
<li>Autoplay, loop, default volume and playback rate (autoplay demo: <a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/preset-4.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">Preset 4</a>)</li>
<li>CORS proxy-ready setup for strict stream endpoints</li>
<li>Multi-instance support on the same page</li>
</ul>
<h3>Shortcode</h3>
<p>Basic example:</p>
<p>[fwdirap preset_name=”Preset 1″ source=”https://example.com/stream.mp3″ source-type=”audio”]</p>
<p>With optional metadata and artwork:</p>
<p>[fwdirap preset_name=”Preset 1″ source=”https://example.com/live.m3u8″ source-type=”hls” title=”My Radio” info=”Now playing” artwork-src=”https://example.com/cover.jpg”]</p>
<p>Supported shortcode attributes:<br />
– preset_name (required)<br />
– source (required)<br />
– source-type (audio | hls | shoutcast | icecast)<br />
– title (optional)<br />
– info (optional)<br />
– artwork-src (optional)</p>
<h3>WooCommerce</h3>
<p>Place the shortcode in product content/description to render the player in product pages. The plugin can replace the default product gallery output with the player shortcode rendering.</p>
<h3>External Services</h3>
<p>This plugin uses the following external services/resources:</p>
<ol>
<li>Apple iTunes Search API</li>
</ol>
<p>– Used for: retrieving artwork for live radio metadata (artist/song lookup).<br />
– Triggered when: Shoutcast, Icecast, or HLS metadata updates request artwork.<br />
– Data sent: artist and song query text from current metadata.<br />
– Provider: Apple<br />
– Terms: <a href="https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html</a><br />
– Privacy: <a href="https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/</a></p>
<ol>
<li>Google Fonts (Admin UI)</li>
</ol>
<p>– Used for: loading the Roboto font in plugin admin pages.<br />
– Triggered when: opening Presets Manager or Shortcode Generator in WordPress admin.<br />
– Data sent: browser requests font CSS/files from Google Fonts/CDN (standard request metadata such as IP and user agent handled by Google).<br />
– Provider: Google<br />
– Service URL: <a href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://fonts.googleapis.com/</a><br />
– Terms: <a href="https://policies.google.com/terms" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://policies.google.com/terms</a><br />
– Privacy: <a href="https://policies.google.com/privacy" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://policies.google.com/privacy</a></p>
<ol>
<li>Remote stream hosts (Audio/HLS/Shoutcast/Icecast)</li>
</ol>
<p>– Used for: streaming playback from the source URL configured in shortcode/preset.<br />
– Triggered when: a player instance starts loading/playing a stream.<br />
– Data sent: browser requests to the configured stream endpoint (for HLS this includes .m3u8 manifests and media segments).<br />
– Provider: defined by the site owner stream URL (for example your radio provider/CDN).<br />
– Notes: HLS playback is powered by bundled hls.js code inside the plugin, but media requests go to the configured stream host.</p>
<h3>Documentation</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/javascript-documentation.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">JavaScript Documentation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://fwdapps.net/p/irap/wordpress-documentation.html" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">WordPress Documentation</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Development</h3>
<p>This plugin’s full source code is publicly available for transparency and verification.<br />
Developed and maintained by <a href="https://fwdapps.net" rel="nofollow ugc">FutureWebDesign</a>.</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://fwdapps.net/d/js/irap.zip" rel="nofollow ugc">Source code & build tools</a> — includes original uncompiled files and Vite build configuration.</li>
<li>Distributed plugin uses a compiled build generated by Vite for optimal performance.</li>
</ul>


FWD Izubizu Radio & Audio Player

Responsive WordPress radio/audio player with HLS, Shoutcast, Icecast, MP3, live metadata, artwork lookup, and a real-time visualizer.

Freemius

Abu Hayat

bPlugins

shehabulislam

Tanin Rahman

<h3>The #1 No-Code Radio Player Plugin for WordPress – Trusted by Thousands Worldwide</h3>
<p>StreamCast is a simple, accessible, and fully customizable online radio streaming player for WordPress.</p>
<p>Play <strong>IceCast</strong>, <strong>Shoutcast</strong>, <strong>RadioCo</strong>, <strong>RadioJar</strong>, <strong>Radionomy</strong>, and many more stream types using shortcodes or Gutenberg blocks — without writing code.</p>
<p>It’s lightweight, fast, responsive, and works across all major browsers and devices.</p>
<p>Whether you run an online radio station, podcast live stream, community FM, or educational broadcast—StreamCast lets you embed your live stream beautifully inside WordPress.</p>
<p><a href="https://bplugins.com/products/streamcast-radio-player/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>StreamCast</strong></a> | <a href="https://bplugins.com/docs/streamcast-radio-player/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Documentation</strong></a> | <a href="https://bplugins.com/products/streamcast-radio-player/pricing/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Pricing</strong></a> | <a href="https://bplugins.com/support/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Support</strong></a> | <a href="https://bplugins.com/products/streamcast-radio-player/#demos" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Demo</strong></a></p>
<h4>How To Use It? Learn Quick</h4>
<p><span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><iframe loading="lazy" class="youtube-player" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ad_LKLe_YQg?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" allowfullscreen="true" style="border:0;" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox"></iframe></span></p>
<h3>Key Features (Free)</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Responsive Radio Player</strong> – Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile.  </li>
<li><strong>Supports Major Providers</strong> – IceCast, Shoutcast, Radiojar, Radionomy, RadioCo & more.  </li>
<li><strong>No-Code Setup</strong> – Add with a simple shortcode or Gutenberg block.  </li>
<li><strong>Customizable Skins</strong> – Adjust background colors and styles.  </li>
<li><strong>Cross-Browser Compatible</strong> – Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.  </li>
<li><strong>Lightweight & Fast</strong> – Minimal load, no performance issues.  </li>
<li><strong>Single Station Player</strong> – Designed for one stream per page.  </li>
<li><strong>Background Color Support</strong> – Personalize using shortcode attributes.</li>
</ul>
<h3>🎧 StreamCast Pro – Premium Version Features</h3>
<p>The <strong>StreamCast Premium</strong> version includes advanced player controls, professional skins, and full customization options.</p>
<p><strong>Pro Features Include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Advanced Player UI (85+ Radio Player)</li>
<li>Professional Skin Library  </li>
<li>Automatic Station Name From Stream URL</li>
<li>Brand Color Picker & Custom Colors  </li>
<li>Text Color & Typography</li>
<li>Ultimate Player Type  </li>
<li>More Stream Compatibility  </li>
<li>Custom CSS Styling  </li>
<li>Priority Support & Future Updates  </li>
</ul>
<p>👉 <a href="https://bplugins.com/products/streamcast-radio-player/pricing/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Get Premium Version</strong></a></p>
<h3>How to Use</h3>
<h3>Add a Simple Player</h3>
<p>Use this shortcode: [stream url=”YOUR_STREAM_URL”]</p>
<h3>Add a Background Color</h3>
<p>[stream url=”YOUR_STREAM_URL” background=”#333333″]</p>
<p>Supports color names or hex values.</p>
<p>Or use the <strong>Gutenberg StreamCast Block</strong> for a visual setup.</p>
<h3>Important Notes</h3>
<h3>⚠️ Chrome 80+ Restriction</h3>
<p>If your website uses HTTPS but your stream is HTTP, Chrome will block playback.</p>
<p>✔ Both website and stream must use the same protocol (preferably HTTPS).</p>
<p>More info: https://blog.chromium.org/2019/10/no-more-mixed-messages-about-https.html</p>
<h3>Use Cases</h3>
<ul>
<li>Online radio stations  </li>
<li>Internet broadcast channels  </li>
<li>Podcast live streams  </li>
<li>Religious or community radio  </li>
<li>Live music streams  </li>
<li>FM/AM radio going digital  </li>
<li>Educational radio broadcasts  </li>
</ul>
<h3>User Feedback</h3>
<p>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <strong>“This is exactly what I was looking for – I have a station on Live365 and their ‘player’ is too large, I wanted a simple player without all the mumbo jumbo. So far so good.”</strong></p>
<p>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <strong>“It’s best radio player, so many features. can put player anywhere by short code.<br />
I recommended”</strong></p>
<p>Have suggestions? Let us know: https://bplugins.com/contact</p>
<h3>Source Code</h3>
<p>You can find the source code, report bugs, and contribute to the development of this plugin on our GitHub repository:<br />
<a href="https://github.com/bPlugins/streamcast-wp" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>StreamCast on GitHub</strong></a></p>
<h3>External Services</h3>
<p>This plugin connects to the following external services to provide enhanced functionality:</p>
<ol>
<li>
<p><strong>Muses Radio Player API</strong> (muses.org)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Fetching player skins and sending anonymous usage statistics</li>
<li>Data sent: Player configuration and anonymous listener data (legacy player reports)</li>
<li>Loaded on: Pages where the radio player block or shortcode is displayed</li>
<li>Terms: https://www.muses.org/terms-and-conditions | Privacy Policy: https://www.muses.org/privacy-policy</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Plyr Video Player Assets</strong> (Local)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Localized SVG icons and blank video assets for the Plyr player</li>
<li>Data sent: None (Assets are bundled locally)</li>
<li>Loaded on: Pages using the shortcode or block</li>
<li>Terms: https://plyr.io/ | Privacy Policy: https://plyr.io/</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>YouTube Data API</strong> (googleapis.com)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Fetching video/stream metadata (title) by video ID</li>
<li>Data sent: YouTube video ID and API key</li>
<li>Loaded on: Pages where a YouTube stream source is configured</li>
<li>Terms: https://policies.google.com/terms | Privacy: https://policies.google.com/privacy</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Google IMA SDK</strong> (imasdk.googleapis.com)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Loading video ad support (VAST/VMAP ads)</li>
<li>Data sent: Standard ad request data</li>
<li>Loaded on: Pages</li>
<li>Terms: https://policies.google.com/terms | Privacy: https://policies.google.com/privacy</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Vimeo API</strong> (vimeo.com)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Fetching Vimeo video metadata</li>
<li>Data sent: Vimeo video ID</li>
<li>Loaded on: Pages where a Vimeo stream source is configured</li>
<li>Terms: https://vimeo.com/terms | Privacy: https://vimeo.com/privacy</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>AniView Ad Server</strong> (go.aniview.com)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Serving VAST video ads</li>
<li>Data sent: Standard VAST ad request parameters</li>
<li>Loaded on: Pages where AniView ads are enabled</li>
<li>Terms: https://www.aniview.com/terms-of-service/ | Privacy Policy: https://www.aniview.com/privacy-policy/</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>bPlugins Templates</strong> (templates.bplugins.com)</p>
<ul>
<li>Used for: Loading default radio station artwork and player skins</li>
<li>Data sent: Asset request (no personal data)</li>
<li>Loaded on: Admin dashboard and player initialization</li>
<li>Terms: https://bplugins.com/terms-of-service/ | Privacy Policy: https://bplugins.com/privacy-policy/</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h3>Third-Party Libraries</h3>
<p>This plugin bundles the following third-party JavaScript/PHP libraries.</p>
<h4>Codestar Framework</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Source:</strong> <a href="http://codestarframework.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">http://codestarframework.com/</a></li>
<li><strong>GitHub:</strong> <a href="https://github.com/Codestar/codestar-framework" rel="nofollow ugc">https://github.com/Codestar/codestar-framework</a></li>
<li><strong>License:</strong> GPLv2 or later – <a href="https://github.com/Codestar/codestar-framework/blob/master/LICENSE.md" rel="nofollow ugc">https://github.com/Codestar/codestar-framework/blob/master/LICENSE.md</a></li>
<li><strong>Purpose:</strong> Provides the options framework for the plugin’s settings and shortcode generator.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Freemius SDK</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Source:</strong> <a href="https://freemius.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">https://freemius.com/</a></li>
<li><strong>GitHub:</strong> <a href="https://github.com/Freemius/wordpress-sdk" rel="nofollow ugc">https://github.com/Freemius/wordpress-sdk</a></li>
<li><strong>License:</strong> GPLv3 – <a href="https://github.com/Freemius/wordpress-sdk/blob/master/LICENSE.txt" rel="nofollow ugc">https://github.com/Freemius/wordpress-sdk/blob/master/LICENSE.txt</a></li>
<li><strong>Purpose:</strong> Provides opt-in usage tracking and analytics to help improve the plugin.</li>
</ul>
<h4>bpl-tools</h4>
<ul>
<li>Source / GitHub: https://github.com/bPlugins/bpl-tools</li>
<li>License: GPL-2.0-or-later – https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html</li>
<li>Purpose: Shared utility library providing admin dashboard components and common Gutenberg editor controls.</li>
<li>External Services: The library may connect to bPlugins, WordPress.org, and Freemius services for product data and checkout functionality. See full details: https://github.com/bPlugins/bpl-tools#external-requests–why-they-are-made</li>
</ul>


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