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<p>SDAweb Channels for YouTube is a lightweight, privacy-friendly way to showcase YouTube content on your WordPress site. Add any number of public YouTube channels and display their videos using shortcodes or a Gutenberg block. Videos are cached locally so visitor page views consume zero API quota.</p>
<h4>Layouts & Playback</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Grid</strong> — Responsive multi-column grid (1–4 columns)</li>
<li><strong>Tabs</strong> — Channel-tabbed interface with 3 navigation modes: scroll, wrapping pills, and avatar strip</li>
<li><strong>Slider</strong> — Horizontal carousel with arrow navigation</li>
<li><strong>Auto player</strong> (default) — Adapts to screen size: inline on desktop, lightbox on mobile phones</li>
<li><strong>Lightbox player</strong> — Fullscreen overlay with keyboard shortcuts (arrow keys, Escape), swipe gestures, and prev/next navigation</li>
<li><strong>Inline player</strong> — Play directly inside the video card with expand-to-lightbox</li>
<li><strong>Link mode</strong> — Opens videos on YouTube in a new tab</li>
<li><strong>Avatar strip</strong> — Compact row of channel avatars with labeled names and smart truncation</li>
<li><strong>Mobile bottom sheet</strong> — Touch-optimized player with swipe-to-dismiss</li>
<li><strong>Landscape mobile</strong> — Optimized layouts: horizontal cards for live streams, 2-column grid for regular content</li>
</ul>
<h4>Live & Upcoming Streams</h4>
<ul>
<li>Automatic detection of live broadcasts and scheduled upcoming streams</li>
<li>Smart sort order: live streams first, then all streams sorted by proximity to the current time — the most relevant broadcasts always appear first</li>
<li>Dedicated <code>[sdawchfo_live]</code> shortcode for live and upcoming content</li>
<li>Live badge with concurrent viewer count and pulse animation</li>
<li>Upcoming badge with scheduled start time countdown</li>
<li>Toggleable “Live now” and “Coming up” section headings</li>
<li>Stale guard: upcoming streams auto-expire after 6 hours, live after 24 hours — no stuck statuses</li>
<li>5-minute background polling keeps live status current (1-minute with Broadcast Boost)</li>
<li>Live Broadcast Boost — configurable day/time window for 1-minute polling during scheduled broadcasts</li>
<li>Zero-quota RSS feed discovery catches scheduled broadcasts not in the uploads playlist</li>
<li>Live and upcoming streams are automatically excluded from regular shortcodes</li>
</ul>
<h4>Channel Management</h4>
<ul>
<li>Add channels by URL, handle (@username), or channel ID</li>
<li>Drag-and-drop reordering controls tab and section display order</li>
<li>Custom labels per channel for friendly display names</li>
<li>Automatic video caching with configurable 1–24 hour refresh intervals (up to 3 channels per cron run)</li>
<li>Manual refresh per channel or all channels at once</li>
<li>Import and export channels and settings as JSON</li>
</ul>
<h4>Shortcodes</h4>
<p>Four shortcodes cover every use case:</p>
<ul>
<li><code>[sdawchfo_channel]</code> — Videos from a single channel (by id, handle, or label)</li>
<li><code>[sdawchfo_channels]</code> — Multiple channels in grid, tabs, or slider layout</li>
<li><code>[sdawchfo_feed]</code> — Combined feed mixing videos from all channels</li>
<li><code>[sdawchfo_live]</code> — Live and upcoming streams with empty-state message</li>
</ul>
<p>All shortcodes support these attributes: <code>count</code>, <code>columns</code>, <code>layout</code>, <code>sort</code>, <code>player</code>, <code>pagination</code>, <code>per_page</code>, <code>show_stats</code>, <code>show_duration</code>, <code>show_channel</code>, and <code>live_only</code>.</p>
<h4>Additional Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Gutenberg block with live preview and inspector controls</li>
<li>Shortcode builder in the admin dashboard — no coding required</li>
<li>Customizable frontend labels (26 strings) for full translation support</li>
<li>Customizable appearance: badge styles, button styles, tab colors, and time text colors with color pickers</li>
<li>Load More pagination with configurable batch size</li>
<li>Video stats: views, likes, duration, publish date</li>
<li>Detects and labels YouTube Shorts</li>
<li>Up to 100 videos per channel with automatic API pagination</li>
<li>Import/export for easy migration between sites</li>
<li>Tab navigation modes: scroll, wrapping pills, or avatar strip</li>
<li>REST API endpoints for custom and headless integrations</li>
<li>Server cron setup guidance in the admin settings</li>
<li>Channel name truncation setting for the avatar strip</li>
<li>Automatic cleanup of private and deleted videos from cache</li>
<li>Dark theme support via CSS custom property (–sdawchfo-card-bg)</li>
<li>Admin settings: tabbed Plugin Overview with 7 sections, quick-access links, and info tooltips explaining technical terms</li>
</ul>
<h4>Privacy & Performance</h4>
<ul>
<li>All video data is cached in your local database</li>
<li>Visitor page views make zero external API calls</li>
<li>No cookies are set and no visitor data is sent to third parties</li>
<li>YouTube embeds use the privacy-enhanced <code>youtube-nocookie.com</code> domain</li>
<li>YouTube embeds load only when a visitor clicks play</li>
<li>Lazy loading: thumbnail images load only when they scroll into view</li>
</ul>
<h3>Third-Party Services</h3>
<h4>YouTube Data API v3</h4>
<p>This plugin connects to the YouTube Data API v3 to fetch channel information and video data. API calls are made server-side only when:</p>
<ul>
<li>An admin adds or refreshes a channel</li>
<li>The scheduled cron refresh runs (configurable interval, default 6 hours)</li>
<li>The live status cron runs (every 5 minutes, or every 1 minute during a configured Broadcast Boost window)</li>
</ul>
<p>No API calls are made during normal visitor page views — all data is served from the local cache.</p>
<ul>
<li>Service provider: Google LLC</li>
<li>API endpoint: <code>https://www.googleapis.com/youtube/v3</code></li>
<li><a href="https://developers.google.com/youtube/terms/api-services-terms-of-service" rel="nofollow ugc">YouTube API Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><a href="https://policies.google.com/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">Google Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<p>A YouTube Data API v3 key is required. You can obtain one for free from the <a href="https://console.cloud.google.com/apis/credentials" rel="nofollow ugc">Google Cloud Console</a>.</p>
<h4>YouTube RSS Feeds</h4>
<p>This plugin fetches public YouTube RSS feeds (<code>https://www.youtube.com/feeds/videos.xml</code>) to discover recently published and scheduled videos. These requests are read-only, use no API quota, and contain only publicly available video IDs.</p>
<ul>
<li>Service provider: Google LLC (YouTube)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/t/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">YouTube Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><a href="https://policies.google.com/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">Google Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h4>YouTube Embeds</h4>
<p>When a visitor clicks play on a video, an iframe loads from YouTube’s privacy-enhanced domain (<code>youtube-nocookie.com</code>). No embed loads until the visitor initiates playback. No cookies are set by this domain.</p>
<ul>
<li>Service provider: Google LLC (YouTube)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/t/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">YouTube Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><a href="https://policies.google.com/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">Google Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>


SDAweb Channels for YouTube

Display YouTube channels with grids, tabs, sliders, live stream badges, and lightbox playback.

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>


SDAweb Channels for YouTube vs StreamCast – Live Radio Streaming Player