=== GoDAM - Organize WordPress Media Library & File Manager with Unlimited Folders for Images, Videos & more ===
Contributors: rtcamp, elifvish, subodhrajpopat, kuldipchaudhary, prachigarg19, juzar, geekofshire, nazmulhassann20, abhinavbelhekar03, gautam23
Tags: transcoder, video, media library, folders, file manager
Requires at least: 6.5
Tested up to: 6.8.1
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.3.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Manage and optimize digital assets with GoDAM – featuring transcoding, adaptive streaming, interactive video layers, and video analytics.

== Description ==
[GoDAM](https://godam.io/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=description-link) is a powerful file manager, WordPress Media Library organizer and digital asset management solution designed to provide automatic transcoding, adaptive bitrate streaming, and interactive video layers to enhance viewer engagement. It simplifies the entire video workflow, from upload to optimized playback, ensuring smooth delivery across all devices and network conditions.

With GoDAM, WordPress users can leverage advanced video capabilities without requiring extensive technical expertise. It automates the conversion of uploaded videos into multiple resolutions, enabling seamless playback with adaptive bitrate streaming. The integration of interactive elements such as CTAs, forms, hotspots and ads makes GoDAM an all-in-one solution for content creators, marketers, and eCommerce businesses.

Check out our source code and contribute to the plugin on GitHub: [Official GoDAM GitHub](https://github.com/rtCamp/godam).

👉 Read Our Blog : [link](https://godam.io/blog/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=blog-link)

👉 Official Free Demo Link: [Try out GoDAM Demo](https://demo.godam.io/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=demo-link)

👉 Learn More About GoDAM Pro : [All The Features of GoDAM](https://godam.io/features/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=features-link)

👉 Check out our [Chrome Extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/ojmbobnoagdgblhpbemfamfkcfjdfejl?utm_source=item-share-cb) to easily record and share videos


[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGmKa6aLSgU]

= Free Features =

📌 **Media Management**
✓ The [DAM functionality](https://godam.io/features/wordpress-advanced-media-management/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=dam-feature) streamlines file organization for websites with large libraries of images, videos, documents, and more.
✓ Organize media assets efficiently with enhanced WordPress Media Library folders and filtering with a smart Media Library Assistant.
✓ Manage files easily with a built-in folder-based File Manager for drag-and-drop organization.
✓ Bookmark and Lock folders for improved folder organization

📌 **Interactive Video Layers for Engagement**
✓ Embed [clickable CTAs](https://godam.io/features/video-overlay/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=video-overlay) to drive actions like sign-ups and purchases.
✓ Enhance your videos with [customizable hotspots](https://godam.io/features/video-hotspot/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=video-hotspot) that deliver additional context, links, and information exactly when and where your viewers need it.
✓ Add interactive forms using [Gravity Forms](https://godam.io/features/gravity-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=gravity-forms), [WPForms](https://godam.io/features/wp-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=wpforms), [Contact Form 7](https://godam.io/features/contact-form-7/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=contact-form-7), [Jetpack Forms](https://godam.io/features/jetpack-form/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=jetpack-forms), [Forminator Forms](https://godam.io/features/forminator-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=forminator-forms), [Fluent Forms](https://godam.io/features/fluent-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=fluent-forms), [SureForms](https://godam.io/features/sure-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=sure-forms), and [Everest Forms](https://godam.io/features/everest-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=everest-forms) to collect leads.
✓ Enable video submissions using the GoDAM Record field that supports webcam and screencast inside Gravity Forms.
✓ Add interactive Polls to gather viewer opinions during playback.
✓ Customize video player appearance globally with custom CSS through the Video Player settings menu.
✓ Navigate videos easily with chapter markers for better content organization and viewer experience.

📌 **Elementor Integration**
✓ Drag-and-drop GoDAM Video, Gallery, and Audio widgets for seamless content creation.
✓ Embed media content directly into Elementor pages.

📌 **Seamless Ad Monetization**
✓ Supports [self-hosted ads and third-party ad networks](https://godam.io/features/ads-integration/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=ads-integration).
✓ Global Ads settings for centralized advertisement management
✓ Flexible ad placements (pre-roll, mid-roll, post-roll) to maximize revenue.
✓ Boost revenue and engagement with clickable ad redirections

📌 **Customizable Video Player Experience**
✓ Fully customizable playback controls, branding, and player themes.
✓ Enable video looping, autoplay, and inline play for better user experience.

📌 **Video SEO**
✓ Generate structured data for better indexing, with video schema, title, description, thumbnail

📌 **GoDAM Video Gallery**
✓ Professional Video Galleries: Create stunning video displays that match your website's design
✓ Smart Video Management: Automatically organize and filter your video content
✓ Mobile-Friendly Design: Galleries that look perfect on all devices and screen sizes
✓ Interactive Video Player: Pop-up video player with smooth playback experience
✓ Performance Optimized: Fast loading with intelligent content loading strategies

= Pro Features =

📌 **Smart Transcoding & Adaptive Bitrate Streaming**
✓ Automatically [converts videos into multiple resolutions](https://godam.io/features/adaptive-bitrate-streaming/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=adaptive-streaming) (240p to 4K).
✓ Ensures smooth playback by dynamically adjusting quality based on network speed.
✓ Supported audio formats: MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG
✓ Supported video formats: 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MOV (QDM2 only), MP4, OGV, WEBM, WMV
✓ In Free version these video formats are not supported: 3G2, 3GP, AVI, OGV, WMV
✓ Watermarking support to protect video content.
✓ Automatically compress and resize videos on upload to reduce storage and bandwidth.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTdH530k1Xk]

📌 **GoDAM Central**
✓ Unified dashboard for managing all assets in one place.
✓ Organize videos, images, and documents into folders with search, filters, and sharing options.
✓ Each video gets a dedicated single video page with time-stamped comments and reactions for team collaboration.
✓ Automatically sync uploaded videos with the WordPress Media Library for easy access across your site.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4NPuLDHS-U]

📌 **Advanced Video Analytics**
✓ Monitor viewer behavior and engagement through [detailed metrics and heatmaps](https://godam.io/features/analytics/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=analytics).
✓ Track plays, watch time, and engagement rate
✓ See views by country
✓ Compare video performance
✓ View bandwidth and storage usage
✓ Rank videos by performance and much more

📌 **Automatic Video Transcription**
✓ AI-powered closed captions added automatically on upload for accessibility and engagement.

### Primary Benefits:
✓ Simplifies asset management with automated transcoding and adaptive streaming.
✓ Enhances viewer engagement with interactive layers like forms, CTAs, and hotspots.
✓ Integrates seamlessly with WordPress for a familiar and user-friendly experience.

### Secondary Benefits:
✓ Cost-efficient pricing tailored to your actual usage.
✓ Scalable features suitable for small businesses, educators, and enterprise-level users.
✓ Monetization opportunities through ad placement and e-commerce integrations.

Use Cases:
✓ Education: Deliver interactive video lessons with forms for quizzes or feedback.
✓ E-commerce: Use video hotspots to enable in-video product purchases.
✓ Marketing: Engage viewers with CTAs and lead capture forms.
✓ Content Platforms: Stream high-quality videos with minimal buffering and downtime.

GoDAM is ideal for businesses, content creators, educators, and media platforms looking to streamline digital asset management while offering high-quality streaming experiences.
Whether you're running an e-learning site, an eCommerce store with product videos, or a media-heavy blog, GoDAM ensures your videos are delivered efficiently and engagingly.

Get started today and revolutionize the way you manage and deliver video content on WordPress!

= Pricing Plans =
[View Pricing Plans](https://godam.io/pricing?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=pricing-link)

✓ **7-Day Free Trial** available for each subscription plan.
✓ Flexible pricing options to suit different needs.
✓ Upgrade or cancel anytime based on usage.

= Integrations =

GoDAM works seamlessly with popular WordPress plugins to enhance interactivity and engagement:

- [Gravity Forms](https://godam.io/features/gravity-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=gravity-forms-integration) – Add forms directly to your videos to collect leads and feedback.
- [WPForms](https://godam.io/features/wp-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=wpforms-integration) – Integrate lightweight forms for surveys, signups, or user inputs.
- [Contact Form 7](https://godam.io/features/contact-form-7/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=contact-form-7-integration) – Use a classic contact form plugin inside your videos for engagement.
- [Jetpack Forms](https://godam.io/features/jetpack-form/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=jetpack-forms-integration) - Block Editor based forms for lead generation and engagement.
- [Forminator Forms](https://godam.io/features/forminator-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=forminator-forms-integration) – Advanced form builder with powerful features for lead capture.
- [Fluent Forms](https://godam.io/features/fluent-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=fluent-forms-integration) – Modern form builder with advanced conditional logic and integrations.
- [SureForms](https://godam.io/features/sure-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=sure-forms-integration) – Professional form solution with advanced features and analytics.
- [Everest Forms](https://godam.io/features/everest-forms/?utm_campaign=plugin-readme&utm_source=wordpress-org&utm_medium=plugin&utm_content=everest-forms-integration) – User-friendly form builder with drag-and-drop functionality.
- [WP-Polls](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-polls/) – Add live polls to your videos and gather audience opinions in real-time.
- [Elementor](https://wordpress.org/plugins/elementor/) – Drag-and-drop GoDAM widgets for easy content creation.

== Installation ==
Method 1: WordPress Dashboard
1. Log in to WordPress (your-site.com/wp-admin).
2. Go to Plugins → Add New.
3. Search for GoDAM, click Install Now, then Activate.

Method 2: Manual Upload
1. Download the GoDAM plugin ZIP.
2. In WordPress, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
3. Select the ZIP file, click Install Now, then Activate.

The GoDAM menu should appear on your admin dashboard!

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= What is GoDAM, and how does it work? =
A. GoDAM is a media management service that seamlessly integrates with your WordPress site to optimize and enhance your audio and video content. It automatically converts uploaded audio files to MP3 and video files to MPD formats. Additionally, GoDAM offers a suite of powerful features, including thumbnail generation, shortcode support, customizable video layers (like Gravity Forms, text/image CTAs, video hotspots, and ads), adaptive bitrate streaming for smooth playback, and advanced asset management tools.

To get started, you just need to install the GoDAM plugin on your WordPress website and subscribe to a plan. Once set up, GoDAM helps you manage, edit, and deliver media content more efficiently, making it a perfect solution for creators, educators, and businesses.

= Which file types are supported? =
A. GoDAM converts all supported audio files to MP3 format and video files to MP4 format.
Supported input formats:
✓ Audio: MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG
✓ Video: 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MOV (QDM2 only), MP4, OGV, WEBM, WMV

= Who is GoDAM designed for? =
A. Our solution is perfect for content creators, marketers, educators, e-commerce businesses, and anyone looking to enhance their video strategy with customizable and interactive features.

= What are Video Layers, and how do they work? =
A. Video Layers allow you to add interactive elements like forms, CTAs, ads, and hotspots directly onto your videos. For example, you can pause a video to collect leads using Gravity Forms or display a call-to-action at a specific timestamp.

= What is adaptive bitrate streaming? =
A. Adaptive bitrate streaming ensures that viewers get the best possible video quality based on their network conditions. It adjusts the resolution dynamically, providing a seamless viewing experience even on slower connections.

= Can I customize the video player? =
A. Yes, our customizable player allows you to tailor the controls, branding, and features to match your unique requirements and branding guidelines.

= Is there a free trial available? =
A. Yes! You can start with a 7-day free trial to explore all features. If you decide not to continue with the subscribed plan, you can cancel anytime and remove your credit card.

= Can I track video engagement and analytics? =
A. Yes, GoDAM provides robust analytics tools to track video engagement, including metrics like play counts, watch time, and heatmaps to see which parts of your videos are most engaging. These insights help you optimize your content strategy.

== Screenshots ==
1. General Settings
2. Video Settings with valid API Key
3. Video Editor
4. Video Layer Selection
5. Hotspot Layer
6. Ads Integration
7. Gravity Forms Integration
8. Player Settings
9. Enhanced Media Library (DAM)
10. Post-Specific Video Settings
11. Attachment Video Details
12. Single Video Analytics
13. Video Analytics Dashboard
14. GoDAM Central Selector Tab
15. GoDAM Recorder Field for Gravity Forms
16. Automatic Video Transcription
17. GoDAM Central
18. Image Upload to GoDAM Central
19. Single Video Page in  GoDAM Central
20. Settings Page in GoDAM Central
21. GoDAM Video Gallery Block
22. Elementor GoDAM Gallery Widget
23. Elementor GoDAM Video Widget
24. Video Player Style Settings
25. Global Ads Settings
26. Chapters Interface

== Changelog ==

= v1.3.2 (August 6, 2025) =

- Fix: Resolved PHP Warning on admin pages

= v1.3.1 (August 4, 2025) =

- Tweak: Added settings for CPT visibility in permalinks
- Tweak: Improved Media Library interface with search and pagination
- Tweak: Improved UI for buttons and modals
- Tweak: Enhanced hover actions for GoDAM Video blocks
- Tweak: Improved mobile responsiveness for settings sidebar navigation
- Fix: iPhone compatibility - HLS URL for Transcoded videos
- Fix: Video SEO data visibility
- Fix: Virtual Media errors in Analytics requests
- Fix: GoDAM Video Player style compatibility with themes
- Fix: Aspect ratio of video container in Form's GoDAM Record submissions

= v1.3.0 (July 22, 2025) =

- New: Integrated [Everest Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/everest-forms/)
- New: Integrated [Forminator Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/forminator-forms/)
- New: Integrated [Fluent Forms](https://godam.io/integrations/fluent-forms/) and added GoDAM Recorder Field integration
- New: Integrated [SureForms](https://godam.io/integrations/sureforms/) and added GoDAM Recorder Field integration
- New: Added GoDAM Recorder Field integration for [WPForms](https://godam.io/integrations/wp-forms/) to capture video submissions
- New: Implemented theme support for customizable video player appearance
- New: Added Global Ads settings for centralized advertisement management
- New: Implemented automatic autoplay disable when video audio is unmuted for better user experience
- New: Added Bookmarks and Lock functionality for improved Media Library folder organization
- New: Extended free version support to include MOV files and FLV formats (some codecs)
- New: Introduced Background Color for Image CTA Layer Button
- Tweak: Added Custom Post Type support for GoDAM Videos
- Tweak: Redesigned Media Library user interface for improved usability and navigation
- Tweak: Improved Layer Selection interface with tabs and search functionality
- Fix: Resolved overlapping button issues in Video Editor when viewing video content
- Fix: Added comprehensive translations for previously untranslated interface strings
- Fix: Eliminated display of "0" value after removing images in Image CTA Layer
- Fix: Updated Share Button and Share Modal visibility on GoDAM Video block
- Fix: Added validation for empty form selection in form layers

[CHECK THE FULL CHANGELOG](https://github.com/rtCamp/godam/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md)

== External Services ==
This plugin relies on third-party services to provide specific features. Below is a detailed explanation of the external services used, what data is sent, and under what conditions.

=== godam.io ===
Purpose: This service stores feedback submitted by users during plugin deactivation to help us improve the plugin and understand user concerns.

Data Sent:

1. Site URL

2. Reason for deactivation

3. Name

4. Email ID

When Data is Sent:
Data is sent only when a user submits the deactivation feedback form after clicking the deactivate button.

Service Provider: [godam.io](https://godam.io)

[Terms of Service](https://godam.io/tos/) | [Privacy Policy](https://godam.io/privacy-policy/)

=== app.godam.io ===
Purpose: This service is used for transcoding media uploaded by users and verifying the API Key to ensure the plugin is authorized for use.

Data Sent:

1. Site URL

2. API Key

When Data is Sent:

1. During media transcoding when the user uploads a video.

2. When the plugin checks for a valid API Key.

Service Provider: app.godam.io

[Terms of Service](https://godam.io/tos/) | [Privacy Policy](https://godam.io/privacy-policy/)

=== analytics.godam.io ===
Purpose: This service collects analytics data when a user watches a video on the frontend. It helps track video performance, user engagement, and campaign effectiveness.

Data Sent:

1. IP Address

2. Email

3. Author of the post's display name

4. Browser version, name, and browser language

5. User Agent String

6. The operating system of the user's device (e.g., Windows, macOS, Android)

When Data is Sent:

1. When the page containing the video loads.

2. When the user exits the page after watching the video.

Service Provider: analytics.godam.io

[Terms of Service](https://godam.io/tos/) | [Privacy Policy](https://godam.io/privacy-policy/)