Feature
WordPress video lightbox
Let visitors open your video in a lightbox with a simple button — no page reload.
A clean video lightbox
Use the [cvwp_video_button] shortcode to add a “Play video” button anywhere in your content. When a visitor clicks it, the imported video opens in a lightbox overlay, keeping the page clean until they choose to watch.
Usage
Add the button with custom text and styling:
[cvwp_video_button text="Watch the demo" class="my-button"]
Combine it with the import options so the same video powers your featured media and your lightbox button.
See also WordPress featured video.
Why use a video lightbox
Keep the page clean and let visitors choose when to watch.
No page reload
The video opens in an overlay — visitors never leave the page they are on.
Faster first load
The page stays light; the player only loads once the button is clicked.
Focus on the video
A dimmed backdrop puts the video front and centre, distraction-free.
Add it anywhere
Drop the button into posts, pages and content wherever you need it.
Style the button your way
One shortcode, fully yours.
Custom text
Set the label, e.g. “Watch the demo” or “Play video”.
Your CSS classes
Add a class and style the trigger like any other button on your site.
Reuses your import
The same imported video powers the featured media and the lightbox button.
Where the button works
Posts & pages
Anywhere you can add a shortcode or a block.
Widgets & footers
Use it in widget areas that run shortcodes.
Any imported video
YouTube in the free plugin; Vimeo & Dailymotion in PRO.
Video lightbox FAQ
Does clicking reload the page?
No. The video opens in a lightbox overlay on the same page.
Can I change the button text and style?
Yes — set custom text and add your own CSS class right on the shortcode.
Which video does it play?
The video you imported for that post, so your featured media and the lightbox stay in sync.
Do I need PRO?
Not for YouTube. Vimeo and Dailymotion sources are part of PRO.