The Videor – Video Clipping Mask for Elementor is a creative WordPress plugin (developed by Merkulove) that allows you to "cut out" videos into specific shapes.1 Instead of a standard rectangular video player, you can display video content inside stars, blobs, hexacons, or custom text.
It is particularly useful for portfolio sites, high-end agency landing pages, and creative headers where you want a "moving background" inside a specific design element.
40+ Preset Masks: Includes a large library of pre-made shapes (geometric, organic blobs, abstract strokes) that you can apply with one click.2
Custom SVG Support: You can upload your own .svg file to create a unique clipping mask (e.g., your company logo or a custom-drawn shape).3
Multi-Source Support: Works with videos from:
YouTube
Vimeo4
Self-hosted (WordPress Media Library)5
External Direct Links (.mp4)6
Text Masking: You can use the widget to set a video as the background for a specific piece of text, making the letters appear "filled" with moving video.7
Interaction Controls: Includes options to play the video only on mouse hover (Mouse Enter) and pause it when the mouse leaves.8
Flexible Styling: Directly within the Elementor interface, you can adjust the video’s scale, position (X/Y axis), opacity, and CSS filters (brightness, contrast, etc.).9
Responsiveness: Allows you to set different mask sizes or video behaviors specifically for Mobile, Tablet, and Desktop.10
Lightweight: The plugin is designed to be "SEO Friendly" and lightweight, using modern CSS clipping methods rather than heavy JavaScript where possible.11
To use Videor, you generally follow these steps:
Add Widget: Search for the "Videor" widget in the Elementor sidebar and drag it into a section.
Choose Source: Select your video type (e.g., YouTube) and paste the URL.
Apply Mask: Go to the Mask tab and choose a preset shape or upload your SVG.12
Refine: Use the "Position" and "Scale" sliders to ensure the most important part of the video is visible through the mask.13
Envato Elements: Included in the standard subscription (unlimited downloads).
CodeCanyon: Available as a standalone purchase, typically around $19 for a regular license (includes 6 months of support).14
Pro-Tip: If you are using Elementor Pro, some basic masking is now built-in under the "Advanced" tab of the standard Video widget. However, Videor remains superior for its specific library of 40+ shapes and its specialized "Video-in-Text" functionality which is much easier to configure via this plugin than manually.
Would you like me to help you find a specific SVG shape for your mask, or do you need assistance with the "Video-in-Text" setup?
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Dec 29, 2025 17:16 PM
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