Every Plan Includes SmartVideo’s Core Features
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Every Plan Includes SmartVideo’s Core Features
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Loved by teams in 40+ countries
...from solo creators to enterprise sites
Loved by teams in 40+ countries
...from solo creators to enterprise sites
What Our Customers Say
Here’s what people say after switching to SmartVideo. (tl;dr: they like it.)
I implemented this on my site and immediately saw an impact. I am very impressed with how simple they have made the entire setup. It works very well and as advertised.
Bye YouTube! SmartVideo is incredibly fast, stable, and bloat-free!
Very Fast and SUPERB support! I was using Wistia and switched to Swarmify. My video now loads really fast!
Goodbye, YouTube embeds. Will not miss you!
So, the thing I hate the most about YouTube embeds, other than the bloated code, is that they can steal my traffic with their branding and suggested videos. Until now I had to use a WordPress plugin to hide the related suggestions at the end, but it was not the best solution, not to mention that it added code load time.
Swarmify brings an amazing solution to the table. The code is light and 3rd party video embed branding is gone...Videos load fast, look great and I no longer have to worry about my traffic going over to YouTube.
This tool is easy to setup and as easy to use. Does the job as intended, no-nonsense. Really enhances the experience of having video on your website.
Love this app. I have videos on my site and this takes away the annoying suggested videos and makes them look more professional and faster.
I installed Swarmify on my WordPress site and the process was very easy via the plugin.
Best video player and video CDN. I highly recommend SmartVideo!
I love using SmartVideo because it boosts the load times of my website and video plays, by preventing YouTube from stealing my site visitors and showing their related videos after every video.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Swarmify? 🐝
Swarmify is a video acceleration company founded in 2014. We built SmartVideo to solve a specific problem: website owners were losing visitors because their embedded videos loaded too slowly, showed ads, or sent traffic off-site. Our CDN and player technology fixes all three.
What is SmartVideo? ▶️
SmartVideo is Swarmify's video hosting platform for websites. It replaces standard video embeds (Vimeo, self-hosted) with a faster, branded player backed by a global CDN. You get instant-start playback, adaptive streaming, and a clean player with no third-party logos -- on any website platform.
Who is SmartVideo for? 👩
Two core groups: (1) Website owners who want their videos to load fast without slowing down their site -- marketers, course creators, churches, e-commerce stores, and media publishers. (2) Agencies and developers who need a white-label video player they can deploy across client sites without per-client licensing fees.
Who is SmartVideo not for? ⛔
SmartVideo is not the right fit if "free" is your only requirement (YouTube exists for that), if you need live streaming (we focus on on-demand video), or if you're building a video-sharing platform like YouTube or TikTok. We're built for embedding video on your own website.
Why should I choose SmartVideo over YouTube? 🤔
YouTube is free, but it comes with trade-offs. YouTube embeds add their logo, show recommended videos (often from competitors), and slow your page down with heavy iframes. From working with hundreds of sites, we've seen YouTube embeds add 2-4 seconds to page load times. SmartVideo loads 12x faster, shows zero third-party branding, and keeps every visitor on your site.
Does SmartVideo slow down my website? ⚡
No -- it does the opposite. SmartVideo’s player is lighter than a YouTube or Vimeo embed. We lazy-load the player so it doesn’t block your page from rendering, and our CDN handles all the heavy lifting. Most customers see their page speed scores improve after switching.
How do you protect my videos from being stolen or pirated? 🛡️
Our player and network are designed with security in mind. We use encrypted video delivery (HLS with AES-128), domain-level restrictions (your videos only play on domains you authorize), and hotlink protection. It’s not DRM-level lockdown, but it stops casual downloading and unauthorized embedding.
How difficult is it to install SmartVideo? Do I need a developer? ✨
For most sites, it takes under 5 minutes. On WordPress, install our plugin and activate it -- done. On Squarespace or Shopify, paste one script into your site header, then use the <smartvideo> tag wherever you want a video. No developer needed for standard setups.
What kind of websites can I use SmartVideo on? 💻
Any site where you can add a script to the header and HTML to the page. That includes WordPress, Squarespace, Shopify, Wix, Webflow, Ghost, static HTML, and custom-built sites. If you can embed a YouTube video on it, you can use SmartVideo on it.
I use Vimeo on my site. How do I transition to SmartVideo? 🎓
You don't have to re-upload anything. When you install SmartVideo, it automatically detects Vimeo embeds on your pages and converts them to our player. Your videos keep their existing URLs and embed codes -- viewers just get a faster, cleaner experience.
How do the auto Vimeo conversions work? ♻️
When you embed a Vimeo video on your site, SmartVideo sees the embed, downloads the file, and re-encodes it. From then on, the video is delivered over our intelligent network, through our player.
Besides Vimeo, can I use videos from other sources (like my computer, Dropbox, or Amazon S3)? 📤
Yes, you have total flexibility. You can:
- Import from Vimeo: SmartVideo will automatically find and convert your Vimeo embeds.
- Upload directly: Upload video files from your computer directly to your Swarmify Dashboard.
- Source on-page: For advanced use, you can add a video source URL (like an S3 link) directly to a SmartVideo tag on your website.
Can I customize the video player to match my brand? 🎨
Yes. SmartVideo is a 100% white-label player, so our branding is never present. You have several options to match your brand's aesthetic:
- Set the player's primary color to match your brand palette.
- Change the shape of the play button.
- On the Pro plan, you can add your own watermark directly onto the player.
Is there a free trial or a money-back guarantee? 🎉
Yes. Every plan comes with a 14-day free trial. No credit card required to start. If it's not the right fit, cancel before the trial ends and you won't be charged.
Do I have to sign a long-term contract? 🗓️
Yes. Upgrades take effect immediately, and downgrades apply at the end of your current billing cycle. No long-term contracts on any plan -- month-to-month or annual, your choice.
What payment methods do you accept? 💳
All major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) and PayPal.
Can I change my plan at any time? 🔄
Yes. Upgrades take effect immediately, and downgrades apply at the end of your current billing cycle. No long-term contracts on any plan -- month-to-month or annual, your choice.
What happens if I go over my plan's limits? 📈
We don't cut off your videos. View overages are billed at a simple per-thousand rate: $2/1,000 on Startup, $1/1,000 on Growth, $0.75/1,000 on Pro. Storage overages are $12/TB per month on all plans. You'll see usage in your dashboard so there are no surprises. If you're consistently over, we'll suggest the right plan.
Do you have any restrictions on content types? 🚫
Swarmify does not have any specific restrictions on acceptable content types. You may use our video delivery for any content that is legally permissible subject to United States law; and for which you have the appropriate rights to use and transmit to your customers.
We are responsive to the DMCA process. Any communication in this regard may be sent to legal@swarmify.com. See our terms and conditions for additional details.
Can I use this for live video? 📽️
Not currently. SmartVideo is focused on on-demand video hosting and delivery. If live streaming is a requirement, you'll want a dedicated live platform -- but we're a strong complement for hosting the recordings after.
A Player That Works for You, Not Against You
Standard video players are designed to do one thing: steal your traffic. Our professional-grade player is engineered to do the opposite.
✔️100% Leak-Free: No logos, titles, or "recommended video" links that siphon your visitors away to other sites.
✔️Fully Customizable: Match your brand's color palette and even add your own watermark for a seamless, professional look.
✔️Clean & Unobtrusive: A minimal, modern design keeps the focus exactly where it should be—on your content.
Your brand, your player, your traffic.
Instant Playback. Zero Waiting.
Every second a visitor spends staring at a loading spinner is a potential lost sale. We've engineered a player that's built for speed.
⚡ Starts 12x Faster: Our patented technology pre-loads video data, so playback is practically instant.
✨ Eliminates Buffering: SmartVideo reduces time spent buffering by 8x, ensuring a smooth, frustration-free experience for your viewers.
Faster video means higher engagement, longer watch times, and a more professional experience for your brand.
Your Video, Ready for the World.
With SmartVideo, your content is instantly prepared for a global audience. Our automatic optimization ensures a seamless experience for every single viewer, guaranteed.
💻 Any Device: Phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops.
🌐 Any Browser: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and more.
🌎 Any Connection: From fast fiber to slower mobile networks.
Never lose a viewer to a compatibility issue again.
Upgrade Your Vimeo Player. Instantly.
Worried about switching from Vimeo? Don't be. There's no manual work, no re-uploading, and no changing embed codes. You don't have to do a thing.
✨ Automatic Conversion: Once SmartVideo is installed, it automatically finds your existing Vimeo embeds on your site.
🚀 Instant Upgrade: It replaces the slow, branded Vimeo player with our fast, professional, and fully customizable player.
All your videos get an instant performance and branding boost with zero effort required.
Say Goodbye to the Spinning Wheel.
Nothing kills engagement faster than a buffering video. We built our technology around a single goal: eliminating it entirely. The result? 8x less buffering than other video players.
⚡ Constant Optimization: Throughout playback, SmartVideo intelligently adjusts the stream in real-time to match the viewer's network conditions.
✅ Flawless Experience: This proactive approach means your viewers get a smooth, high-quality stream without frustrating interruptions.
Give your viewers the reliable playback they deserve.
Predictable Pricing. No Surprises.
Stop worrying about complex bandwidth calculations and surprise overage bills. We believe you should never be punished for creating popular, high-quality content.
⚙️ Unlimited Encoding: Process and optimize all your files, worry-free.
💨 Unlimited Bandwidth: We never charge for data transfer. A 1080p video costs the same per view as a 480p video.
Every plan includes generous storage (500 GB to 5 TB depending on tier). Our pricing is based on two simple metrics: video views and storage used.