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How to Add Video Conferencing to WordPress with the Plug-N-Meet Plugin

This guide provides a complete walkthrough for integrating the powerful, self-hosted Plug-N-Meet video conferencing solution with your WordPress website. By the end, you will be able to host secure video meetings directly from your own domain.

Part 1: Installation & Initial Setup​

This section covers installing the plugin and connecting it to your PlugNmeet server.

1. Install the Plugin​

  • From your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Plugins > Add New.
  • In the search bar, type plugnmeet.
  • Find the official Plug-N-Meet plugin in the search results and click Install Now.

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2. Activate the Plugin​

  • After the installation is complete, click the Activate button.

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3. Connect to Your Server (API Settings)​

This is the most important step. You must connect the plugin to a working PlugNmeet server.

  • From your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the new Plug-N-Meet menu item and select Settings.
  • You will see three fields: Server URL, API Key, and API Secret.

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  • These fields must be filled with your server's API credentials. After activation, they may be pre-filled with demo credentials.
  • You must replace these with the API details from your own self-hosted or PlugNmeet Cloud server to ensure full functionality.

Part 2: Creating & Publishing Your First Meeting​

Now that the plugin is configured, you can create and display a meeting room on your site.

1. Create a New Room​

  • From the WordPress dashboard, go to Plug-N-Meet > Rooms.
  • Click Add New.

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2. Configure Room Settings​

  • Title & Description: Give your meeting room a clear title.
  • Passwords: Set passwords for moderators and attendees.
  • Welcome Message: Customize the initial message that appears in the chat.
  • Max Participants: Set a limit on the number of users who can join (use 0 for unlimited).
  • Room Features: Enable or disable core features like webcams, screen sharing, and recording.
  • Default Lock Settings: Configure which features are locked by default when a user joins (e.g., microphone, chat).

3. Publish the Room​

  • Once you have configured the room to your liking, click Submit.

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4. Display the Room on a Page​

  • Go to Plug-N-Meet > Rooms and find the room you just created.
  • In the Shortcode column, copy the unique shortcode for that room.

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  • Go to Pages > Add New (or edit an existing page).
  • Paste the shortcode into the content area of the page.

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  • Click Update or Publish.
  • You can now view the page to see your live meeting room.

Part 3: The Attendee Experience​

When a user visits the page containing your meeting room shortcode, they will see a simple login screen.

  • Joining: Attendees enter their name and the required password to join the meeting.
  • No Password: If you did not set a password, they will only need to enter their name.

Part 4: Advanced Configuration (Optional)​

These settings allow you to further customize the look and feel of your meetings.

Design Customization​

You can customize colors and logos globally (for all rooms) or for a single, specific room.

  • Global Customization: Navigate to Plug-N-Meet > Settings and scroll down to Design Customization.
  • Per-Room Customization: Edit a specific room and go to the Design Customization tab.

Here you can change the logo, background, and all primary and secondary colors to match your brand.

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User Role Permissions​

From the Plug-N-Meet > Settings page, click the Permission tab to configure how different WordPress user roles interact with the meeting rooms. You can control who can join as a moderator, who needs a password, and who can manage recordings.

Client Version Settings​

Under Plug-N-Meet > Settings, you can choose how the client is loaded.

  • Remote (Default): The client is automatically updated when you update the plugin. This is recommended for most users.
  • Local: Allows you to use a custom-hosted version of the client if you have specific modifications.

Common Questions & Troubleshooting​

Why do I see an 'Invalid API' or other errors? This usually means the demo credentials have expired or you are trying to use a feature disabled on the demo server. You must replace the default API details in the Settings page with the credentials from your own PlugNmeet server.

Can I use this plugin without a PlugNmeet server? No. This plugin is a client that connects your WordPress site to a PlugNmeet server. You must have either a self-hosted server or a PlugNmeet Cloud subscription for the plugin to work.