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ExploreXR Free v1.3.1 Brings Major Improvements to WordPress

ExploreXR Free v1.3.1 is now available on WordPress.org, bringing a major improvement release to the free ExploreXR plugin.

ExploreXR was already available for WordPress, but version 1.3.1 introduces a stronger foundation, more features, better performance options, improved loading behavior, and a cleaner addon workflow.

This update makes ExploreXR Free a more complete starting point for anyone who wants to add interactive 3D models, AR experiences, or animation-ready 3D content to a WordPress website.

A More Powerful 3D Viewer for WordPress

ExploreXR Free allows users to upload and display GLB, GLTF, and USDZ models directly inside WordPress.

Models can be embedded anywhere using the shortcode:

ExploreXR Alert: Model not found. Possibly abducted by polygons from another dimension.

This makes ExploreXR compatible with the WordPress Block Editor, Classic Editor, Elementor, Divi, Avada, and other shortcode-compatible builders.

Version 1.3.1 improves the core viewer experience with responsive sizing, camera controls, zoom, pan, touch gestures, auto-rotation, poster image support, and multiple loading strategies.

Better Loading and Performance Features

Performance is one of the main focuses of this release.

ExploreXR Free v1.3.1 includes several loading options, including direct loading, poster image with button, and lazy loading through IntersectionObserver.

The plugin also includes locally bundled support for:

• Draco geometry compression
• KTX2 / Basis Universal texture compression
• Meshopt compression

This helps optimized 3D assets load more efficiently without relying on external CDN-hosted decoders.

ExploreXR also uses conditional asset loading, so frontend scripts only load on pages where a 3D model is actually used.

One Premium Addon Included

A key improvement in this version is the included Premium Addon system.

ExploreXR Free now allows users to choose one Premium Addon from the supported free addon list:

• AR Addon — iOS Quick Look, Android Scene Viewer, and WebXR augmented reality
• Animation Addon — play, pause, loop, and control glTF animation clips
• Loading Options Addon — custom loading bars, percentage counters, and loading overlays

Only one addon can be active at a time in the free version. Users who need more than one addon can upgrade to ExploreXR Premium for 3, 5, or unlimited addon slots, depending on the selected plan.

Improved Uploads and Compatibility

ExploreXR Free v1.3.1 also includes important fixes and compatibility improvements.

The update improves GLB, GLTF, and USDZ upload validation, especially in cases where PHP MIME detection returns incorrect file types.

It also improves conflict handling between ExploreXR Free and ExploreXR Premium, helping prevent activation issues when both versions are installed on the same site.

Built for Real WordPress Websites

ExploreXR Free is designed for real-world WordPress projects, including:

• E-commerce stores
• Product presentations
• Architecture and real estate websites
• Education and training platforms
• Agencies building interactive websites for clients
• Developers experimenting with 3D, AR, and XR on the web

For advanced workflows, ExploreXR Premium adds additional addons such as material variants, camera and lighting tools, annotations, WooCommerce integration, native Elementor widgets, Divi modules, Avada integration, and more.

Update to ExploreXR Free v1.3.1

ExploreXR Free v1.3.1 is available now on WordPress.org.

This release improves the free plugin with more features, better loading strategies, compression support, improved upload handling, and one included Premium Addon choice.

It is a strong update for anyone who wants to bring interactive 3D, AR, and animation-ready experiences into WordPress.