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BWD Masking Effects
BWD Masking Effects is an Elementor addon plugin that applies masking shapes to images, videos and text. It gives you a library of more than 70 preset masks plus a custom text masking effect with parallax motion, all set up inside the Elementor editor without writing code.
- Version
- 2.4
- Released
- Oct 27, 2025
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Elementor
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in BWD Masking Effects 2.4
Version 2.4 · Oct 27, 2025
Latest
What it does
Plain rectangular images and videos can make a page feel flat, and building custom shaped masks usually means editing graphics or writing CSS. This addon handles that inside Elementor. You pick one of the preset masking shapes, apply it to an image or video, and the media takes on that outline. You can then adjust the image width and height to fit your layout, so the mask works with the section you are building.
For headings and display text, the custom text masking effect fills lettering with imagery and adds a subtle parallax movement for a sense of depth. The masked elements are responsive and retina ready, so they adapt to desktops, tablets and phones. The plugin requires Elementor and works with WordPress themes that support it. A pot file is included for translating the plugin into other languages.
Best for
- Designers building creative Elementor layouts
- Portfolio and agency sites featuring images and video
- Freelancers adding custom shapes without writing CSS
Features
Over 70 preset mask shapes
Choose from a library of more than 70 masking shapes and apply them to images or videos to give media an artistic outline.
Text masking with parallax
Create custom text masking effects that include a subtle parallax motion, adding depth to headings and other display text.
Responsive and retina ready
Masked elements adjust to different screen sizes, from desktops to smartphones, and display with crisp, high resolution clarity.
Width and height controls
Adjust the image width and height of masked elements to fit your design, all from the editor with no coding required.
Cross-browser compatibility
The masking effects are built to work across modern browsers, so visitors see consistent results whichever browser they use.
Works with Elementor themes
Use the addon with any WordPress theme that supports Elementor, which makes it suitable for many different types of websites.
Translation ready
A pot file is included with the clean, documented code, so the plugin can be translated into other languages for multilingual projects.
Questions about BWD Masking Effects
Does this plugin need Elementor?
Yes. It is an addon built specifically for Elementor, so Elementor must be active on your site. It works with WordPress themes that support Elementor, and the masking controls appear within the Elementor editor.
Can I mask videos as well as images?
Yes. The preset masking shapes can be applied to both images and videos. There are more than 70 shapes to choose from, and you can adjust the image width and height to fit your layout.
What does the text masking effect do?
The custom text masking effect lets you create masked text with a subtle parallax movement. This adds a sense of depth and motion to headings or other display text, giving them a more distinctive look than plain lettering.
Will masked elements look right on phones?
The plugin is described as fully responsive and retina ready, so masked elements adapt to screens from desktops to smartphones and display clearly on high resolution devices. It is also built to work across modern browsers.
Is BWD Masking Effects free?
The code of BWD Masking Effects is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of BWD Masking Effects is this?
Version 2.4, released Oct 27, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update BWD Masking Effects?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of BWD Masking Effects automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does BWD Masking Effects need?
BWD Masking Effects needs Elementor installed and active.
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