What is Fast Gallery for Visual Composer?
When WordPress users need lightning-fast, stylish image galleries inside WPBakery Page Builder, Fast Gallery for Visual Composer offers a 1-minute setup with 7 lightbox scripts and 12 ready-made skins. I rely on this Codecanyon addon to turn any Visual Composer row into a responsive, retina-ready gallery without touching code.
What Makes Fast Gallery for Visual Composer Different
Unlike generic gallery plugins, Fast Gallery is built exclusively for WPBakery (formerly Visual Composer). It adds two dedicated elements—Fast Gallery and Fast Gallery Mosaic—directly into the builder interface so you can drag, drop, and publish in seconds. No shortcode memorizing, no extra CPT screens—just pure visual composing.
- 1-click gallery creation inside WPBakery backend or frontend editor
- 7 premium lightboxes including Photoswipe, Magnific Popup, and LightGallery
- Lazy-load, pagination, and masonry/grid switch without extra plugins
Fast Gallery for Visual Composer Features for WordPress Users
Seven Built-In Lightboxes
Choose PrettyPhoto, Magnific Popup, Fotorama slideshow, LightGallery, Photoswipe, Custom URL, or plain image-only display. Each script is enqueued only when used, keeping Core Web Vitals intact.
12 Gallery Skins + No-Style Mode
From flat squares to rounded circles, bordered frames, or gradient overlays, skins are one-click presets. Disable styling entirely to inherit your theme’s CSS for seamless branding.
Mosaic & Masonry Grid Engine
Fast Gallery Mosaic automatically creates Pinterest-style tiles while the standard addon offers classic masonry or symmetrical grid. Both respect responsive breakpoints up to 9 columns wide.
How to Install Fast Gallery for Visual Composer
Quick Installation
- Download the codecanyon-fast-gallery-vc.zip file from Codecanyon
- Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload and select the ZIP
- Activate the plugin; no API key needed
- Open any WPBakery page and look for “Fast Gallery” or “Fast Gallery Mosaic” in the element list
Who Should Use Fast Gallery for Visual Composer?
Photography Studios
Showcase client shoots with watermarked high-res images, Photoswipe swipe gestures, and password-protected pages—all inside the same page builder you already use for services and contact forms.
E-commerce Stores Running WPBakery
Create shoppable look-books by linking each thumbnail to a WooCommerce product. Fast Gallery’s custom URL lightbox lets you add “Buy Now” buttons inside the popup itself.
Fast Gallery for Visual Composer vs Alternatives
| Feature | Fast Gallery VC | Essential Grid |
|---|---|---|
| Native WPBakery element | Yes | No |
| One-click skin switch | 12 skins | Yes, via skins |
| Photoswipe lightbox | Built-in | Add-on purchase |
| Lazy-load | Checkbox | Filter hook |
Fast Gallery for Visual Composer Pricing
A regular license costs $17 on Codecanyon and includes lifetime updates and 6-month support. Extend support to 12 months for an additional $4.88. There is no free version.
Pros and Cons
✅ Pros
- Integrates directly into WPBakery frontend & backend editor
- 7 premium lightboxes worth >$100 if bought separately
- Lazy-load and pagination keep large galleries fast
- Translation-ready .po/.mo files included
❌ Cons
- Works only with WPBakery; Elementor or Gutenberg users need another plugin
- No WooCommerce product gallery replacement
- Support limited to 6 months unless extended
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fast Gallery work with the latest WPBakery Page Builder?
Yes, the author updates compatibility within days after every major WPBakery release.
Can I use Fast Gallery on non-WPBakery pages?
No. The plugin registers WPBakery-specific elements; it does not create standalone shortcodes.
Is the plugin GDPR compliant?
Fast Gallery does not load external fonts or trackers; however, lightbox scripts like YouTube embeds need your cookie consent solution.
How many images can I add?
There is no hard limit; pagination and lazy-load keep 1 000+ image galleries usable.
Can I migrate galleries to another site?
Export/import WPBakery templates using the built-in Template Library; galleries are included.
Does it support WebP images?
Yes, as long as your server delivers WebP; the plugin simply outputs the uploaded file.
Final Verdict
Fast Gallery for Visual Composer is the fastest way to create professional image galleries inside WPBakery. If you already build pages with WPBakery, the $17 price delivers unmatched convenience and performance. For Elementor or block-editor users, look elsewhere; for WPBakery loyalists, it’s a no-brainer.
