Store uploads outside wp-content in a custom folder, organized by post type. Includes a migration tool for existing media.
Alternatives to Custom Upload Folder
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Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
Custom Upload Dirv3.6.0
Choose your own upload folders using post titles, categories, dates and more. Keep files easy to find when browsing your server.
MedienUpload Litev1.2.12
Organize WordPress media into custom folders with a real server directory structure and automatic year/month sorting.
MediaNest Upload Managerv2.0.0
Upload files into a dedicated uploads subfolder, browse from wp-admin, and import into the Media Library.
Browse files on the server and import them into the WordPress Media Library.
Duplicate Media Guardv2.1.1
Replace existing media files in WordPress without changing their URL or attachment ID. Prevent duplicate media uploads with smart filename and image h …
Create real media folders in WordPress uploads and store files in physical directories with clean, path-based URLs.
ScanUploadv1.0.2
Let visitors scan a QR code to upload files from their phone straight into your WordPress Media Library, powered by ScanUpload.
Attach files to any post or page and let WP Attachments list them for you, with icons, file sizes and a download counter.