Control exactly which file types WordPress accepts, with per-role permissions, upload limits, and built-in MIME, magic-byte, and SVG security checks.
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Brightery File Lockdownv1.0.9
Locks down code-changing capabilities and restricts WordPress uploads to approved media types.
Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
A lightweight plugin to easily increase and customize your maximum upload file size, memory limit, execution time, and post max size.
Easily allow WordPress to accept and upload any file type extension or MIME type, including custom file types.
Modern role editor, multiple roles, content control and smart role rules for WordPress.
Allow customers to upload artwork, photos, documents, and specifications directly on WooCommerce product pages with an intuitive drag-and-drop zone.
WP Media File Type Manager will allow you to manage different file types in Media Library.
Restrict media uploads by file size, image dimensions, and file types using role-based rules.
Restrict WP Upload Typev1.1.0
Restrict WP Upload Type gives you complete control over which files your users can upload to WordPress.