Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
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Fallback images, dynamic text placeholders, initials avatars, brand colours, and image-health tools for WordPress.
Never show a blank thumbnail again. Automatically display a default featured image, fallback image, or placeholder image for any post, page, or custom …
Media Export & Cleanv1.3.0
Export your Media Library to a ZIP, find orphaned files in your uploads folder and optimize images. Fast, local and secure.
BFG Tools – Theme Zipperv1.0.0
Zip any installed WordPress theme (including child themes) from Tools → Theme Zipper. Zips are saved in /wp-content/uploads/theme-zips.
Keep the subject in frame in every crop. Pick a focal point; Focalio serves WebP/AVIF on demand without filling your uploads folder.
Ziora Image SEO Renamerv1.0.0
Rename WordPress images with SEO-friendly filenames. Bulk rename existing images, automate new uploads, and update old image URLs.
Bulk-import product images from ZIP files by SKU and build complete WooCommerce galleries without re-uploading existing media.
Free AI alt text generator for WordPress. Bulk-generate SEO-ready alt text and rename generic filenames like image-1.jpg — no API keys needed.
Block Auditv1.0.0
Find common accessibility, performance, structure and content issues in your blocks, and jump straight to the block that needs attention.