Restrict media uploads by file size, image dimensions, and file types using role-based rules.
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Restrict WP Upload Typev1.1.0
Restrict WP Upload Type gives you complete control over which files your users can upload to WordPress.
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Keep your server lean. Set a strict maximum file size for all user uploads except administrators.
Brightery File Lockdownv1.0.9
Locks down code-changing capabilities and restricts WordPress uploads to approved media types.
Store uploads outside wp-content in a custom folder, organized by post type. Includes a migration tool for existing media.
Create real media folders in WordPress uploads and store files in physical directories with clean, path-based URLs.
Upload multiple media files through the WordPress REST API with authentication, duplicate detection, image optimization, ALT text support, and upload …
Raise upload size, memory, and time limits. Large files still upload when the host limit is 2 MB.