Store uploads outside wp-content in a custom folder, organized by post type. Includes a migration tool for existing media.
Alternatives to WP Original Media Path
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Relevant replacements
WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
MediaNest Upload Managerv2.0.0
Upload files into a dedicated uploads subfolder, browse from wp-admin, and import into the Media Library.
KDA Media Buttonv1.4.3
Browse a site folder, pick images and insert them into posts from the classic WordPress editor.
Create real media folders in WordPress uploads and store files in physical directories with clean, path-based URLs.
Rename files before upload with customizable patterns, automatic rules, and manual editing. Create descriptive filenames that can also support SEO.
Browse files on the server and import them into the WordPress Media Library.
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.
Detect and permanently delete orphaned uploads (files physically present on disk without an attachment in the Media Library).