{"id":253601,"date":"2025-09-24T17:55:32","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T17:55:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/image-format-converter\/"},"modified":"2026-05-27T15:38:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T15:38:35","slug":"image-format-converter","status":"publish","type":"plugin","link":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/image-format-converter\/","author":18604419,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"version":"1.1.0","stable_tag":"1.1.0","tested":"6.8.5","requires":"5.0","requires_php":"7.2","requires_plugins":null,"header_name":"Image Format Converter","header_author":"sadathimel","header_description":"Converts images between JPG\/JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats in the WordPress admin.","assets_banners_color":"a6c4e2","last_updated":"2026-05-27 15:38:35","external_support_url":"","external_repository_url":"","donate_link":"","header_plugin_uri":"https:\/\/github.com\/sadathimel\/image-format-converter","header_author_uri":"https:\/\/github.com\/sadathimel","rating":0,"author_block_rating":0,"active_installs":80,"downloads":685,"num_ratings":0,"support_threads":0,"support_threads_resolved":0,"author_block_count":0,"sections":["description","installation","faq","changelog"],"tags":{"1.0.0":{"tag":"1.0.0","author":"sadathimel","date":"2025-09-24 18:08:37"},"1.0.1":{"tag":"1.0.1","author":"sadathimel","date":"2025-10-14 17:55:49"},"1.0.3":{"tag":"1.0.3","author":"sadathimel","date":"2026-05-26 08:46:40"},"1.1.0":{"tag":"1.1.0","author":"sadathimel","date":"2026-05-27 15:38:35"}},"upgrade_notice":{"1.1.0":"

Introduces AJAX-powered sequential image conversion, multi-select support, and an animated progress bar with bulk savings statistics.<\/p>","1.0.3":"

Adds a "Convert Format" link under images in the Media Library list view, and a setting to strip EXIF metadata to save extra storage space in Imagick.<\/p>","1.0.2":"

Adds image resizing options, file size savings statistics, and an option to automatically delete original files after conversion.<\/p>","1.0.1":"

Added AVIF support and "Image convert complete" message. Ensure AVIF is enabled in GD\/Imagick (PHP 8.1+). Compatible with WordPress 6.8.\nUpdated to use unique imgfmt<\/code> prefix, public GitHub URI, and improved security. Compatible with WordPress 6.8.<\/p>","1.0.0":"

Initial release. No upgrades needed.<\/p>"},"ratings":[],"assets_icons":{"icon-256x256.png":{"filename":"icon-256x256.png","revision":3367361,"resolution":"256x256","location":"assets","locale":"","width":512,"height":512}},"assets_banners":{"banner-772x250.png":{"filename":"banner-772x250.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"772x250","location":"assets","locale":"","width":786,"height":256}},"assets_blueprints":{},"all_blocks":[],"tagged_versions":["1.0.0","1.0.1","1.0.3","1.1.0"],"block_files":[],"assets_screenshots":{"screenshot-1.png":{"filename":"screenshot-1.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"1","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1902,"height":863},"screenshot-2.png":{"filename":"screenshot-2.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"2","location":"assets","locale":"","width":981,"height":836},"screenshot-3.png":{"filename":"screenshot-3.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"3","location":"assets","locale":"","width":771,"height":818},"screenshot-4.png":{"filename":"screenshot-4.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"4","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1844,"height":836},"screenshot-5.png":{"filename":"screenshot-5.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"5","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1899,"height":866},"screenshot-6.png":{"filename":"screenshot-6.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"6","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1900,"height":866},"screenshot-7.png":{"filename":"screenshot-7.png","revision":3367353,"resolution":"7","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1871,"height":855}},"screenshots":{"1":"Media > Image Converter<\/strong> with modern conversion form, toggle buttons, and success notice.","2":"Media > Image Converter<\/strong> with GD\/Imagick instructions visible."}},"plugin_section":[],"plugin_tags":[194661,146523,2192,2194,15376],"plugin_category":[50,59],"plugin_contributors":[242558,246257],"plugin_business_model":[],"class_list":["post-253601","plugin","type-plugin","status-publish","hentry","plugin_tags-avif","plugin_tags-image-converter","plugin_tags-jpg","plugin_tags-png","plugin_tags-webp","plugin_category-media","plugin_category-utilities-and-tools","plugin_contributors-sadathimel","plugin_contributors-themedot","plugin_committers-sadathimel"],"banners":{"banner":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/banner-772x250.png?rev=3367353","banner_2x":false,"banner_rtl":false,"banner_2x_rtl":false},"icons":{"svg":false,"icon":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/icon-256x256.png?rev=3367361","icon_2x":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/icon-256x256.png?rev=3367361","generated":false},"screenshots":[{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-1.png?rev=3367353","caption":"Media > Image Converter<\/strong> with modern conversion form, toggle buttons, and success notice."},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-2.png?rev=3367353","caption":"Media > Image Converter<\/strong> with GD\/Imagick instructions visible."},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-3.png?rev=3367353","caption":""},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-4.png?rev=3367353","caption":""},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-5.png?rev=3367353","caption":""},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-6.png?rev=3367353","caption":""},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/image-format-converter\/assets\/screenshot-7.png?rev=3367353","caption":""}],"raw_content":"\n

Image Format Converter is a powerful, lightweight administrative tool that allows you to easily convert images in your WordPress Media Library to modern formats like WebP and AVIF, as well as standard PNG and JPG formats.<\/p>\n\n

By leveraging your server's native PHP image processing libraries (GD or Imagick), this plugin converts images with high quality and optimal compression. With the newly added AJAX-powered engine, you can now select and convert multiple images at once, watch their progress in real-time with an animated progress bar, and see exactly how many kilobytes and storage percentage you saved.<\/p>\n\n

Features:<\/strong>\n* AJAX Bulk Conversion:<\/strong> Select multiple images from the Media Library and convert them sequentially. Prevents script timeouts on large libraries.\n* Proportional Resizing:<\/strong> Set optional maximum width or height constraints to scale down high-resolution images during conversion.\n* Media Library Row Action:<\/strong> Convert images directly from the Media Library list view (upload.php<\/code>) with a quick \"Convert Format\" link.\n* Size Savings Calculator:<\/strong> Shows original size, converted size, and total storage savings in real-time.\n* Metadata Control (EXIF Stripping):<\/strong> Clean up extra file space by stripping camera EXIF profiles and color data when using Imagick.\n* Auto-Delete Original:<\/strong> Clean up your server automatically by deleting the original image file and database attachment after a successful conversion.\n* Flexible settings:<\/strong> Configure JPEG quality, PNG compression levels, WebP\/AVIF quality, and toggle Media Library registration.\n* Server Diagnostics:<\/strong> View library status (GD, Imagick, WebP, AVIF) at a glance, with step-by-step instructions to enable missing libraries.<\/p>\n\n

Access all features by going to Media > Image Converter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

Support the Developer<\/h3>\n\n

Enjoying CopyBlocker Pro? Support development by buying the author a coffee:\n\u2615 Buy Me a Coffee<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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  1. Upload the image-format-converter<\/code> folder to the \/wp-content\/plugins\/<\/code> directory.<\/li>\n
  2. Activate the plugin through the Plugins<\/strong> menu in WordPress.<\/li>\n
  3. Go to Media > Image Converter<\/strong> to start converting images, customize settings, or check your server configuration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
    \n

    Where do converted images appear?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

    Converted images are saved in your uploads folder (e.g., wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/<\/code>) with \"_converted\" appended (e.g., image_converted.png<\/code>). If enabled (default), they appear in Media > Library<\/strong>. The success notice shows \"Image convert complete\" with links to the file and Media Library entry.<\/p><\/dd>\n

    Why don\u2019t I see the converted file?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

    Check the success\/error notice on Media > Image Converter<\/strong>. Ensure GD or Imagick is enabled (see library status). Verify the uploads folder is writable (755\/644 permissions). Check Media > Library<\/strong>.<\/p><\/dd>\n

    What do I do if I see \"GD: Not Available | Imagick: Not Available\"?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

    Click the \"How to Enable GD and Imagick\" button for instructions. Summary:\n- Shared Hosting<\/strong>: Enable \"gd\" or \"imagick\" in cPanel\/Site Tools under PHP Extensions. Contact support if needed.\n- Local (XAMPP\/WAMP\/MAMP)<\/strong>: Edit php.ini<\/code> to uncomment extension=gd<\/code> or add extension=imagick<\/code> after installing ImageMagick.\n- VPS (Ubuntu\/CentOS)<\/strong>: Install php-gd<\/code> or php-imagick<\/code>, restart Apache.\n- Cloud (AWS, DigitalOcean)<\/strong>: Install extensions or contact support.\n- Verify<\/strong>: Use Tools > Site Health > Info > Server<\/strong> or create info.php<\/code> with <?php phpinfo(); ?><\/code>.<\/p><\/dd>\n

    Does it support AVIF\/WebP?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

    Yes, if GD (PHP 8.1+ for AVIF, 7.1+ for WebP) or Imagick supports them. Check the library status on the conversion page.<\/p><\/dd>\n

    Why don\u2019t the toggle buttons work?<\/h3><\/dt>\n
      \n
    • Open Developer Tools (F12 > Console) for errors like \"jQuery is not defined\".<\/li>\n
    • Ensure wp-content\/plugins\/image-format-converter\/admin\/js\/imgfmt-admin.js<\/code> exists (permissions 644).<\/li>\n
    • Deactivate other plugins and switch to a default theme (e.g., Twenty Twenty-Five).<\/li>\n
    • Clear browser cache or test in incognito mode.<\/li>\n
    • Enable WP_DEBUG<\/code> in wp-config.php<\/code> and check wp-content\/debug.log<\/code>.<\/li>\n
    • Verify jQuery loads (F12 > Network > JS).<\/li>\n
    • In XAMPP, ensure Apache is running and file paths are correct.<\/li>\n
    • Contact support with console errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/dd>\n

      Can I convert multiple images?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Yes, you can select multiple images using the media uploader. The plugin will convert them sequentially using AJAX and display a live progress bar.<\/p><\/dd>\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n

      1.1.0<\/h4>\n\n
        \n
      • Added AJAX-powered sequential image conversion for single and bulk files.<\/li>\n
      • Added support for selecting multiple images in the media library uploader.<\/li>\n
      • Added live conversion progress wizard with an animated progress bar.<\/li>\n
      • Added overall statistics summary for bulk processing (total original, converted size, and storage percentage saved).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        1.0.3<\/h4>\n\n
          \n
        • Added quick \"Convert Format\" action links directly in the Media Library list view.<\/li>\n
        • Added setting to strip EXIF\/IPTC image metadata when using Imagick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          1.0.2<\/h4>\n\n
            \n
          • Added optional image resizing and dimensions control.<\/li>\n
          • Added size reduction and storage savings statistics calculator in success notices.<\/li>\n
          • Added optional \"Delete original image after conversion\" setting.<\/li>\n
          • Fixed admin notice display bug where messages did not persist across redirects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

            1.0.1<\/h4>\n\n
              \n
            • Added success message \"Image convert complete\" after conversion.<\/li>\n
            • Added AVIF format support (requires PHP 8.1+ with GD\/Imagick AVIF enabled).<\/li>\n
            • Updated library check and UI to include AVIF.<\/li>\n
            • Updated prefix to imgfmt<\/code> for uniqueness, per WordPress.org review.<\/li>\n
            • Set Plugin URI to public GitHub repository.<\/li>\n
            • Fixed input validation for security compliance.<\/li>\n
            • Ensured compatibility with WordPress 6.8.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

              1.0.0<\/h4>\n\n
                \n
              • Initial release with modern UI, collapsible settings, and GD\/Imagick instructions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>","raw_excerpt":"Convert images between JPG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF in the WordPress admin with a modern, AJAX-powered UI. Built-in support for bulk conversions, image re …","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin\/253601","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/plugin"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=253601"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wporg\/v1\/users\/sadathimel"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=253601"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"plugin_section","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_section?post=253601"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_tags?post=253601"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_category?post=253601"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_contributors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_contributors?post=253601"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_business_model","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zgh.wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_business_model?post=253601"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}