Active installs
400+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#9386
Peak #9367
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
13K
Days tracked
6
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- External files in Media Library currently ranks #9386 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #9367, first reached on Aug 10, 2026.
- The latest release, v5.2.3, shipped on Jul 29, 2026 (13 days ago) — release #29 since the plugin joined the directory in 2023.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | threadi |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.2.3 |
| Versions released | 29 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-29 |
| Added to directory | 2023-09-13 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.2+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.1+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Add external files to your media library to use them in your website. They are integrated as if they were available locally.
Frequently asked questions
Is External files in Media Library a free plugin?
Yes — External files in Media Library is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use External files in Media Library?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is External files in Media Library?
As of August 11, 2026, External files in Media Library ranks #9386 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #9367.
When was External files in Media Library last updated?
External files in Media Library was last updated on July 29, 2026 (version 5.2.3). It has shipped 29 releases in total.
Who makes External files in Media Library?
External files in Media Library is developed by threadi. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2023.
