Active installs
1K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#5463
Peak #5463
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
69K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Featured Image currently ranks #5463 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.2, shipped on Nov 8, 2025 (272 days ago) — release #4 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Mervin Praison |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.2 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2025-11-08 |
| Added to directory | 2012-03-19 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Add featured image to any part of the website, on each individual post/page. Very Easy to Implement. Shortcode and widget available.
Frequently asked questions
Is Featured Image a free plugin?
Yes — Featured Image is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Featured Image?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Featured Image?
As of August 7, 2026, Featured Image ranks #5463 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Featured Image last updated?
Featured Image was last updated on November 8, 2025 (version 2.2). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Featured Image?
Featured Image is developed by Mervin Praison. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2012.
