Active installs
100+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#14436
Peak #14435
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
8K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Image Blur currently ranks #14436 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #14435, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v3.0.2, shipped on Jan 15, 2024 (936 days ago) — release #12 since the plugin joined the directory in 2021.
Ranking history
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Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Atte Liimatainen |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.0.2 |
| Versions released | 12 |
| Last updated | 2024-01-15 |
| Added to directory | 2021-11-30 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.1.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Generates base64 encoded, downscaled and blurred versions of media library's images, which can be used f.e. as a placeholder.
Frequently asked questions
Is Image Blur a free plugin?
Yes — Image Blur is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Image Blur?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Image Blur?
As of August 8, 2026, Image Blur ranks #14436 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #14435.
When was Image Blur last updated?
Image Blur was last updated on January 15, 2024 (version 3.0.2). It has shipped 12 releases in total.
Who makes Image Blur?
Image Blur is developed by Atte Liimatainen. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2021.
