Active installs
1K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#5215
Peak #5212
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All-time downloads
20.4K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Preload Featured Images currently ranks #5215 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #5212, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.0, shipped on Jun 5, 2026 (66 days ago) — release #3 since the plugin joined the directory in 2021.
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Details
| Author | WPZOOM |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.0 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-05 |
| Added to directory | 2021-06-29 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.3+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Preload Featured Images automatically in posts to increase the PageSpeed Score.
Frequently asked questions
Is Preload Featured Images a free plugin?
Yes — Preload Featured Images is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Preload Featured Images?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Preload Featured Images?
As of August 10, 2026, Preload Featured Images ranks #5215 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #5212.
When was Preload Featured Images last updated?
Preload Featured Images was last updated on June 5, 2026 (version 1.1.0). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Preload Featured Images?
Preload Featured Images is developed by WPZOOM. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in June 2021.
