Active installs
100K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#359
Peak #359
Downloads / day
1,063
prev 1,099
Downloads (7d)
6,485
All-time downloads
1.1M
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Modern Image Formats currently ranks #359 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- It is averaging 1,337 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v2.7.1, shipped on Jul 3, 2026 (35 days ago) — release #22 since the plugin joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | WordPress Performance Team |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.7.1 |
| Versions released | 22 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-03 |
| Added to directory | 2023-04-06 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Converts images to more modern formats such as WebP or AVIF during upload.
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Image Formats a free plugin?
Yes — Modern Image Formats is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Modern Image Formats?
WordPress.org reports 100K+ active installs.
How popular is Modern Image Formats?
As of August 7, 2026, Modern Image Formats ranks #359 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Modern Image Formats last updated?
Modern Image Formats was last updated on July 3, 2026 (version 2.7.1). It has shipped 22 releases in total.
Who makes Modern Image Formats?
Modern Image Formats is developed by WordPress Performance Team. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in April 2023.
