# AI Featured image

> AI Featured image has 100+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 1.1K downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 75/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** AI Featured image is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.

**One-click AI featured images using OpenAI, Stability AI, or Grok. Pro adds Gemini, Brand Kit, upscaling, background removal & unlimited bulk.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 6,120
- **Downloads (30 days):** 1,075 (+19.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 75/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.9.8
- **Last updated:** Sep 19, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Amr Issa (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/amr267/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ai-featured-image-generator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [auto featured image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/auto-featured-image/) | #6 | 12 |
| [featured image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/featured-image/) | #65 | 217 |
| [Gemini](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gemini/) | #6 | 109 |
| [image generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image-generator/) | #4 | 25 |
| [openai](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/openai/) | #27 | 333 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| auto featured image | #12 | 1,490 |
| featured image | #28 | 4,342 |
| Gemini | #76 | 1,319 |
| image generator | #23 | 1,849 |
| openai | >100 | 1,861 |

## Version adoption

- 1.9: 69.4%
- 1.8: 30.6%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Auto Featured Image (Auto Post Thumbnail)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-post-thumbnail/) | 40K+ | 3.8/5 (118) | Sep 7, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 2 | [XO Featured Image Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xo-featured-image-tools/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (21) | Nov 24, 2025 | 61/100 |
| 3 | [SNY Auto Featured Image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-auto-featured-image/) | 1K+ | 4.1/5 (9) | Sep 10, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 4 | [Setup Default Featured Image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/setup-default-feature-image/) | 400+ | — | Jul 19, 2026 | 61/100 |
| 5 | [Featured Image from Content – AI Featured Image Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/featured-image-from-content/) | 300+ | 5/5 (3) | Apr 1, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 7 | [AI Thumbnails Maker – auto featured image & force regenerate thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ai-thumbnails-maker/) | 70+ | — | Jun 22, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 8 | [Smart Auto Featured Image – WordPress Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-auto-featured-image/) | 20+ | 5/5 (1) | Nov 5, 2025 | 46/100 |
| 9 | [Really Simple Featured Image: Automatic Featured Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/really-simple-featured-image/) | 20+ | — | Jan 10, 2026 | 39/100 |
| 10 | [RV Auto Featured Image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rv-auto-featured-image/) | 10+ | 2/5 (1) | Aug 15, 2020 | 21/100 |
| 11 | [Magic Featured Image Generator (AI Generated)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-featured-image-generator-wai/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 18, 2026 | 58/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is AI Featured image free?
Yes. AI Featured image is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is AI Featured image safe to use in 2026?
AI Featured image is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AI Featured image?
AI Featured image is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,120 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 1,075 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AI Featured image work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested AI Featured image up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.

### What PHP version does AI Featured image need?
AI Featured image requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AI Featured image last updated?
The latest version, 1.9.8, was released on September 19, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes AI Featured image?
AI Featured image is developed and maintained by Amr Issa.

### What are the best alternatives to AI Featured image?
The most popular alternatives to AI Featured image are Auto Featured Image (Auto P… (40K+ installs), XO Featured Image Tools (20K+ installs) and SNY Auto Featured Image (1K+ installs).


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