# Auto Attachments Cleaner

> Auto Attachments Cleaner has 60+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 192 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 75/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Auto Attachments Cleaner is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.

**Automatically deletes attachments on post delete**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 60+
- **Total downloads:** 1,842
- **Downloads (30 days):** 192 (+30.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 75/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 15, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Stefano (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/stefacchio/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/auto-attachments-cleaner/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/attachments/) | #45 | 119 |
| [custom posts type](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-posts-type/) | #1 | 2 |
| [media](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/media/) | >100 | 749 |
| [pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pages/) | >100 | 382 |
| [posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/posts/) | >100 | 1,121 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| attachments | #10 | 3,713 |
| custom posts type | >100 | 10,000 |
| media | >100 | 10,000 |
| pages | >100 | 10,000 |
| posts | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 58.7%
- 1.1: 41.3%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Export media with selected content (by DKZR)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/export-media-with-selected-content/) | 40K+ | 4.5/5 (93) | Sep 3, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [File Upload Types by WPForms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/file-upload-types/) | 40K+ | 4/5 (20) | Sep 22, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 3 | [Lightbox with PhotoSwipe](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lightbox-photoswipe/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (115) | Aug 30, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 4 | [Unique Headers](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/unique-headers/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (160) | May 10, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 5 | [Media Deduper](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/media-deduper/) | 9K+ | 3.8/5 (44) | Dec 3, 2025 | 44/100 |
| 6 | [Download Attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/download-attachments/) | 8K+ | 4.5/5 (46) | May 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 7 | [Responsive WordPress Slider – HG Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexslider-hg/) | 7K+ | 3.8/5 (12) | Mar 30, 2021 | 36/100 |
| 8 | [GD bbPress Attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gd-bbpress-attachments/) | 6K+ | 4.3/5 (26) | Apr 12, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 9 | [Attachment Importer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/attachment-importer/) | 3K+ | 4.3/5 (26) | Sep 25, 2014 | 42/100 |
| 10 | [WP Attachments – Smarter File Management & Download Lists](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-attachments/) | 3K+ | 4.5/5 (43) | Oct 5, 2026 | 90/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Auto Attachments Cleaner free?
Yes. Auto Attachments Cleaner is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Auto Attachments Cleaner safe to use in 2026?
Auto Attachments Cleaner is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Auto Attachments Cleaner?
Auto Attachments Cleaner is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,842 times since it launched in December 2024. It was downloaded 192 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Auto Attachments Cleaner work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Auto Attachments Cleaner up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does Auto Attachments Cleaner need?
Auto Attachments Cleaner requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Auto Attachments Cleaner last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 15, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes Auto Attachments Cleaner?
Auto Attachments Cleaner is developed and maintained by Stefano.

### What are the best alternatives to Auto Attachments Cleaner?
The most popular alternatives to Auto Attachments Cleaner are Export media with selected… (40K+ installs), File Upload Types by WPForms (40K+ installs) and Lightbox with PhotoSwipe (20K+ installs).


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