Cloud S3 Storage
The Cloud S3 Storage plugin enables seamless integration of your WordPress media library with S3-compatible cloud storage solutions. Free up server space, improve scalability, and optimize your site’s performance by…
Solid choice
Cloud S3 Storage is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 3 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Cloud S3 Storage stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cloud storage | #58 |
| media management | >100 |
| media storage | >100 |
| object storage | #41 |
| s3 | #58 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Cloud S3 Storage
From the official readme · v1.5.0Description
The Cloud S3 Storage plugin enables seamless integration of your WordPress media library with S3-compatible cloud storage solutions. Free up server space, improve scalability, and optimize your site’s performance by offloading media files to the cloud.
This plugin uses the AWS SDK for PHP, which is bundled with the plugin, to interact with S3-compatible storage services, such as AWS S3, Wasabi, or DigitalOcean Spaces.
Key Features
- S3-Compatible Integration: Works with any S3-compatible object storage service, such as AWS S3, Wasabi, or DigitalOcean Spaces.
- Media Library Sync: Automatically sync your WordPress media files to the configured S3 storage bucket.
- Custom Cron Jobs: Schedule automated tasks for reindexing and clearing media files from your S3 storage.
- Hybrid Mode: Optionally keep files stored locally and on the cloud for redundancy.
- Customizable Settings: Easily configure bucket details, upload preferences, and cron job timings from the admin interface.
- Efficient File Management: Automatically delete unused or orphaned media files from your storage.
- Fallback Mechanism: Ensures smooth functioning even during connectivity issues with the S3 service.
Usage
- Enter your S3-compatible service credentials, bucket name, and region.
- Set the cron job timing to automate syncing and cleanup tasks.
- Use the media library as usual—uploads will automatically sync with S3 storage.
- Monitor synced files and manage unused media from the plugin dashboard.
FAQs
Q: Which S3-compatible services does this plugin support?
A: Any service that supports the S3 API, including AWS S3, Wasabi, DigitalOcean Spaces, and others.
Q: Do I need to install the AWS SDK separately?
A: No, the AWS SDK for PHP is already bundled with this plugin. You don’t need to install it separately.
Q: Can I revert my media library back to local storage?
A: Yes, you can disable the plugin and move the media files back to your server if needed.
Q: Does this plugin support large media files?
A: Yes, the plugin handles chunked uploads for larger files to ensure compatibility with cloud storage.
Installation
- Upload the Cloud S3 Storage plugin to your WordPress site.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Navigate to Settings > Cloud S3 Storage to configure your storage settings.
- The AWS SDK for PHP is bundled with this plugin, so there is no need for separate installation or configuration of the SDK.
Changelog
1.5.0
- The Access Key and the Secret Key can now be defined in
wp-config.php, withCLOUD_S3_STORAGE_ACCESS_KEYandCLOUD_S3_STORAGE_SECRET_KEY. Defined that way they stay out of the database, so they no longer travel in database dumps and backups; the settings screen shows they come from wp-config and leaves them alone. - The two key fields no longer send the saved value back to the browser. Leave a field blank to keep the key you have, or type a new one to replace it.
- Tested up to WordPress 7.1.
1.0
- Initial release:
- Basic S3 integration for WordPress media library.
- Support for automated sync and cleanup tasks via cron jobs.
- Hybrid mode for local and cloud storage redundancy.
Simplify your WordPress media management and harness the power of cloud storage today with Cloud S3 Storage!
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FAQ
Cloud S3 Storage: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 8, 2026
Is Cloud S3 Storage free?
Yes. Cloud S3 Storage is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Cloud S3 Storage safe to use in 2026?
Cloud S3 Storage is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Cloud S3 Storage?
Cloud S3 Storage is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,208 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 158 times in the last 30 days.
Does Cloud S3 Storage work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Cloud S3 Storage up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.
What PHP version does Cloud S3 Storage need?
Cloud S3 Storage requires PHP 7.2.5 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Cloud S3 Storage last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.0, was released on September 19, 2026 (3 weeks ago).
Who makes Cloud S3 Storage?
Cloud S3 Storage is developed and maintained by Matteo Enna.
What are the best alternatives to Cloud S3 Storage?
The most popular alternatives to Cloud S3 Storage are Advanced Media Offloader (7K+ installs), Infinite Uploads (800+ installs) and Easy Integration for Dropbox (80+ installs).
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