# Comment Image

> Comment Image has 1K+ active installs, a 4.2/5 rating from 6 reviews and 175 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Comment Image shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Comment Image enables blog readers to attach an image while leaving their comments. Supported formats are JPG, PNG, GIF.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 1K+
- **Total downloads:** 41,825
- **Downloads (30 days):** 175 (+5.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.2/5 from 6 reviews
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.3
- **Last updated:** Aug 28, 2021
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.8.17
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Stefano Lissa (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/satollo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/comment-image/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/attachments/) | #16 | 117 |
| [comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments/) | #52 | 1,016 |
| [gif](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gif/) | #4 | 16 |
| [images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/images/) | #77 | 903 |
| [pictures](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pictures/) | #6 | 55 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| attachments | >100 | 3,490 |
| comments | >100 | 8,802 |
| gif | >100 | 943 |
| images | >100 | 10,000 |
| pictures | >100 | 1,794 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 98.2%
- 1.0: 1.8%

## 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 | 89/100 |
| 2 | [File Upload Types by WPForms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/file-upload-types/) | 40K+ | 4/5 (20) | Sep 22, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 3 | [Lightbox with PhotoSwipe](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lightbox-photoswipe/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (115) | Aug 30, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 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 | [Document Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/document-gallery/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (112) | Jun 30, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 7 | [Download Attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/download-attachments/) | 8K+ | 4.5/5 (46) | May 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 8 | [Responsive WordPress Slider – HG Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexslider-hg/) | 7K+ | 3.8/5 (12) | Mar 30, 2021 | 36/100 |
| 9 | [GD bbPress Attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gd-bbpress-attachments/) | 6K+ | 4.3/5 (26) | Apr 12, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 10 | [Attachment Importer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/attachment-importer/) | 3K+ | 4.3/5 (26) | Sep 25, 2014 | 42/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Comment Image free?
Yes. Comment Image is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Comment Image safe to use in 2026?
Comment Image shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Comment Image?
Comment Image is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 41,825 times since it launched in August 2009. It was downloaded 175 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Comment Image work with WordPress 7.1?
Comment Image is officially tested up to WordPress 5.8.17, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Comment Image need?
Comment Image requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Comment Image last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.3, was released on August 28, 2021 (5 years ago).

### Who makes Comment Image?
Comment Image is developed and maintained by Stefano Lissa.

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


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