# LOOS Featured Image Automator

> LOOS Featured Image Automator has <10 active installs and 64 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** LOOS Featured Image Automator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**Auto-generates a featured image from your post title via the OG Image Maker API, so every post is ready for social sharing without manual work.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 351
- **Downloads (30 days):** 64 (+12.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 0.2.1
- **Last updated:** Jul 27, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** LOOS (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/looswebstudio/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/loos-featured-image-automator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [featured image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/featured-image/) | >100 | 222 |
| [og-image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/og-image/) | #7 | 16 |
| [ogp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ogp/) | #13 | 18 |
| [seo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/seo/) | >100 | 2,715 |
| [social image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/social-image/) | #5 | 12 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| featured image | >100 | 4,607 |
| og-image | #70 | 373 |
| ogp | #25 | 45 |
| seo | >100 | 8,653 |
| social image | >100 | 3,216 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Recent Posts Widget With Thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/recent-posts-widget-with-thumbnails/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (215) | Oct 10, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [Quick Featured Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quick-featured-images/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (235) | Aug 18, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 3 | [Auto Featured Image (Auto Post Thumbnail)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-post-thumbnail/) | 40K+ | 3.8/5 (118) | Sep 30, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 4 | [Conditionally display featured image on singular posts and pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conditionally-display-featured-image-on-singular-pages/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (38) | May 3, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 5 | [XO Featured Image Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xo-featured-image-tools/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (21) | Nov 24, 2025 | 61/100 |
| 6 | [Featured Image Admin Thumb](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/featured-image-admin-thumb-fiat/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (40) | Jul 10, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 7 | [Multiple Post Thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multiple-post-thumbnails/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (42) | Nov 26, 2018 | 46/100 |
| 8 | [Ultimate Posts Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-posts-widget/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (55) | Jul 17, 2024 | 45/100 |
| 9 | [Manual Image Crop](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/manual-image-crop/) | 7K+ | 4.1/5 (56) | Aug 13, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [Easy Add Thumbnail](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-add-thumbnail/) | 7K+ | 4.5/5 (52) | Oct 5, 2023 | 44/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is LOOS Featured Image Automator safe to use in 2026?
LOOS Featured Image Automator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use LOOS Featured Image Automator?
LOOS Featured Image Automator is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 351 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 64 times in the last 30 days.

### Does LOOS Featured Image Automator work with WordPress 7.1?
LOOS Featured Image Automator is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does LOOS Featured Image Automator need?
LOOS Featured Image Automator requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was LOOS Featured Image Automator last updated?
The latest version, 0.2.1, was released on July 27, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes LOOS Featured Image Automator?
LOOS Featured Image Automator is developed and maintained by LOOS.

### What are the best alternatives to LOOS Featured Image Automator?
The most popular alternatives to LOOS Featured Image Automator are Recent Posts Widget With Th… (100K+ installs), Quick Featured Images (50K+ installs) and Auto Featured Image (Auto P… (40K+ installs).


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