# Modern Images WP

> Modern Images WP has 400+ active installs, a 4.3/5 rating from 7 reviews and 127 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Modern Images WP shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 4.3/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Specify the default image format used for sub-sized images generated by WordPress.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 400+
- **Total downloads:** 10,763
- **Downloads (30 days):** 127 (+58.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.3/5 from 7 reviews
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.0
- **Last updated:** Oct 27, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.4.13
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Adam Silverstein (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/adamsilverstein/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/modern-images-wp/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avif/) | #14 | 128 |
| [jpegxl](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/jpegxl/) | #1 | 2 |
| [modern images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/modern-images/) | #1 | 1 |
| [webp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webp/) | #25 | 315 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| AVIF | >100 | 511 |
| jpegxl | #2 | 2 |
| modern images | >100 | 3,261 |
| webp | >100 | 1,384 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 92.8%
- Other: 7.2%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Optimole – Optimize Images / Convert WebP & AVIF / CDN & Lazy Load / Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/optimole-wp/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (640) | Oct 1, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [Modern Image Formats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webp-uploads/) | 100K+ | 3.5/5 (25) | Aug 26, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 3 | [Robin Image Optimizer – Unlimited Image Optimization, WebP & AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/robin-image-optimizer/) | 100K+ | 4.4/5 (131) | Sep 29, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Perfect Images: Regenerate Thumbnails, Image Sizes, WebP & AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-retina-2x/) | 60K+ | 4.8/5 (279) | Oct 10, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 5 | [CompressX — AVIF & WebP Converter, Media Replacement](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/compressx/) | 40K+ | 5/5 (196) | Oct 7, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 6 | [LWS Optimize – All-in-One Speed Booster & Cache Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lws-optimize/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Oct 7, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 7 | [Kraken.io Image Optimizer – Compress, Convert to WebP & AVIF, Resize & Bulk Optimize](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kraken-image-optimizer/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (119) | Jun 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 8 | [ShortPixel Adaptive Images – WebP, AVIF, CDN, Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortpixel-adaptive-images/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (145) | Aug 20, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [QuickWebP – WebP & AVIF Image Optimizer, Compression & SEO for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quickwebp/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (20) | Sep 16, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 10 | [Plus WebP or AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plus-webp/) | 5K+ | 4.6/5 (26) | Aug 25, 2026 | 72/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Modern Images WP free?
Yes. Modern Images WP is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Modern Images WP safe to use in 2026?
Modern Images WP shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 4.3/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Modern Images WP?
Modern Images WP is active on 400+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 10,763 times since it launched in July 2021. It was downloaded 127 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Modern Images WP work with WordPress 7.1?
Modern Images WP is officially tested up to WordPress 6.4.13, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was Modern Images WP last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.0, was released on October 27, 2023 (3 years ago).

### Who makes Modern Images WP?
Modern Images WP is developed and maintained by Adam Silverstein.

### What are the best alternatives to Modern Images WP?
The most popular alternatives to Modern Images WP are Optimole (200K+ installs), Modern Image Formats (100K+ installs) and Robin Image Optimizer (100K+ installs).


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