PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner
Find and delete unused images in your Media Library. Backup, restore, whitelist, and scan support for all major page builders.
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PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 33/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (20+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where PixRem stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| image optimizer | >100 |
| media cleaner | >100 |
| media library | >100 |
| remove images | >100 |
| unused images | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner
From the official readme · v1.0.3Description
PixRem scans your WordPress site to find images no longer in use and helps you safely delete them to save storage space and improve performance.
Key benefits:
– 🕵️♂️ Comprehensive detection: scans posts, pages, custom post types, serialized data, ACF, Elementor, Divi, Bricks, WPBakery
– 🛒 WooCommerce support: finds featured & gallery images
– ⚙️ Theme options & SEO: custom logos, backgrounds, Yoast OG images, site icon
– 🛡 Automatic backup: every deleted image is saved to /wp-content/uploads/pixrem-backups/YYYY/MM/
– 📝 Log system: review all deletions and restore individual images
– 🔒 Whitelist / Exclude: prevent deletion of critical files by ID or path
Installation
- Upload the pixrem folder to /wp-content/plugins/
- Activate the plugin via the Plugins menu
- Go to PixRem in the admin sidebar
- Click Start Scan and review unused images
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to delete images?
Yes. Deleted files are backed up automatically, so you can restore them if needed.
How do I restore a deleted image?
Use the Restore from Backup link shown after deletion, or copy the file manually from /wp-content/uploads/pixrem-backups/YYYY/MM/.
How does the whitelist work?
Enter attachment IDs (comma-separated) or upload paths/folders (one per line) in PixRem → Whitelist to always skip those files.
Changelog
Removed all deletion limit references and improved compliance with guidelines.
1.0.3
- Removed all deletion limit references
- Removed Freemius and external license checks
- Minor code cleanups and improved compatibility notes
1.0.2
- Removed donate link
- Removed references to external licensing SDKs and any remote license checks
- Secured restore-handler.php against direct access
1.0.1
- Minor fixes and wording improvements
- Updated translation strings
- Enhanced backup reliability
1.0
- Initial stable release
- Scan engine for posts, postmeta, WooCommerce, SEO, theme options
- Backup before delete and log system
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FAQ
PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 3, 2026
Is PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner free?
Yes. PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner safe to use in 2026?
PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 33/100 on our health check.
How many websites use PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner?
PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 669 times since it launched in September 2025. It was downloaded 51 times in the last 30 days.
Does PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner work with WordPress 7.1?
PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner need?
PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on September 22, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner?
PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner is developed and maintained by OM Media.
What are the best alternatives to PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner?
The most popular alternatives to PixRem – Unused Image Cleaner are Smush (1M+ installs), Optimus (30K+ installs) and Nexter Extension (10K+ installs).
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