PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector
Inspect potentially unused media, generated image sizes, and storage usage with a conservative, manual-first workflow.
Solid choice
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 2 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 PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cleanup | >100 |
| image sizes | >100 |
| images | >100 |
| media | >100 |
| unused media | >100 |
About PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector
From the official readme · v1.7.0Description
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector is a conservative media auditing and cleanup assistant from PRBLEM for WordPress. It is designed to help administrators review media usage without making destructive assumptions.
The plugin does not start scans on activation, does not create recurring cron jobs, does not send telemetry, and does not automatically delete media.
Main features
- Manual, batched image attachment scanning.
- Conservative states: Used, Probably Used, Needs Review, and Probably Unused.
- Checks for featured images, post content references, post meta, Site Icon, active theme settings, WooCommerce gallery references, and selected page-builder metadata.
- Never Touch protection for individual attachments and file/folder rules.
- Registered image-size inventory and storage analysis.
- Manual Physical Orphans scan for generated WIDTHxHEIGHT image files left on disk.
- Reversible Safe Delete workflow before permanent deletion.
- Scan history and cleanup audit reports.
- No telemetry and no remote service requirement.
Important: A “Probably Unused” or physical orphan result is a candidate, not a guarantee. Dynamic theme code, plugins, CSS, JavaScript, CDN rewrites, external services, and custom database structures may create references the plugin cannot detect. Review results and keep a current backup before permanent deletion.
Safety model
Safe Media Inspector is manual-first:
- Nothing is scanned merely because the plugin was activated or an admin page was opened.
- Media candidates are checked again before Safe Delete.
- Never Touch items are excluded from cleanup actions.
- Physical orphan candidates are moved to a recoverable holding area before permanent deletion.
- Permanent deletion is a separate, explicit action.
Privacy
Safe Media Inspector does not send site, media, usage, or diagnostic data to PRBLEM or any other remote service. Scan results and settings stay in the WordPress database and local uploads directory.
The admin interface includes a small link to prblem.com. The plugin does not load remote scripts, styles, fonts, tracking pixels, or executable code from that website.
Installation
- In WordPress, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
- Upload the plugin ZIP and activate it.
- Open Media Inspector in wp-admin.
- Review Settings before the first scan.
- Start a manual Media Health Scan when ready.
- Use Physical Orphans only after reviewing the normal media scan and taking a backup.
Frequently asked questions
Does the plugin delete media automatically?
No. Activation and page views do not trigger deletion. Cleanup actions require an administrator to select or confirm them.
Does it run a cron job in the background?
No. The built-in scans are manual and processed in batches while the administrator is using the relevant screen.
Is “Probably Unused” safe to delete without review?
No. It means the supported checks did not find a reference. WordPress sites can use images through custom code or data structures the plugin cannot know about. Review and back up first.
What is Physical Safe Delete?
For eligible generated thumbnails, the plugin first moves the file from its normal uploads location into a private plugin holding directory under uploads. The file can be restored before permanent deletion.
What happens to plugin data when I uninstall it?
Data is retained by default. In Settings you can explicitly enable “Delete Safe Media Inspector data on uninstall” before deleting the plugin if you want its settings, scan history, reports, and custom database tables removed.
Changelog
1.7.0
- Replaced the short internal
smiprefix with the uniqueprblsmiprefix across PHP classes, constants, functions, AJAX/admin actions, option names, database table names, script handles, admin slugs, and UI selectors. - No feature or cleanup-safety behavior changes. This release is focused on WordPress.org namespace/prefix compliance.
1.6.9
- WordPress.org Plugin Check cleanup: translator comments for placeholder strings and fully escaped admin notices.
- Replaced direct rename()/unlink() file operations with WordPress filesystem APIs.
1.6.7
- Added a visible “Delete all permanently” action beside Restore all in the Safe Delete header.
- Bulk permanent deletion re-checks permissions, trash state, image type, and Protect status for every attachment before deletion.
- Items that cannot be safely removed are skipped and remain in Safe Delete.
- Added a clear confirmation before the irreversible bulk action.
1.6.6
- Added an immediate Undo / Restore action after Safe Delete so users do not need to search lower on the page.
- Added a visible Safe Delete Queue shortcut beside the review summary and in the sticky bulk toolbar.
- The last Safe Delete batch can be restored in one click for one hour; only still-trashed items from that batch are restored.
- Added clearer recovery-focused styling without changing the underlying safety checks or permanent-delete rules.
1.6.5
- Fixed Safe Delete items remaining visible in the active review-candidate list after they were moved to the recoverable WordPress Trash state.
- Safe Delete remains reversible: files are not permanently removed until the separate permanent-delete action is confirmed.
- Restored attachments can reappear from the stored scan snapshot without forcing a new scan.
1.6.4
- Compact Inspect / Protect / Unprotect actions now use aligned, low-profile buttons for a cleaner candidate list.
- Fixed Protect state appearing to disappear after a new media scan.
- Protect is now kept as a persistent cleanup guard and no longer changes an attachment’s scan classification to Used.
- Protected candidates remain visibly Protected after rescanning when they are still review candidates.
- Bulk selection, Safe Delete, and permanent-delete guards continue to exclude protected attachments.
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FAQ
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
Is PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector free?
Yes. PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector safe to use in 2026?
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
How many websites use PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector?
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 95 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 103 times in the last 30 days.
Does PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.
What PHP version does PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector need?
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector last updated?
The latest version, 1.7.0, was released on September 17, 2026 (2 weeks ago).
Who makes PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector?
PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector is developed and maintained by PRBLEM.
What are the best alternatives to PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector?
The most popular alternatives to PRBLEM Safe Media Inspector are WP-Sweep (100K+ installs), Simple Revisions Delete (10K+ installs) and Delete Duplicate Posts (10K+ installs).
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