# ShinPix – Image Optimizer & Size Control

> ShinPix has <10 active installs and 53 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** ShinPix works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Control which thumbnail sizes WordPress generates, cap oversized uploads, and convert images to WebP — built for shared hosting.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 234
- **Downloads (30 days):** 53 (+8.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 0.4.3
- **Last updated:** Jun 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** shindev (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/shindev/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/shinpix/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [image optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image-optimization/) | >100 | 226 |
| [image sizes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image-sizes/) | #13 | 14 |
| [media](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/media/) | >100 | 736 |
| [performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/performance/) | >100 | 997 |
| [thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/thumbnails/) | >100 | 127 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| image optimization | >100 | 2,975 |
| image sizes | >100 | 7,704 |
| media | >100 | 10,000 |
| performance | >100 | 10,000 |
| thumbnails | >100 | 4,163 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Image Optimizer – Compress Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/image-optimization/) | 1M+ | 1.7/5 (77) | Sep 22, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 2 | [Smush – Image Optimization, Compression, Lazy Load, WebP & CDN](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-smushit/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (6,053) | Sep 29, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 3 | [Imagify Image Optimization: Optimize Images / Compress & Convert to WebP/AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/imagify/) | 1M+ | 4.3/5 (1,655) | Sep 7, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 4 | [Converter for Media – Optimize images / Convert WebP & AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webp-converter-for-media/) | 500K+ | 4.9/5 (1,100) | Aug 18, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 5 | [ShortPixel Image Optimizer – Optimize Images, Convert WebP & AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortpixel-image-optimiser/) | 300K+ | 4.5/5 (819) | Sep 9, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 6 | [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 |
| 7 | [reSmush.it : The original free image compressor and optimizer plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/resmushit-image-optimizer/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (165) | Aug 20, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 8 | [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 |
| 9 | [QODE Optimizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/qode-optimizer/) | 30K+ | — | Sep 24, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 10 | [ThumbPress – Compress Images, Manage Thumbnails, Detect Image Issues, WebP/AVIF, Lazy Loading, Hotlinking & More](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/image-sizes/) | 20K+ | 3.6/5 (111) | Oct 1, 2026 | 78/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ShinPix safe to use in 2026?
ShinPix works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ShinPix?
ShinPix is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 234 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ShinPix work with WordPress 7.1?
ShinPix is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does ShinPix need?
ShinPix requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ShinPix last updated?
The latest version, 0.4.3, was released on June 18, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes ShinPix?
ShinPix is developed and maintained by shindev.

### What are the best alternatives to ShinPix?
The most popular alternatives to ShinPix are Image Optimizer (1M+ installs), Smush (1M+ installs) and Imagify Image Optimization:… (1M+ installs).


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