Static File Browser
This plugin allows you to add links to files that are not in the media library. Just create the folder /wp-content/uploads/static and place some files in it. The files will appear in the new tab \”Static File Browser\”…
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Static File Browser shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 8 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 4.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where Static File Browser stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| browser | >100 |
| explorer | >100 |
| file | >100 |
| files | >100 |
| static | >100 |
About Static File Browser
From the official readme · v1.0Description
This plugin allows you to add links to files that are not in the media library. Just create the folder /wp-content/uploads/static and place some files in it. The files will appear in the new tab \”Static File Browser\” in the media library popover. From there you can add links to these files.
Installation
Place the plugin folder in /wp-content/plugins/ and activate the plugin inside WordPress.
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FAQ
Static File Browser: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 14, 2026
Is Static File Browser free?
Yes. Static File Browser is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Static File Browser safe to use in 2026?
Static File Browser shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Static File Browser?
Static File Browser is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,392 times since it launched in August 2018. It was downloaded 58 times in the last 30 days.
Does Static File Browser work with WordPress 7.1?
Static File Browser is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Static File Browser last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on August 28, 2018 (8 years ago).
Who makes Static File Browser?
Static File Browser is developed and maintained by Fabian Scheidt.
What are the best alternatives to Static File Browser?
The most popular alternatives to Static File Browser are WP Console (20K+ installs), Browser Screenshots (3K+ installs) and WP BrowserUpdate (1K+ installs).
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