WP Extra File Types
This plugin let you add file types to the default list of file extensions supported by the Media Library upload procedure.
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WP Extra File Types shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40K+ sites, is rated 3.4/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.
- Proven at scale on 40K+ active sites
- Mixed reviews — 3.4/5 from 39 ratings
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.3 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where WP Extra File Types stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| file type | >100 |
| media library | >100 |
| upload | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 3.4 from 39 reviews
About WP Extra File Types
From the official readme · v0.5.2Description
This plugin let you add file types to the default list of file extensions
supported by the Media Library upload procedure.
Installation
- Create the directory wp-extra-file-types in your ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory
- Upload all the plugin’s file to the newly created directory
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
Changelog
0.5.2
- files cleanup
0.5.1
- security optimizations
- code optimizations
0.5
- adapted to WP 5.8.2
- bug fixes
- code optimizations
0.4.4.1
- user interface fix
0.4.4
- released experimental fix to have better integration with GravityForms
0.4.3
- fix on custom file types
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WP Extra File Types: quick answers
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Is WP Extra File Types free?
Yes. WP Extra File Types is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is WP Extra File Types safe to use in 2026?
WP Extra File Types shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40K+ sites, is rated 3.4/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.
How many websites use WP Extra File Types?
WP Extra File Types is active on 40K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 351,717 times since it launched in January 2015. It was downloaded 1,118 times in the last 30 days.
Does WP Extra File Types work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Extra File Types is officially tested up to WordPress 6.3.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was WP Extra File Types last updated?
The latest version, 0.5.2, was released on October 28, 2023 (3 years ago).
Who makes WP Extra File Types?
WP Extra File Types is developed and maintained by davide.airaghi.
What are the best alternatives to WP Extra File Types?
The most popular alternatives to WP Extra File Types are Mime Types Plus (10K+ installs), Restrict WP Upload Type (300+ installs) and WP Media File Type Manager (200+ installs).
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