WP Upload Restriction
This plugin allows you to restrict your site users from uploading files of certain types and control the maximum file upload size. Administrator can select the file types and file upload limit by user role. This plugin…
Use with caution
WP Upload Restriction works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 2K+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 44/100 on our health check.
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where WP Upload Restriction stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| developer tool | #68 |
| media | >100 |
| upload | #56 |
Version adoption
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Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 3.7 from 15 reviews
About WP Upload Restriction
From the official readme · v2.3.0Description
This plugin allows you to restrict your site users from uploading files of certain types and control the maximum file upload size. Administrator can select the file types and file upload limit by user role. This plugin restricts users from uploading unwanted files using the WordPress media uploader.
It is very simple to use. You will be able give permissions role wise. To restore WordPress’s default selection, just deactivate the plugin.
Any issue? Please let me know (http://sajjadhossain.com/contact-me/).
Installation
- Upload
wp-upload-restrictionfolder to the plugins directory (/wp-content/plugins/). - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings > WP Upload Restriction settings page.
- Check/uncheck the extensions you want to allow/deny for each role.
- Check “Restrict upload size to” checkbox to restrict file upload size and enter the file size in MB.
- Save the changes.
To return back to WordPress’s default selection, just deactivate the plugin.
Changelog
2.3.0
- Fixed: Settings were not saving when no mime types were selected.
- Tested with WP version 6.8
2.2.9
- Fixed: Limit unit was saving but not showing the actual selection.
- Tested with WP version 6.5.5
2.2.8
- Fixed security related issues.
2.2.3
- Minor fixes.
2.2.2
- New feature: Added option for selecting file size unit (MB and KB).
- Compatibility check.
2.2.0
- New feature: Added option for managing custom file type.
- UI improvements
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FAQ
WP Upload Restriction: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is WP Upload Restriction free?
Yes. WP Upload Restriction is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is WP Upload Restriction safe to use in 2026?
WP Upload Restriction works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 2K+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 44/100 on our health check.
How many websites use WP Upload Restriction?
WP Upload Restriction is active on 2K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 28,706 times since it launched in April 2015. It was downloaded 353 times in the last 30 days.
Does WP Upload Restriction work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Upload Restriction 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.
When was WP Upload Restriction last updated?
The latest version, 2.3.0, was released on July 6, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes WP Upload Restriction?
WP Upload Restriction is developed and maintained by Sajjad Hossain.
What are the best alternatives to WP Upload Restriction?
The most popular alternatives to WP Upload Restriction are WP Reroute Email (1K+ installs), WP Log Action (30+ installs) and WP Dash Support (10+ installs).
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