WP Optimize Images

WordPress sites are slow because of unoptimized images. I built a plugin that fixes this automatically.

The Problem

• Average WordPress page loads 2-3MB of images
• Most users upload full-resolution photos from their phones
• No one manually optimizes images before uploading

The Solution

A plugin that:

1. Auto-compresses images on upload (50-80% size reduction)
2. Bulk optimizes your entire media library
3. Strips EXIF data to reduce file size
4. Resizes oversized images to max dimensions

How it works

Uses PHP GD/Imagick to:

• Convert to optimized JPEG/PNG
• Strip metadata (EXIF, IPTC, XMP)
• Resize based on configurable limits
• Save to media library with optimized version

Installation

1. Download the ZIP
2. WordPress Admin → Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
3. Activate and configure

Results

• 50-80% file size reduction
• No quality loss (visually identical)
• Faster page loads = better SEO

Get it: WP Optimize Images ($9)

Built with PHP 7.4+, GD Library. WordPress 5.0+.