Update Media Optimizer Safely
Update the free plugin without losing sidecars, backups, queue state, or delivery fallbacks.
Applies to 1.0.1+
Free
Stable
Verified August 3, 2026
Generated files live in uploads and are intentionally retained independently from plugin options.
Open the feature
Go to Dashboard > Updates.
Before you start
- Back up the database and uploads directory.
- Record delivery mode, formats, queue state, and backup location.
Recommended workflow
- Update from WordPress.org.
- Open Overview and rerun capability checks.
- Test one existing and one new image.
- Run Delivery Assistant and verify fallbacks.
What success looks like
- Existing images still render and new sidecars generate.
- The installed version matches the official stable release.
Important notes
- WordPress.org is the canonical free-plugin release history.
Release and support resources
Continue from Media Optimizer documentation to the complete product workflow.
Review the product page for the current release, installation options, and support resources.
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