ImgSmaller – Optimize Images | Compress Images | Convert WebP & AVIF vs Perfect Images

ImgSmaller integrates with the ImgSmaller API to compress images in your Media Library. It supports WEBP and AVIF output, runs in the background via WP-Cron or external cron, and includes robust backups and one-click restore. It also provides an exclusions browser, export/import of backups and replacements, and plan/quota awareness. Key features: Background image optimization with batching WEBP and AVIF output formats Automated backup of originals and one-click restore (all or selected) Export/import backups ZIP; import optimized replacements ZIP Exclusions browser with search, filters, and infinite scroll Quota-aware processing with countdown and auto-resume Secure tokenized public endpoints and file proxy for private media Dashboard metrics, logs, and plan/allowed domains management External cron support with copyable URL and token regeneration External services This plugin connects to the ImgSmaller API to compress images and retrieve plan/quota information. What is the service and what is it used for? – The ImgSmaller API (https://imgsmaller.com) provides image compression and account information used by this plugin to optimize your Media Library and display plan/quota details. What data is sent and when? – When you start compression, the plugin sends the public URL of each selected attachment (or a secure, tokenized proxy URL if the file is not publicly accessible) along with your API key to request compression. After polling completes, the plugin downloads the optimized image bytes. – When viewing plan info, the plugin requests your current plan usage and limits using your API key. Where can I find the service policies? – Terms of Service: https://imgsmaller.com/terms – Privacy Policy: https://imgsmaller.com/privacy Notes: – You can disable background processing at any time from the dashboard. If you prefer not to send any files or metadata, do not start compression and do not enter an API key.

Perfect Images handles the basics of WordPress image management that should have been built-in from the start. Manage image sizes, disable the ones you don’t need, add custom sizes, and regenerate thumbnails in bulk. It’s the essential foundation every WordPress install needs for clean, efficient image handling. Think of it as your image management base layer. WordPress creates too many sizes? Disable them. Need a custom thumbnail size? Add it. Want retina support or modern formats like WebP/AVIF? Enable those modules. Perfect Images gives you complete control without bloat. Explore our official site and check out the tutorial to get started. Core Features ⚙️ Image Size Management The foundation of everything. View all registered image sizes (WordPress defaults, theme sizes, plugin sizes), disable the ones you don’t need, and add custom sizes. Finally, control over those pesky WordPress-generated sizes like medium_large, 1536x1536, and 2048x2048. 🔄 Regenerate Thumbnails Bulk regenerate thumbnails after changing sizes or switching themes. Progress tracking, smart processing, and automatic cleanup of old unused sizes. 🖼️ Retina Images (Module) Optional module for high-DPI displays. Automatically generate and serve crisp @2x versions of your thumbnails. Works seamlessly with WordPress responsive images. 🎨 Modern Formats (Module) Optional WebP/AVIF conversion. Convert images to modern formats for smaller file sizes and faster loading—without replacing your originals. 🚀 Easy IO (Module) Optional CDN-based image optimization via EWWW. Automatically converts and delivers your images in WebP/AVIF, resizes on the fly, and serves them from a global CDN—zero server configuration required. 🤖 AI Features (Module) Optional AI-powered tools. Upscale images via Claid.ai when your source is too small, or use the AI Assistant to analyze your sizes and recommend which to enable or disable based on your theme’s srcset needs. 🖼️ Retina Images Your visitors expect sharp, crisp images. Perfect Images makes retina support effortless. Smart Generation: Automatic retina creation for all thumbnail sizes Multiple delivery methods (Responsive Images, PictureFill, Retina.js) Works with WordPress srcset natively Full-size retina support Delivery Options: Responsive Images: Modern, standard method PictureFill: Hybrid approach with fallbacks Retina.js: Client-side detection Choose what fits your theme best 🎨 Modern Formats WebP and AVIF offer dramatically better compression than JPEG/PNG—up to 50% smaller files with the same visual quality. What You Get: Generate WebP or AVIF for any image size Automatic browser detection and fallbacks Works alongside your original images Enable for thumbnails or full-size Responsive Images delivery built-in 🤖 AI Features Perfect Images integrates with AI services to help you manage and optimize your images smarter. AI Assistant: Analyzes your image sizes and recommends which to enable or disable Detects redundant retina sizes already covered by other thumbnails Understands srcset behavior—sizes don’t need to be pixel-perfect Requires AI Engine plugin Upscaling (via Claid.ai): Generate retina images without 2x source files Create thumbnails larger than the original image Multiple upscaling modes (Smart Enhance, Digital Art, Photo, etc.) Automatic or manual processing ⚙️ Image Tools The Image Tools dashboard lets you manage all your media in one place—regenerate thumbnails, build retina images, generate WebP/AVIF, and more, individually or in bulk. Regenerate Thumbnails: Bulk regenerate all thumbnails Progress tracking for large libraries Preserves custom crops Updates retina and WebP versions automatically Replace Images: Swap images directly from Media Library Drag & drop replacement in dashboard Maintains all metadata and links Updates all thumbnails instantly Manage Sizes: View all registered image sizes Disable unwanted sizes (medium_large, 1536×1536, etc.) Create custom sizes Track which sizes are enabled per image Disable Image Threshold: Stop WordPress from creating “-scaled” versions Keep your original full-size images intact Pro Features Full-size retina images Full-size WebP/AVIF conversion Priority support Why Perfect Images? Essential Foundation Every WordPress site needs proper image size management and thumbnail control. Perfect Images makes it simple, giving you the baseline image handling WordPress should have included. Modular & Lightweight Start with just image size management and thumbnail regeneration. Enable retina, WebP, Easy IO, or AI modules only when you need them. No bloat, no unnecessary features. Works with Everything Compatible with WooCommerce, page builders, galleries, and any theme. It uses WordPress’s native image handling, so there are no conflicts. No Database Bloat Everything works through WordPress’s existing metadata structure. No custom tables, no performance overhead. Built for Real Workflows Developed by someone who manages dozens of WordPress sites. Every feature solves a real problem we’ve encountered over years of WordPress development.