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WP Media Category Management

By Jan DeBAAT

Content Management / Document Management & Downloads

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

WP Media Category Management Review - In-Depth Analysis

Manage media categories in bulk for WordPress sites. Supports toggling and filtering of media categories easily.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.05/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 35+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This WordPress plugin will ease the management of media categories, including bulk actions.

It supports categories for media using either the existing post categories or a dedicated media_category custom taxonomy.

The plugin supports easy category toggling on the media list page view and also bulk toggling for multiple media at once.

It now also supports post tags and media taxonomies defined by other plugins.

Main features include using post categories or dedicated MCM media categories, controlling media categories via admin like post categories, and filtering media files in the Media Library by custom taxonomies.

Premium features include managing user permissions for media management, filtering media per user, and exporting MCM categories and attachment information.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP Media Category Management is a straightforward plugin that leverages WordPress's built-in category functions for media management. It stands out for its simplicity and ease of use compared to other media categorization tools.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Uses native WordPress category management for media, ensuring compatibility.
Allows categorization during upload or afterwards with a simple click.
Integrates well with page builders like Visual Composer.
Provides filtering of media by category when inserting into pages.
No intrusive upsells or annoying prompts for payment.

Weaknesses

Does not show filtering options when adding an image to a page, limiting usability in that context.
Has had multiple medium-severity security vulnerabilities in past versions.
Lacks a pro version with advanced features.
Limited advanced media management features compared to some alternatives.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 35 reviews, users generally praise the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness. The majority of feedback is positive, highlighting ease of use and helpful categorization features. A small minority report issues with filtering functionality.

Positive highlights

"It gives exactly what’s needed" — demurmanis
"Very useful for large media collections" — Pamama
"Life so much better now" — aflorini
"Very Useful Tool" — rushoverinc
"A thing that should be a WordPress feature out of the box" — Bob

Common complaints

No filtering when adding an image to a page.

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities including cross-site scripting and CSRF issues.
Limited filtering functionality in some UI contexts.
No premium version to unlock additional features.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, reliable plugin to categorize and filter media using WordPress's native category system, especially those who want straightforward integration with page builders.

Not ideal for

Users needing advanced media management features or robust filtering options when adding media to pages, or those concerned about past security vulnerabilities and requiring a plugin with a pro version for enhanced capabilities.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full access to all core features, including media categorization during upload and filtering by category when inserting media.

Final Verdict

WP Media Category Management excels as a simple and effective tool for organizing media with WordPress's native categories. It is highly rated for ease of use and integration with page builders, making it a great choice for users who want straightforward media categorization without extra complexity or cost.

However, it has some limitations, including a lack of filtering when adding images to pages and a history of medium-severity security vulnerabilities that have been addressed in updates. Users requiring advanced features or enhanced security assurances might consider alternatives with pro versions and more robust filtering options.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP Media Category Management plugin.

Bulk Toggle

Media Category

Media Filter

Toggle Category

User Media Management

Screenshots

FAQ

On the options page, define which taxonomy to use for media: either use the standard post taxonomy, a dedicated media taxonomy or a custom media taxonomy.
Define the categories to be used for media.
Toggle category assignments to media, either individually or in bulk.
Use category filter when adding media to posts or pages.