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Simple Image XML Sitemap

By Janine

Site Structure & Navigation / Sitemaps & Site Structure

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Simple Image XML Sitemap Review - In-Depth Analysis

Generate an XML Sitemap specifically for images attached to posts and pages. Supports Advanced Custom Fields.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.72/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 2+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Simple Image XML Sitemap plugin will generate a XML sitemap for all your images uploaded within pages and posts added as attachments.

Therefore, the specific Image XML Sitemap will contain the URL to the post or page and URLs to all attached images and image meta data such as caption and title.

The plugin is written by Janine, and is based on Herbert van-Vliet's image sitemap plugin.

Comparing to Alternatives

Simple Image XML Sitemap is a straightforward plugin focused on image sitemap generation, with several other plugins offering similar or broader sitemap functionalities.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Extremely simple and easy to use interface
Manual control over sitemap generation allows immediate updates
Lightweight with no unnecessary features
No recorded security vulnerabilities
Highly rated by users for reliability

Weaknesses

Lacks automatic sitemap update scheduling
Limited to image sitemaps only, no broader sitemap features
No pro version with advanced options
Requires manual regeneration after image updates

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and reliability.

Positive highlights

'Very simple and easy to use' — mogutanism
'Extremely useful compared to other professional plugins' — lilybridal
'Allows manual control and immediate updates' — lilybridal

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No automatic update feature may inconvenience some users
Limited functionality focused solely on image sitemaps
Manual regeneration required after image changes

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a simple, reliable image sitemap plugin with manual control over updates and no unnecessary complexity.

Not ideal for

Users who prefer automatic sitemap updates or need comprehensive sitemap solutions including other content types.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides full functionality for generating and managing image sitemaps with manual update control.

Final Verdict

Simple Image XML Sitemap excels in providing a straightforward and reliable solution for image sitemap generation, praised for its ease of use and manual update control. Its perfect security record and positive user feedback make it a trustworthy choice for users focused solely on image sitemaps.

However, the lack of automatic updates and broader sitemap features may limit its appeal for users seeking more comprehensive or automated sitemap management. Overall, it is a solid, no-frills plugin ideal for those valuing simplicity and control.