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Download Media Library

By marcelotorres

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Download Media Library Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily download files from your Media Library in a structured ZIP format. Organizes files by post type, post name, media type, and file extension.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.96/10

User Rating

3.2/5 (based on 18+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

7.1 / 10 (High Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Download the files from the Media Library in a ZIP format, organized by post type, post name, media type, and file extension. This plugin simplifies the process of retrieving media files, making it easy for users to manage their media assets.

Contribute to the project on GitHub or support it through donations. The plugin is designed for users looking to streamline their media management experience.

Comparing to Alternatives

Download Media Library is one of several plugins designed to facilitate downloading media files from WordPress sites. It faces competition from multiple alternatives that offer similar functionality with varying features and support.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and straightforward interface for downloading media files.
Highly praised for saving time by avoiding FTP use.
Works well with certain WordPress versions and themes like Divi.
Provides a feature many users feel should be built into WordPress itself.
Allows downloading the entire media library into one folder.

Weaknesses

Has not been updated to support the latest WordPress versions.
Known security vulnerability with no current fix.
Some users report it does not work at all on their setups.
Lacks advanced features found in some alternatives.

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are mixed with a 3.2 average rating. Half of the users rate it 5 stars praising its ease and usefulness, while a significant minority rate it 1 star due to functionality issues and lack of updates.

Positive highlights

"Saved me hours!" - MarciKobayashi
"Works perfectly" - viensia
"Nearly perfect" - gintonics
Valued for simplifying media downloads without FTP - gintonics

Common complaints

Plugin does not work on latest WordPress versions.
Lack of updates to maintain compatibility.

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with recent WordPress updates.
Unaddressed security vulnerability.
Limited support and development activity.
Some users find it non-functional on their sites.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users running older or compatible WordPress versions who need a quick and simple way to download their entire media library without FTP.

Not ideal for

Users on the latest WordPress versions or those concerned about security risks should avoid this plugin due to its lack of updates and known vulnerabilities.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers the core functionality of downloading the entire media library into a single folder without additional features.

Final Verdict

Download Media Library provides a valuable and time-saving feature for WordPress users needing to download their media files easily. It is praised for its simplicity and effectiveness by many users, especially those on compatible WordPress versions.

However, the plugin suffers from significant drawbacks including a lack of updates, compatibility issues with recent WordPress releases, and a known security vulnerability without a fix. Users should weigh these risks against their needs and consider alternative plugins if they require ongoing support and security.