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HEIC Support

By Corey Salzano

Content Management / Document Management & Downloads

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

HEIC Support Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enables .heic file uploads to the Media Library and generates .webp or .jpg copies upon upload.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.39/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 3+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

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

This plugin allows you to upload .heic files to your Media Library. It automatically creates .webp or .jpg copies of the .heic images when they are uploaded. This ensures compatibility with various platforms and devices.

There is an optional feature that replaces the original upload with the converted file instead of creating a copy. To utilize this functionality, ensure your server is running ImageMagick 7 or above.

After activating the plugin, you can check the settings under Media to see if your server supports ImageMagick.

Comparing to Alternatives

HEIC Support stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique solution for HEIC image handling in WordPress.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Provides essential HEIC image support for WordPress.
Easy to set up and use, even for non-technical users.
Effectively converts HEIC images to JPG or WebP formats.
Works out-of-the-box with proper server configuration.
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe usage.

Weaknesses

Lacks an option to generate JPEG files automatically upon upload.
No premium version to offer advanced features.
Limited to users with ImageMagick installed on their server.
No direct alternatives to compare feature sets with.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, user feedback is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting ease of use and effective functionality.

Positive highlights

"Finally someone is willing to launch a plugin for HEIC support, thank you" — sheldonng
"Very useful and easy to set up" — is0ph
"Great Plugin | Gets the Job Done" — Generosus
Works seamlessly when ImageMagick is installed and activated — Generosus
Simplifies life for Mac users uploading images — is0ph

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No option to automatically generate JPEG files on upload.
Requires ImageMagick module on the server, which may not be available everywhere.
No advanced features due to absence of a pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users needing straightforward HEIC image support in WordPress, especially those with Mac contributors and servers running ImageMagick.

Not ideal for

Users seeking advanced image conversion features or automatic JPEG generation, or those without ImageMagick installed on their servers.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version fully supports HEIC image conversion and integration with WordPress without limitations.

Final Verdict

HEIC Support is a reliable and well-received plugin that fills a unique niche by enabling HEIC image compatibility in WordPress. Its ease of use and effective conversion capabilities make it a valuable tool for users dealing with HEIC files, particularly those on Mac systems.

While it lacks advanced features and a pro version, its zero security vulnerabilities and straightforward functionality provide confidence for users. Those needing more automation or features may need to look elsewhere, but for basic HEIC support, this plugin is an excellent choice.