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Hide Featured Image

By shahpranaf

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Hide Featured Image Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily hide the featured image on single posts or pages. Customize visibility based on your needs.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.14/10

User Rating

3.6/5 (based on 81+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

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 provides the flexibility to show or hide the featured image on single post pages. You can choose to display the featured image on some posts while hiding it on others. It also supports custom post types, making it versatile for various content types.

For any queries or further details, please visit the Plugin Home page.

Comparing to Alternatives

Hide Featured Image has a couple of direct alternatives that offer similar functionality for hiding featured images on WordPress posts and pages.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and straightforward functionality to hide featured images.
Works well with classic editor setups.
No known security vulnerabilities reported.
Lightweight and easy to use without complex settings.

Weaknesses

Does not support the Gutenberg block editor well.
Some users report it does not work as expected in certain themes.
Lacks updates and may be abandoned, raising compatibility concerns.
No premium version or advanced features available.

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are mixed with a significant portion of negative feedback, but a majority of users rate it positively, appreciating its simplicity and effectiveness in certain setups.

Positive highlights

"Still works perfectly, every time." — Jon Carter
"This is a beautifully coded plugin by a talented developer." — linux garage
"WP 5.8.2 still works for me using WP-Weaver Xtreme theme." — wclune

Common complaints

Plugin does not work as intended for some users.
Does not support the Gutenberg block editor.
Hiding the featured image sometimes makes it more visible instead.

Weaknesses

Limited compatibility with modern WordPress editors.
Potentially abandoned with infrequent updates.
No advanced customization options.
User interface and feedback could be improved.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who rely on the classic WordPress editor and want a simple, no-frills solution to hide featured images without extra features.

Not ideal for

Users who use the Gutenberg block editor or need a plugin with active development and support for modern WordPress features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic functionality to hide featured images on posts and pages without any cost.

Final Verdict

Hide Featured Image provides a straightforward solution for hiding featured images, especially for users of the classic editor. It is lightweight and has no known security issues, but it lacks support for the Gutenberg editor and may not work reliably in all themes or setups.

Given the mixed user feedback and absence of a pro version, users seeking more robust or modern compatibility might consider alternatives. However, for simple use cases on classic setups, it remains a viable option.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Hide Featured Image plugin.

Hide featured image

Show featured image

Post visibility

FAQ

Install the plugin from the ‘Plugins’ section in your dashboard (Go to Plugins > Add New > Search and search for Hide Featured Image).
OR, You can also download the plugin from the repository. Unzip it and upload it to the plugins folder of your WordPress installation (wp-content/plugins/ directory of your WordPress installation).
Activate it through the ‘Plugins’ section.