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WP Add Mime Types

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Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WP Add Mime Types Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily add custom mime types and file extensions to your WordPress site. Upload various file formats without restrictions. Enhance your media management capabilities.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.05/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 25+ reviews)

Active Installations

50,000+

Update Frequency

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 add custom mime types and file extensions to your WordPress site. With this functionality, you can upload a wider variety of file formats that are not supported by default.

By using this plugin, you can enhance your media management capabilities and ensure that your site can handle the specific file types you need. Whether you are working with documents, images, or other media, this plugin provides the flexibility to accommodate your requirements.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP Add Mime Types is a solid choice for managing custom file types in WordPress, with several alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports a wide range of custom MIME types including audio and image formats.
Simple configuration interface for adding multiple MIME types at once.
High compatibility with various WordPress versions.
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe usage.
Free to use without any paid version limitations.

Weaknesses

Some users find the configuration instructions unclear initially.
Occasional issues with file renaming on mobile devices.
Limited support for certain niche file types as reported by some users.
No premium version to offer advanced features or support.

User Sentiment Analysis

Most users rate WP Add Mime Types highly, with 76% giving it 4 or 5 stars, praising its effectiveness and ease of use. However, about 16% of users report issues, mainly related to specific file types not working as expected.

Positive highlights

"Best Plugin for custom file types!" - athidikana
"Works perfectly with GPX files." - marekszewczyk
"The best plugin to use with m4a audio files." - dolceremy
"It worked for HEIF and HEIC after trying two others." - IntegriTivity
"Works with Version 5.9.1" - Duke Snoogens

Common complaints

The plugin failed to support a needed font MIME type as reported by halfsparkle.

Weaknesses

Configuration for custom types can be unclear for new users.
Some mobile apps rename certain files unexpectedly.
Limited troubleshooting support due to lack of a pro version.
No advanced features beyond basic MIME type addition.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, free solution to add and manage custom MIME types in WordPress without requiring advanced features or paid support.

Not ideal for

Users who need guaranteed support for very specific or uncommon file types, or who prefer a plugin with premium features and dedicated customer service.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version allows users to add and manage custom MIME types easily with no restrictions.

Final Verdict

WP Add Mime Types is a reliable and user-friendly plugin for adding custom MIME types in WordPress. It enjoys strong positive feedback for its functionality and ease of use, with no known security issues. The lack of a pro version means it is best suited for users with straightforward needs.

While some users report issues with specific file types and configuration clarity, the plugin remains a top choice among free alternatives. Those needing advanced features or guaranteed support might consider other options, but for most users, this plugin offers excellent value.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP Add Mime Types plugin.

File Extention

Mime

Screenshots

FAQ

If it fails to upload a file for the security reasons of WordPress despite having set it up with this plugin, then the MIME type of the uploaded file recognised by WordPress may be different from the MIME type you have set. In that case, you need to find out how WordPress recognised the MIME type of the file.
So, turn on “Enable to debug output for file types recognized by WordPress when a file is uploaded by the media.” setting.
and upload a file and set “mime type” recognized by WordPress in the setting of this plugin.
Please keep in mind that the “Enable to debug output for file types recognised by WordPress when a file is uploaded by the media.” setting must be turned off after you finish checking the mime type. If it is left on, file uploads will not work.
Reference: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1o4YHqP7s-EcctYSEYM2L7HLJtqhjA_mkY4VMjvTdj20/edit?usp=sharing (Google Slide)