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Viable URL Media Uploader
Viable URL Media Uploader

Viable URL Media Uploader

5/5 (5 ratings) 60 active installs Updated Apr 8, 2026

Viable URL Media Uploader allows you to quickly import media files directly from URLs into your WordPress media library without downloading them to your computer first.

With just a URL, you can:

  • Import images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG) from any publicly accessible source.

  • Upload videos (MP4, WebM), PDFs, audio files, and more.

  • Automatically generate thumbnails for images.

  • Save the original URL as post meta for reference.

  • Upload via a clean, dedicated upload page.

Built by Ahsan Gadit, this plugin is perfect for content creators, developers, and site administrators who need a quick and efficient way to add media files from external sources like CDNs, cloud storage, or stock photo sites.

Features

  • Dedicated Upload Page – Standalone upload page accessible from the Media menu.

  • Multiple File Type Support – Supports images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG), videos (MP4, WebM), PDFs, and audio files.

  • SVG Support – Full support for SVG files with proper preview in the media library.

  • Automatic Thumbnail Generation – Generates thumbnails automatically for uploaded images.

  • Original URL Storage – Saves the original source URL as post meta for tracking and reference.

  • Standard Form Submission – Reliable uploads with comprehensive error handling.

  • Automatic File Type Detection – Intelligently detects file types from URLs and content.

  • Error Handling – Comprehensive error handling with user-friendly messages.

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.

You can view the full license text here: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Support & Feedback

We’d love to hear your feedback and suggestions!

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