Converter for Media Pro

Converter for Media Pro converts JPEG, PNG, and GIF images on WordPress sites into WebP and AVIF versions. AVIF is an additional output option alongside WebP. Converted documents are stored separately, so the original images remain unchanged.

How does browser support determine delivery?

When a browser requests an picture, the extension checks which formats it supports. If AVIF is enabled and supported, it serves the AVIF version. If AVIF is unsupported but WebP is supported, it serves the WebP version. If the browser supports neither format, it loads the original image.

How do you convert existing images and new uploads?

Install the plugin, choose the output settings in its settings, and execute one-click optimization for images already in the Media Library. Images added to the Media Library later are converted automatically. Image conversion can also cover the /plugins and /themes directories.

Where are the converted files stored?

WebP and AVIF files are saved separately in /wp-content/uploads-webpc/. If you remove the plugin, it removes the converted files it created, leaving the original media available.

What does AVIF add?

The product information describes AVIF as a successor to WebP and estimates that AVIF images can weigh about 50% less than images converted only to WebP while maintaining better image quality.