WP Retina 2x
60,000+ active installs · Rated 4.8/5 · Updated October 10, 2026
A plugin for managing WordPress image sizes, now sold under a new name by its developer. It lists every registered image size, lets you disable unwanted ones or add custom sizes, and regenerates thumbnails in bulk. Optional modules add retina images, WebP and AVIF formats and other enhancements. It suits sites wanting tidier image handling. A free version is available, and a pro version adds more features.
Pros
- Lists registered image sizes and disables unused ones
- Bulk thumbnail regeneration
- Retina and WebP versions of images
Cons
- Some detail views and modules need the paid Pro version
- Cloud optimisation sends site URLs to an external service
- Cloud upscaling needs a third-party key and host
Topics: Image Optimizer plugins
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