Automatically generate a featured image from the post title (Background with post title overlay) from media library. This plugins generate a featured image using the post title. The image is saved in the media library and set as featured image. Key Features Create eye-catching featured images using
PricingFree downloadThe WordPress.org download is free. Pro versions, add-ons or external services may cost extra.
CompatibilityRequires WordPress 5.1 and PHP 7.4.0.
SourceWordPress plugins · Oct 24, 2026
01 / Source details
Aboutthistool.
Automatically generate a featured image from the post title (Background with post title overlay) from media library. This plugins generate a featured image using the post title. The image is saved in the media library and set as featured image.
Key Features
Create eye-catching featured images using the post title, primary category name, first tag, custom queries, and even embed YouTube videos.
Choose from a variety of fonts to add a personal touch.
Allow extract youtube video as featured image.
Allow extract video from custom tag as featured image (Requires exec function enabled and ffmpeg installed)
Customize font color and size for a unique look.
Highlight text with different colors to grab attention.
Automatically search and fetch background images from the media library.
Utilize random options to generate original and distinctive images.
Position text as per your preferences.
Allow the use of multiple sources to generate original content and prevent similar images on your website.
How to use
01Write your post.
02Save your post.
03The plugin will automatically generate a featured image for your post.
Youtube video as featured image
Settings & Preview
PRO: Layers
Documentation
https://jodacame.dev/kb/auto-featured-image/
Features (Free / Included)
Generate featured image from post title
Generate featured image from primary category name
Search and grab background image from media library automatically
Random solid background color
Random gradient background color
Random plasma background color
Custom solid background color (Can use multiple colors for random results)
Text position (top, middle, bottom)
Background overlay
Text transformation (lowercase, uppercase, capitalize)
Custom post status trigger
Title as filename (Good for SEO)
Reuse images: Allow to reuse images from your media library (Good for reduce the size of your media library)
Custom fields as query (ACF Supported)
External Services: Required API Key Happi.dev (Flux Model): Generate featured using AI (Artificial Intelligence) Happi.dev (Flux Model) https://happi.dev
Many more…
PRO Features (Whit Subscription)
Upload and use your own fonts
Select what do you want print in the image (title, category, none)
Works with custom post types
External Services: Required API Key Dall-E 3 (OpenAI): Generate featured using AI (Artificial Intelligence) Dall-E (OpenAI) https://openai.com/pricing
Getimg.ai (Stable Diffusion): Generate featured using AI (Artificial Intelligence) Getimg.ai (Stable Diffusion) https://getimg.ai/tools/api#pricing
AUTOMATIC1111 (Stable Diffusion): Generate featured using your own stable diffusion server https://github.com/AUTOMATIC1111/stable-diffusion-webui
Happi.dev (Flux Model): Generate featured using AI (Artificial Intelligence) Happi.dev (Flux Model) https://happi.dev
Add prefix and suffix to the text Filter by source into the media library (List Mode) Bulk generation of featured images Unique Image: Disable to reuse the same image Custom size of the image (width and height). Layers: Can use multiples layers to enhance the image. Check documentation https://jodacame.dev/docs/auto-featured-image/layers/ Many more…
2.2.7
Fixed small bugs
Removed legacy services
Added Gemini (Google Banana) external service (PRO)
2.2.6
Fixed small bugs
2.2.5
Improved: image size
Fixed small bugs
2.2.4
Fixed: Issue with happi.dev
Allow compatibility with php 7.4.0
2.2.3
Fixed: Issue with video and ffmpeg
2.2.2
Fixed: small bugs
Added: Happi.dev support (Flux Model)
Added: Extract video from custom tag (Requires exec function enabled and ffmpeg installed)
2.1.0
Added support for WordPress 6.6.0
2.0.6
Fixed small issues
Added option to flip the image (Horizontal like a mirror)
2.0.5
Fixed: Issue no-utf8 characters
Added: Auto ellipsis for long text option (Max length setting)
2.0.4
Improved: Tabs (Now can navigate between tabs using arrow keys)
Improved: Tabs (Now use navigator hash to keep the tab selected)
Added: Support for WordPress 6.5.4
2.0.3
Fixed: Removed a few warnings
2.0.2
Fixed: Issue with youtube video
2.0.1
Added support for WordPress 6.5.3
2.0.0
[PRO] Added AUTOMATIC1111 Support: Generate featured using your own stable diffusion server
Fixed small issues
1.7.20
Fixed: Issue with font size
See it in action
Screenshots & previews.
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02 / Source details
Frequently asked questions.
What is Auto Featured Image?
Auto Featured Image is a WordPress plugin that automatically generates a featured image for a post using the post\’s title. The image is created by overlaying the title on a background, and is saved in the media library.
Is Auto Featured Image free?
Yes, Auto Featured Image is free to use. However, we do offer a premium version with more features and customization options.
How does Auto Featured Image work?
The plugin takes the post title, category name or custom query and looks for a background image in the media library that matches the query. If a match is found, the plugin generates an image with the title and overlays it on a background image. Users can customize the font, color, size, and position of the text, as well as the background image and overlay. The generated image is then saved in the media library and set as the featured image for the post.
Can I customize the generated images?
Yes, the plugin offers a variety of customization options for the generated images, such as font selection, color, size, text highlight color, background overlay, text opacity, background overlay opacity, text transformation and custom query.
Can I use my own background image?
Yes, you can use your own background image from your media library, upload bulk of image with good title, description in your media library and the plugin will take one automatically
Can I use a custom query?
Yes, you can use custom queries such as post title, primary category name Name, first tag.
Can I trigger the generation of featured images for specific post statuses?
Yes, you can trigger the generation of featured images for specific post statuses.
Does this plugin work with all WordPress themes?
Yes, the plugin should work with any WordPress theme that supports featured images.
This plugin have a PRO version?
Yes, We have a PRO version with more features and more customization options.
This plugin offer trial?
Yes, We offer a few days trial to test the plugin. After the trial period, you will need to purchase a license to continue using the plugin or use the free version.
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