Media Bulk Download

1. 01Go to Plugins → Add New in your WordPress admin
2. 02Search for “Media Bulk Download”
3. 03Click Install Now , then Activate
4. 04Go to Media → Library , select your files, and click Download as ZIP

That’s it — no settings required to get started.

Where is the download button?

Grid view: Select items using the selection mode, then click the “Download as ZIP” button that appears in the toolbar above the grid.

List view: Check the files you want, open the Bulk actions dropdown, select “Download as ZIP” , and click Apply.

What file types can I download?

Any file in your WordPress Media Library — images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG), documents (PDF, DOCX, XLSX), videos, audio files, and more. If WordPress can store it, this plugin can ZIP it.

What are the free version limits?

Maximum 20 files per ZIP Maximum 10 ZIPs per day per user 1-minute cooldown between downloads Files are zipped in a flat structure (no subfolders) No metadata CSV export Upgrade to Pro to remove all limits and unlock folder structure + metadata export. See Pro →

What does “preserved folder structure” mean?

When you download files from your Media Library, WordPress stores them in year/month subfolders (e.g. 2024/11/photo.jpg ). The Pro version keeps those subfolders intact inside the ZIP, so your files stay organised exactly as they were uploaded. The free version puts all files in a single flat folder.

What is included in the metadata CSV?

Pro ZIPs include a media-metadata.csv file with one row per downloaded file, containing: filename, title, alt text, caption, description, and public URL. This is especially useful for SEO audits and site migrations where you need to re-import media with all metadata intact.

How do I upgrade to Pro?

Purchase at pluginnests.com/media-bulk-download Download the Media Bulk Download Pro add-on and your license key from your account Install and activate the add-on (Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin), then enter your license key in its settings The Pro add-on runs alongside this free plugin, so its features appear in the same Media Library screens.

Does it change or move my media files?

No. Files are only read and streamed into a ZIP. Nothing is moved, renamed, or altered in your Media Library.

Does it respect user roles?

Yes. Only users with the upload_files capability (Editors, Administrators) can generate ZIPs.

Is there a file size limit?

There is no hard limit set by the plugin. Very large libraries may be affected by your server’s PHP memory limit or execution time. Pro users can contact support for help with large downloads.