Description
At a glance
Default Featured Image v1.8.2 — free WordPress plugin download. Key facts: 60K+ active installs · 4.8/5 rating from 68 reviews · updated June 17, 2026 · requires WordPress 6.2+ & PHP 7.4+.
Add a default featured image to the media settings page. This featured image will show up if no featured image is set. Simple as that.
Take a look at FAQ for the basic questions.
Feel free to contact me on the forum or on the github repository.
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I download Default Featured Image?
Default Featured Image 1.8.2 is the latest version. It is a WordPress plugin you can download here free of charge under the GPL license, with the complete feature set included and no trial limitations. It holds a 4.8/5 rating from 68 user reviews.
Does Default Featured Image cost anything?
No. Default Featured Image 1.8.2 is 100% free — the full GPL version, not a trial or demo. There are no download limits, no accounts to create, and no upsells during the download.
How do I install Default Featured Image 1.8.2?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for Default Featured Image?
Default Featured Image 1.8.2 requires WordPress 6.2 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was Default Featured Image last updated?
Version 1.8.2 was last updated on June 17, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Default Featured Image download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 1.8.2
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.8.2 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | June 17, 2026 |
| Active installs | 60,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.8/5 (68 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 6.2 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 or higher |
| Author | Jan-Willem |
| Tags | image, media |
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