Use Externally Hosted Images
in WordPress
Host your images anywhere. Display them in WordPress with zero uploads, zero storage impact, and maximum speed.
These video walkthroughs shows how to import and use images from any external URL, no downloading or uploading required. Our powerful plugin lets you use externally hosted images for posts, WooCommerce, and galleries. Supports JSON, XML, and feed imports.
We practice what we preach. Aside from logos and icons, every image you see on this website is externally hosted using this very plugin. Fast delivery, no uploads, no heavy media library.
Whether you’re managing a single blog or dozens of client sites, our pricing is built to scale with your needs. Every plan includes full access to the External Images Plugin, along with updates and support. No hidden fees. No bloated bundles. Just straightforward value for developers, freelancers, and businesses who care about performance.
Whether you’re trying to speed up your site, cut down on media clutter, or automate product images, we’ve got you covered. These FAQs cover the most common questions from real users—because we’re not just the developers, we’re users too. In fact, almost every image on this site is powered by the External Images WordPress Plugin.
Uploading bloats your site. External images save storage and speed up load times.
Absolutely. Compatible with most themes, page builders, and major plugins.
If the external link is broken or deleted, the image won’t load. We recommend using reliable sources or CDNs.
Yes, bulk import supported. Perfect for WooCommerce or syncing content.
Yes, with our Professional plan or higher, you can activate the plugin across multiple sites.
Yes. If your image source is stable, you never need to upload again.
Definitely. Use them in blog posts, product listings, and any featured image slot.
Yes. Our plugin works with WordPress native galleries and most third-party plugins.
Yes. Lazy loading + no server processing = faster load times and better performance.
Yes. Nearly all images you see here are hosted externally. We built this plugin to power our own performance, and now you can too.
