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Enable AVIF Upload
Overview
Adds AVIF (image/avif) as an allowed upload type, validates AVIF file headers on classic and REST uploads, and improves Media Library preview handling. Intermediate WordPress sizes are not generated for AVIF uploads. A status panel shows whether the server is ready (GD/Imagick AVIF support) so you know before editors try to upload.
- Sites adopting modern AVIF assets from designers or CDNs
- Teams whose hosts already support AVIF decoding
- Anyone who needs WordPress to accept
.avifwithout a custom snippet
Features
Allow AVIF uploads
Header validation
Library preview support
Server readiness status
No AVIF intermediates
Use Cases
- Design handoff in AVIFDesigners deliver AVIF exports—editors can upload them directly once the server is ready.
- Modern performance stacksSites already using AVIF on the CDN still need WordPress to accept the mime type in the library.
- Staging capability checksUse the Ready / Not ready status to confirm hosting support before enabling AVIF in production workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does AVIF Upload do in WP PowerSuite?
It allows AVIF images in the Media Library, validates uploads, and shows whether your server can handle AVIF.
How do I enable AVIF Upload in WP PowerSuite?
Enable it in the Modules hub and check the server status panel before uploading AVIF files.
Who should use AVIF Upload?
Sites that need to store AVIF files in WordPress when the host supports the format.
Does this convert JPEG/PNG to AVIF?
No. For automatic conversion of uploads, use AVIF Conversion (Pro). This module only allows AVIF uploads.
Is AVIF Upload a free or Pro module in WP PowerSuite?
It is included (free) with WP PowerSuite.
