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Default Featured Image
Overview
Supplies a default featured image when a post has no thumbnail—without writing over stored featured images. Filters thumbnail ID/HTML getters and integrates with major SEO plugins’ Open Graph/image tags (Yoast, Rank Math, AIOSEO, SEOPress, Jetpack), with a meta fallback when those are absent. Pick an attachment in settings (recommended ~1200×630 for social). Inactive until an attachment is selected.

- Sites that want consistent cards when editors forget thumbnails
- Brands needing a fallback OG/share image
- Teams that prefer a virtual default over writing real thumbnails
Features
Virtual default thumbnail
Non-destructive
SEO / OG integrations
Fallback meta
Attachment picker
Use Cases
- Consistent archive cardsShow a brand placeholder when posts lack featured images.
- Social share fallbackEnsure OG/share tags always have an image for posts without thumbs.
- Client sites with uneven editorsProtect layout quality without training every author on featured images.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Default Featured Image do in WP PowerSuite?
It shows a default thumbnail (and share image hooks) when a post has no featured image—without overwriting existing thumbs.
How do I enable Default Featured Image in WP PowerSuite?
Enable the module, select an attachment (ideally ~1200×630), and save.
Who should use Default Featured Image?
Sites that need consistent cards and share images when featured images are missing.
Does it set a real featured image in the database?
No. It acts as a virtual fallback via filters unless another process sets a real thumbnail.
Is Default Featured Image a free or Pro module in WP PowerSuite?
It is included (free) with WP PowerSuite.

