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Stories Image Optimizer automatically converts your uploaded images to next-generation WebP or AVIF format, providing better compression while maintaining quality.
Features:
<ul>
<li>Automatic conversion on upload to Media Library</li>
<li>Support for WebP and AVIF formats</li>
<li>Configurable quality settings for each format</li>
<li>Automatic image resizing based on max dimensions</li>
<li>EXIF/metadata stripping for smaller file sizes</li>
<li>Bulk optimization for existing images</li>
<li>Fallback from Imagick to GD Library</li>
<li>Keeps original files as backup (optional)</li>
</ul>
Why use WebP/AVIF?
<ul>
<li>WebP – 25-35% smaller than JPEG with similar quality. Supported by all modern browsers.</li>
<li>AVIF – 50% smaller than JPEG with better quality. Supported by Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.</li>
</ul>
How It Works:
<ol>
<li>Upload an image to WordPress Media Library</li>
<li>The plugin automatically converts it to your chosen format (WebP or AVIF)</li>
<li>All generated thumbnails are also converted</li>
<li>The converted file replaces the original in your content</li>
</ol>
System Requirements:
<ul>
<li>PHP 7.4 or higher</li>
<li>WordPress 6.0 or higher</li>
<li>GD Library with WebP support, OR</li>
<li>Imagick extension (recommended for best performance)</li>
</ul>

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