bromate

Bromate Remote Media Bridge helps WordPress installations share the same database across multiple environments without requiring a full copy of the uploads directory.
Instead of synchronizing gigabytes of media files between environments, the plugin allows WordPress to use a remote uploads directory while keeping the local media library structure intact.
The plugin can:
<ul>
<li>Rewrite attachment URLs generated by WordPress.</li>
<li>Rewrite responsive image URLs in srcset attributes.</li>
<li>Redirect media requests to a remote uploads directory.</li>
<li>Progressively cache remote media files locally while visitors browse your site.</li>
<li>Reduce deployment complexity for large media libraries.</li>
</ul>
This is particularly useful for:
<ul>
<li>Local development environments using a production database.</li>
<li>Staging and pre-production environments.</li>
<li>WordPress redesign and migration projects.</li>
<li>Large sites where synchronizing the entire uploads directory is impractical.</li>
<li>Long-running projects where the production media library changes frequently.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Example</h3>
A local site generates:
<pre><code>https://local.example.test/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image.jpg
</code></pre>
Bromate Remote Media Bridge rewrites it to:
<pre><code>https://production.example.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image.jpg
</code></pre>
When “Download while navigating” is enabled, the file may also be downloaded automatically and stored locally the first time it is requested.
This creates a progressively warmed local media cache containing only the files that have actually been viewed.
<h3>Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Rewrite WordPress attachment URLs.</li>
<li>Rewrite responsive image URLs (srcset).</li>
<li>Redirect direct media requests.</li>
<li>Progressive local media caching while browsing.</li>
<li>Automatic local storage of viewed remote media files.</li>
<li>Excluded URL support.</li>
<li>Environment-specific configuration through constants.</li>
<li>Optional debug logging.</li>
<li>No custom database tables.</li>
<li>No front-end assets.</li>
<li>Works with shared databases across development, staging and production environments.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Configuration</h3>
The remote uploads URL should point directly to the uploads directory of the environment containing the media files.
Example:
<pre><code>https://www.example.com/wp-content/uploads
</code></pre>
You may also configure the plugin using constants in wp-config.php:
<pre><code>define( 'BROMATE_REMOTE_MEDIA_BRIDGE_ENABLED', true );

define( 'BROMATE_REMOTE_MEDIA_BRIDGE_BASE_URL', 'https://www.example.com/wp-content/uploads' );

define( 'BROMATE_REMOTE_MEDIA_BRIDGE_DOWNLOAD_WHILE_NAVIGATING', true );

define( 'BROMATE_REMOTE_MEDIA_BRIDGE_DEBUG', false );
</code></pre>
Constants take precedence over saved settings.

Bromate Remote Media Bridge

Use a remote WordPress uploads directory without copying your entire media library. Optionally cache media files locally as visitors browse your site.

Whodunit

Jb Audras

This plugins provides custom admin bar colors to differentiate environments (staging, preprod, production). It’s really easy to use and developer-friendly.
The plugin provides a settings screen which several options:
<ul>
<li>choose between several color predefined schemes.</li>
<li>use a favicon to better differentiate your environments in your browser’s tabs.</li>
<li>add a custom message in your admin bar, like “Production website”, “staging version” or whatever your want.</li>
<li>choose the user roles that will see the color scheme (other roles will see the default admin bar).</li>
</ul>
It also offers few PHP constants you can use in your <code>wp-config.php</code> file (see Frequently Asked Questions below).
Since WordPress Core will probably deprecate alternate admin color schemes in mid-term, this plugin is meant to be use by those who rely on colors to know is they are in staging, preproduction or production environment.
Last but not least, all provided color schemes are accessibility-ready!

Contextual Adminbar Color

OMG this is what I need.
I actually use the alternate colors, but I don't like to change the good "blacky" interface ;)
So, this is the best option ever.
And since the alt colors will disappear (soon?), it's a good idea to use this to prevent wrong wabsite updates and tons of wasted hours trying to figure "why this is not updating? HO CRAP I AM ON THE PRODUCTION SITE *phone rings* "hey, client… well listen… you won't believe me ha ha ha :|"

This is what I need

Perfect plugin that allows me to easily differentiate my various environments.

THX !

Great !!!

Really enjoy this plugin.
It’s simple and well integrated with WordPress admin UI.

I really like the optional configuration through wp-config.php.
After configuring it once in wp-config.php, I won’t ever need to reconfigure because it doesn’t loose settings on importing settings (eg. staging <-> production).

Great job @audrasjb!

Simple and very usefull!

Such a great helper! It gives me the safety to know exactly which environment I work on without having to worry. 
Sometimes things look just alike in your DEV, STAGE and PROD environment. And with this little plugin, it is immediately obvious which environment you work in.
And it also works on WP 5.6 - just checked...

Makes my life much better knowing exactly where I am

Use custom admin bar colors and favicons to differentiate your environments (staging/prod)

Bromate Remote Media Bridge vs Contextual Adminbar Color