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Exclude Image Thumbnails From UpdraftPlus Backups
A small plugin to exclude WordPress generated image thumbnails from Updraft backups, saving space. The original, full-sized image is included in backups, so if a restoration from backup is needed, WP CLI or a plugin can be used to regenerate thumbnails using the original, full-size images. Features:
PricingFree downloadThe WordPress.org download is free. Pro versions, add-ons or external services may cost extra.
CompatibilityRequires WordPress 3.5.
SourceWordPress plugins · Nov 7, 2026
01 / Source details
A small plugin to exclude WordPress generated image thumbnails from Updraft backups, saving space. The original, full-sized image is included in backups, so if a restoration from backup is needed, WP CLI or a plugin can be used to regenerate thumbnails using the original, full-size images.
Features:
- Works for all image types and includes both native and custom image sizes added by themes and plugins.
02 / Source details
This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working.
- 01Ensure UpdraftPlus Backup/Restore is installed and activated
- 02Upload the plugin to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
- 03Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
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