=== neo Optimize - Cache and resize images - the original remains untouched ===
Contributors: neoplugins
Donate link: https://neo-wp.com/donate/?ref=wp-org
Tags: optimize, optimizer, resize, compress, cache, webp, pagespeed, seo, faster, speed, minify, performance
Requires at least: 6.2
Tested up to: 7.0
Stable tag: 26.5.20.b213141
Requires PHP: 8.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
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Plugin Name: neoOptimize Beta
Author: <a href="https://neo-wp.com">neoWP</a>
Author Profile: neoplugins
Last Updated UTC: 2026-05-20 21:31:46
Last Updated Local: 2026-05-20 23:31:46 (Europe/Berlin)
Banner Low: https://neo-wp.com/wp-content/uploads/plugin-neo-optimize-banner.svg
Banner High: https://neo-wp.com/wp-content/uploads/plugin-neo-optimize-banner.svg

Boost your SEO pagespeed by resizing and caching images!



== Description ==
### Boost your SEO pagespeed by resizing and caching images! ###
Free and NO credit packages required! The images are resized and cached directly on your server in WebP format. The original images and database remain untouched. With neoOptimize your images load faster with high image quality. This improves your website's performance and boosts SEO ranking.


### 🏝️ Sandbox for neo Optimize Beta ###
Try neo Optimize Beta directly in the browser without installing it.

[→ Start sandbox](https://neo-wp.com/sandbox/?selected-plugin=neo-optimize&ref=wp-org)


### 🚀️ Main Features of neo Optimize Beta ###
- ✅ Maximize the SEO ranking of your images for better PageSpeed 🎉
- ✅ Your media files and database are not changed
- ✅ Resizing on your own server without external dependencies
- ✅ Free WebP support for delivered images with top performance
- ✅ Optimization of neoDraw SVG illustrations
- ➡️ Best WordPress image optimization with cache


### 🎉 Be the king of the neoUniverse ###
Get the ultimate package!

- 🗂️ **[neoLibrary](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-library/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Bring order to your media library with the advanced image manager!
- ✏️ **[neoRename](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-rename/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Rename images efficiently and maximize SEO ranking!
- 🔄 **[neoReplace](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-replace/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Easy replacement via drag and drop!
- 🖇️ **[neoDuplicate](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-duplicate/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Duplicate images for SEO with page-specific ALT texts.
- 🚀 **[neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Boost your SEO pagespeed by resizing and caching images!
- 🐌 **[neoLazy](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-lazy/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Best user experience thanks to delayed loading of images!
- 🎨 **[neoDraw](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-draw/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Implement creative ideas with drawings directly in WordPress!
- 🎬 **[neoAnimate](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-animate/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Make an impression with animated line-path effects!
- 🏃‍♂️ **[neoMotion](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-motion/?ref=wp-org)**<br>Make an impression with fascinating stop-motion animations!
- ✨ **[neoPlugins](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-plugins/?ref=wp-org)**<br>All free neoMedia plugins for WordPress.


### ❤️ Our Drive ###
Feedback on neo Optimize Beta from WP pros that drives us every day:

- ... What is very well solved about neoOptimize is that all images and the entire content folder remain untouched.<br>*[Jonas Gruber](https://neo-wp.com/review/review-neo-optimize-jonas-gruber-bach-gruber-holding-ltd/?ref=wp-org)* ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- ... I especially like the image quality setting with an instant preview of the compressed image. The neoTeam did a great job.<br>*[Sasha Simonova](https://neo-wp.com/review/review-neo-optimize-sasha-simonova-avonomis/?ref=wp-org)* ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

➔ [Read more reviews](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/?ref=wp-org#reviews)

**🎁 Help us make neo Optimize Beta even better!** Your opinion matters. ➔ [Send us feedback](https://neo-wp.com/rating/?ref=wp-org&selected-plugin=neo-optimize)


### 🔮 A look into the future ###
We are currently developing these features:

- 🔜 Pixel-perfect dynamic image scaling based on display size in the frontend
- Minimizing raster graphics embedded as pixel data in SVG files
- SEO-friendly, automatically generated alt texts based on SVG text contents

➔ [Request another feature](https://neo-wp.com/feedback/?ref=wp-org)


### 🔍 Related Plugins ###
We learned from the best to develop the Image Optimizer plugin. If you are looking for an alternative to neo Optimize Beta, take a look at the following plugins:

- **EWWW Image Optimizer** - Features: compress, convert, lazy load, resize, webp
- **Converter for Media &#8211; Optimize images | Convert WebP &amp; AVIF** - Features: compress images, convert webp, image optimization, optimize images
- **ShortPixel Image Optimizer &#8211; Optimize Images, Convert WebP &amp; AVIF** - Features:
- **Imagify Image Optimization &#8211; Optimize Images | Compress Images | Convert WebP | Convert AVIF** - Features: convert AVIF
- **WP-Optimize &#8211; Cache, Compress images, Minify &amp; Clean database to boost page speed &amp; performance** - Features: cache, caching, image cache, minify, performance cache
- **Smush &#8211; Image Optimization, Compression, Lazy Load, WebP &amp; CDN** - Features: image optimizer
- **Image Optimizer &#8211; Optimize Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF** - Features: image compression, performance


### 🤝️ Compatibility ###
The image optimizer plugin offers maximum compatibility:

- Tested from WordPress 6.2 and PHP 8.0. Optimized for WP 7.0.
- Multilingual support for e.g. English, German, …
- The image optimizer plugin integrates seamlessly into the WordPress backend and is compatible with WooCommerce.
- Compatible media file types: SVG, JPG, JPEG, WEBP, AVIF, PNG, GIF, TIF, BMP, MP4, MOV, WEBM, AVI, MP3, WAV, PDF, TXT, ZIP, …
- The image optimizer plugin is compatible with all major page builders and was tested with: Bricks, Elementor, Divi, Gutenberg, Classic Editor, …


### 🛡️ Security & Performance ###
The Image Optimizer plugin keeps your data secure and your website fast:

- Regular updates for maximum reliability and security
- Thorough testing of new plugin updates by WordPress experts
- Resource-efficient for a fast WordPress backend
- SEO-optimized for higher search engine rankings
- Clean uninstallation without leftover database entries
- German security according to EU standards GDPR and DSGVO


### 🌍 Our community & support ###
We continuously develop the image optimizer plugin. If you have questions or problems we are there for you - in the WordPress forum or for Pro users on our website.

- **WordPress Forum:** [https://wp.org/support/plugin/neo-optimize](https://wp.org/support/plugin/neo-optimize)
- **Ideas & requests:** [https://neo-wp.com/feedback/](https://neo-wp.com/feedback/?ref=wp-org#ref-page=plugin/neo-optimize)
- **Free support:** [https://neo-wp.com/contact/#free](https://neo-wp.com/contact/?ref=wp-org#free)
- **Pro support:** [https://neo-wp.com/contact/#pro](https://neo-wp.com/contact/?ref=wp-org#pro)

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== Installation ==
### Help and Support ###
- **WordPress Forum:** [https://wp.org/support/plugin/neo-optimize](https://wp.org/support/plugin/neo-optimize)
- **neo Optimize Beta** **Free Support:** [https://neo-wp.com/contact/#free](https://neo-wp.com/contact/?ref=wp-org#free)
- **neo Optimize Beta** **Pro Support:** [https://neo-wp.com/contact/#pro](https://neo-wp.com/contact/?ref=wp-org#pro)


### Get pro features ###
Find out what the [Pro version](https://neo-wp.com/pricing/?ref=wp-org) of neo Optimize Beta offers to unlock the full potential of your media. [➔ What the Pro version can do](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/?ref=wp-org)


### Installation & Activation ###
= Installation via the WordPress Plugin Directory =
- Open the [WordPress backend](https://wordpress.org/documentation/article/administration-screens/) > Plugins > Add New
- Search for “neo Optimize Beta” and click “Install Now.”
- After installation click “Activate.”
= Installation of neo Optimize Beta from the official neoWP website =
- Download the Image Optimizer plugin from the official website [neo-wp.com](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/?ref=wp-org).
- Open the [WordPress backend](https://wordpress.org/documentation/article/administration-screens/) > Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin > Activate Plugin
= Manual installation of neo Optimize Beta via FTP =
- Download the Image Optimizer plugin from the official website [neo-wp.com](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/?ref=wp-org).
- Unzip the ZIP file and upload the neo-optimize folder via FTP into the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory of your WordPress installation.
- Go to the [WordPress backend](https://wordpress.org/documentation/article/administration-screens/) > Plugins > find “neo Optimize Beta” in the list and click “Activate.”
= After activating the Image Optimizer plugin =
- Click “neoWP” in the sidebar of the [WordPress backend](https://wordpress.org/documentation/article/administration-screens/) to review and adjust the default options.
- Adjust the “neo Optimize Beta” settings to your individual needs.


### Compatibility and requirements ###
= Minimum system requirements for the image optimizer plugin =
- [WordPress version](https://wordpress.org/documentation/article/wordpress-versions/) 6.2 to 7.0
- [PHP version](https://php.watch/versions) 8.0 or higher
- [MySQL version](https://make.wordpress.org/hosting/handbook/compatibility/) 8.0 or higher
- Optimized for servers with [Linux](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linux) operating system (not Windows)
- Server memory limit: min. 128 MB
= Compatible plugins and tools with neo Optimize Beta =
The neo Optimize Beta plugin was tested with: [Bricks](https://bricksbuilder.io/), [Elementor](https://elementor.com/), [Divi](https://www.elegantthemes.com/gallery/divi/), [Beaver](https://www.wpbeaverbuilder.com/), [Oxygen](https://oxygenbuilder.com/), [Breakdance](https://breakdance.com/), [Gutenberg](https://wordpress.org/gutenberg/), [WP Fastest Cache](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-fastest-cache/), [LiteSpeed Cache](https://wordpress.org/plugins/litespeed-cache/), [WP Rocket](https://wp-rocket.me), [W3 Total Cache](https://wordpress.org/plugins/w3-total-cache/), [WP Super Cache](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-super-cache/), [WP-Optimize](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-optimize/), [Autoptimize](https://wordpress.org/plugins/autoptimize/), [Breeze](https://wordpress.org/plugins/breeze/), [Cache Enabler](https://wordpress.org/plugins/cache-enabler/)


### Legal notice about the Image Optimizer plugin ###
The plugin neo Optimize Beta is provided free of charge under the license "GPLv2 or later" and without any warranty. Use is at your own risk; liability for damages is excluded. Users outside Germany are responsible for complying with local regulations. This plugin may process personal data to the extent necessary for, for example, licensing, updates, and secure operation. <br>You can find details in the [full privacy policy](https://neo-wp.com/privacy-policy-plugins/?ref=wp-org).



== Frequently Asked Questions ==
### Features of neo Optimize Beta ###
**Which features are included in the plugin?**

The main features of the image optimizer plugin are:

- ✅ Maximize your images' SEO ranking 🎉
- ✅ Original images and database remain untouched
- ✅ Resizing on your own server
- ✅ Free WebP support for delivered images
- ✅ Optimization of neoDraw SVG graphics
- ✅ Image scaling based on the display size in the frontend

### Short and sweet ###
**What is neoOptimize?**

The [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) plugin is a **WordPress image optimization plugin**. It automatically reduces images to the actually required display size and converts image files to the efficient **WebP format**. This makes images load faster and improves your website's performance, which positively affects **SEO ranking**.

What makes [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) special is that the **original images remain unchanged** and the optimized versions are stored in a separate cache directory. The plugin also works **without credit packages** because it optimizes images **for free on your own server**.

### Local optimization ###
**Are my images sent to external servers?**

The [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) plugin processes your images **directly on your own server**. Local server functions like **Imagick** or **PHP GD** are used for image optimization. This means you **do not need credit packages** for external image services or additional cloud processing.

This makes optimization **free**, **privacy-friendly** and **independent** of external providers.

### Original images remain preserved ###
**Does neoOptimize modify my original images?**

Your original images and database remain **completely preserved**. The [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) plugin only creates **optimized copies in the cache** and serves those in the frontend. The original files in your media library are not overwritten.

Your **WordPress database also remains untouched**. When the website loads, only the image URL in the frontend is replaced by the optimized cache version.

**If you deactivate or uninstall neoOptimize, everything returns to the way it was before.**

### WebP and image quality ###
**Which image quality should I set?**

For most websites we recommend a **WebP quality of 75%**. The **WebP format** is very efficient, so even lower quality values often still look very good while producing significantly smaller files.

In the settings of [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) you can conveniently select the quality and immediately evaluate it via a **preview with file size**. This way you quickly find the right balance between high image quality and fast loading time.

### Retina factor ###
**What does the retina factor do?**

The **retina factor** controls the **pixel density** at which images are displayed for high-resolution screens. A **higher value** makes images appear **sharper** on retina displays but also increases file size.

The [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) plugin **uses a default retina factor of 1.5x** to enhance the display of small text, icons and details in images on retina displays. In the [Pro version](https://neo-wp.com/pricing/) you can set the retina factor individually and compare it directly in the preview.

### Clearing cache ###
**When should I clear the neoOptimize cache?**

Under normal operation it is **not necessary** to clear the neoOptimize cache. The clear cache button can be helpful if you want to **remove old image variants after many tests** or clean up after major changes to image sizes in the page builder. After that the optimized images are **automatically regenerated** as soon as they are needed again in the frontend.

If you change the image quality, retina factor or other **optimization settings**, [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) **automatically creates new optimized images**. When you **delete an image** from the WordPress media library, the associated cache files are **automatically removed** as well. Even optimized images that were renamed with [neoRename](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-rename/) are cleaned up automatically.

The **Clear cache** button is therefore primarily intended as a **reset and cleanup function**.

### Page builder ###
**Does neoOptimize work with my page builder?**

**Yes**, [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) works with all common page builders. These include [Bricks](https://bricksbuilder.io/), [Elementor](https://elementor.com/), [Divi](https://www.elegantthemes.com/gallery/divi/), [Beaver](https://www.wpbeaverbuilder.com/), [Oxygen](https://oxygenbuilder.com/), [Breakdance](https://breakdance.com/) and [Gutenberg](https://wordpress.org/gutenberg/).

neoOptimize can **automatically read the configured image sizes** and use them as a basis for optimization. This ensures the image is adapted as closely as possible to the actual display size and cached for fast delivery.

### Overriding image sizes ###
**Can I set image size and quality manually per image?**

**Yes.** You can override the automatically determined optimization per image using [**HTML attributes**](https://www.w3schools.com/html/html_attributes.asp). This is especially useful when an image is displayed differently in a page builder than can be detected automatically. Examples:

`<img data-neo-optimize--width="320px" src="...">#gptEscapeQuotesEnd`  

`<img data-neo-optimize--height="180px" src="...">#gptEscapeQuotesEnd`  

`<img data-neo-optimize--quality="75" src="...">#gptEscapeQuotesEnd`

With the [Pro version](https://neo-wp.com/pricing/) you can additionally control the **retina factor** and the algorithm used per image:

`<img data-neo-optimize--retina="150" src="...">#gptEscapeQuotesEnd  

<img data-neo-optimize--algorithm="imagick" src="...">#gptEscapeQuotesEnd`

### Supported formats ###
**Which image formats does neoOptimize support?**

The image optimization of [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) supports many common raster formats including [JPG](https://jpeg.org/), [JPEG](https://jpeg.org/), [PNG](https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/file-types/image/raster/png-file.html), [GIF](https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/file-types/image/raster/gif-file.html), [WebP](https://developers.google.com/speed/webp), [AVIF](https://caniuse.com/avif), [BMP](https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/file-types/image/raster/bmp-file.html), [HEIC](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Efficiency_Image_File_Format), [HEIF](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Efficiency_Image_File_Format), [TIFF](https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/file-types/image/raster/tiff-file.html) and many other formats, provided they can be processed on your server by [Imagick](https://imagemagick.org/) or [PHP GD](https://www.php.net/manual/en/book.image.php).

Raster images are optimized, scaled and stored as **[WebP](https://developers.google.com/speed/webp)** files in the cache. Additionally, neoOptimize can also optimize special [neoDraw](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-draw/) [SVG graphics](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scalable_Vector_Graphics) for frontend delivery.

### Optimizing neoDraw SVGs ###
**How does neoOptimize optimize drawings from neoDraw?**

If a graphic was created with [neoDraw](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-draw/), [neoOptimize](https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/) can automatically optimize it when serving it in the frontend. Unnecessary **editor data is removed** for display and embedded raster images are converted to the efficient **WebP format**.

The original neoDraw file remains fully preserved and editable. Visitors receive a leaner, faster version in the frontend while you continue to work with the editable original drawing in the backend.

### Neo-Universe ###
**What is the neoUniverse?**

The **neoUniverse** is more than just a collection of plugins. It is your complete **toolbox for all media challenges** in WordPress. It currently includes ten specialized plugins: <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-library/">**neoLibrary**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-rename/">**neoRename**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-replace/">**neoReplace**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-duplicate/">**neoDuplicate**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-optimize/">**neoOptimize**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-lazy/">**neoLazy**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-draw/">**neoDraw**</a>, <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-animate/">**neoAnimate**</a> and <a href="https://neo-wp.com/plugin/neo-motion/">**neoMotion**</a>. They work seamlessly together, are perfectly matched and cover all areas of media management, SEO and performance. Whether renaming images, replacing files, optimizing SEO, enabling lazy load or drawing and animating content. The neoUniverse makes your media workflow noticeably easier and more efficient. And the best part: the neoUniverse keeps expanding. New tools and features make your WordPress daily routine even better.

### Download with Safari ###
**Why is only a folder shown when downloading?**

**If you use Safari**, your Mac may automatically unzip the ZIP file. Instead of the ZIP file you then get only the unzipped folder. You cannot upload this directly to WordPress.

Solution: Open **Safari preferences** and disable the option **”Open safe files after downloading”**. After that the ZIP file will remain as you need it.

The video titled ”How to disable Safari auto extract for ZIP files when downloading WordPress plugins” on YouTube shows you the exact details.

### More questions ###
**I have more questions. Can you help me?**

**Sure!** You can ask us your questions at any time via our <a href="https://neo-wp.com/support/#free">support page</a>. **We will respond shortly.**



== Screenshots ==
1. neo Optimize Beta - Optimize images directly on your own server, without external dependencies, free and GDPR compliant
2. neo Optimize Beta - Screenshot neoOptimize - Media optimizer plugin for WordPress images to reduce graphics for SEO optimization
3. neo Optimize Beta - Preview of settings to quickly and easily find the perfect balance between image quality and file size
4. neo Optimize Beta - Cache for fast delivery of optimized images. This keeps the original images and the database untouched.
5. neo Optimize Beta - Better Google Page Speed Insights score for SEO and GEO
6. neo Optimize Beta - Override the automatically detected resolution and image quality via the img attribute in the Bricks page builder
7. neo Optimize Beta - Override the automatically detected resolution and image quality via the img attribute in the Elementor page builder
8. neo Optimize Beta - With neoOptimize you push your website performance to the top.



== Changelog ==
Show full changelog: [https://neo-wp.com/changelog/?ref=wp-org#neo-optimize](https://neo-wp.com/changelog/?ref=wp-org#neo-optimize)

- 2026-05-12 Feature     - neoOptimize: Adjustable image quality and retina factor
- 2026-05-12 Feature     - neoOptimize: Preview thumbnail for settings
- 2026-04-10 Feature     - neoReset: Button to reset tutorial hints
- 2026-04-03 Improvement - neoReset: Clear dropdown for different plugin reset options
- 2026-04-02 Improvement - neoSettings: Settings organized and grouped per plugin
- 2026-04-02 Improvement - neoSettings: Improved accessibility of the settings page
- 2026-03-25 Improvement - neoManagerInstaller: Enable and disable individual plugin modules via neoSettings
- 2026-03-21 Improvement - neoFreemius: Contact merged into a support link on the settings page
- 2026-03-21 Improvement - neoManagerInstaller: Plugin list is now expandable
- 2026-01-30 Improvement - neowp: Improved handling of browser font size settings
- 2026-01-30 Improvement - neoGlobal: Secure log folder name derived from WP secret key
- 2026-01-28 Improvement - neoLog: Consolidation of all logs into an additional log file
- 2026-01-16 Fix         - neoGlobal: Fixed issue with settings cards sometimes not displaying
- 2026-01-16 Improvement - neoGlobal: Settings page loads faster due to optimized plugin icon loading
- 2026-01-15 Fix         - neoGlobal: Sporadically missing plugin icons in neoManager now reliably show
- 2026-01-15 Improvement - neoGlobal: Switches that are on but disabled get a slight green tint
- 2026-01-14 Fix         - neoGlobal: Robustness against PHP protected folders due to php.ini open_basedir setting
- 2026-01-01 Feature     - neoSettings: Settings page for neoWP
- 2026-01-01 Feature     - neoReset: Implementation of neoReset
- 2026-01-01 Feature     - neoFreemius: Freemius integration
- 2026-01-01 Feature     - neoManagerInstaller: Implementation of neoManager
- 2025-07-01 Feature     - neoBeta: First beta testers
- 2023-03-12 Birthday    - neowp: Founding of neoWP
- 2023-03-12 Birthday    - neoOptimize: Birthday of the neoOptimize idea
