Bulk Media Register

What is Bulk Media Register?

Bulk Media Register is a WordPress plugin that lets you register files already sitting on your server into the WordPress Media Library. Developed by Katsushi Kawamori, this tool has been available for 6 years. It currently holds 8K+ active installs with a 4.5/5 rating from 22 reviews. Of those ratings, 77% are 7% are one-star. The plugin is designed to help you bulk add server files to media library without re-uploading them through the WordPress interface.

The core workflow is simple: point the plugin at a folder on your server, and it registers those files as media attachments. It handles folder structure preservation, thumbnail generation for images, and metadata creation for images, videos, and audio files. You can also adjust the date and time associated with registered media. Version 1.41 was last updated on Mar 29, 2026.

Key Features of Bulk Media Register

• Bulk server file registration – Register entire folders of files to the Media Library without uploading through your browser.
• Folder structure preservation – Maintains the original directory hierarchy when files are registered, keeping your media organized.
• Automatic thumbnail generation – Creates thumbnails for image files during the registration process.
• Metadata creation for multiple media types – Generates metadata for images, videos, and audio files automatically.
• Date and time modification – Change the date and time associated with registered media files during the import.
• FTP file registration support – Works with files uploaded via FTP to register ftp files in wordpress media library.
• ZIP file import capability – Register media directly from ZIP archives uploaded to the server.
• Multi-byte filename handling – Supports UTF-8 filenames, though filenames are sanitized and may change during registration.

Who Should Use Bulk Media Register?

This plugin is ideal for site owners who manage large media libraries and need to import files from ftp to wordpress media. If you regularly upload images, videos, or audio files via FTP or SSH, Bulk Media Register saves hours of manual work. It suits intermediate WordPress users who are comfortable navigating server directories and understand file permissions. The plugin requires PHP 8.0+ and WordPress 4.6+, so it works with most modern hosting setups.

Typical use cases include migrating media from an old server, adding thousands of product images to a WooCommerce store, or importing a video archive. With 8K+ active installs, the plugin has proven reliable for bulk import media files tasks. The 77% five-star rating suggests most users find it effective for their workflows. If you regularly need to register files to media library without re-uploading, this plugin fits your workflow.

Installation & Setup

Installation follows the standard WordPress method: upload the bulk-media-register directory to /wp-content/plugins/ and activate it through the Plugins menu. The interface is straightforward for users familiar with server file structures. No complex configuration is required beyond pointing the plugin to the correct directory path on your server.

Support & Community

Support for Bulk Media Register is limited. Over the past two months, there is 1 open support thread with 0 resolved, giving a 0% resolution rate. This is a significant concern for a plugin handling file operations. The 9% one-star rating may reflect frustration with unresolved issues. The plugin is developed and maintained by a single developer, which explains the limited support resources.

Despite the support gaps, the 77% five-star rating indicates the plugin works reliably for most users. If you encounter problems, your best options are the WordPress.org support forums or checking the developer's other plugins, which include "Moving Media Library" and "Media from FTP." For critical sites, test the plugin on a staging environment first.