Introduction #

Adding and optimizing images and media is essential for making your website visually appealing and engaging. This guide will walk you through uploading, managing, and optimizing media for the best performance.

Step 1: Access the Media Library #

1️⃣ Log in to your website and go to the WordPress Dashboard.
2️⃣ Click on Media > Library from the left-hand menu.
3️⃣ Here, you’ll see all the images, videos, and files uploaded to your site.

Step 2: Uploading New Images & Media #

1️⃣ Click Add New at the top of the Media Library.

2️⃣ Drag and drop files into the upload area or click Select Files to choose from your computer.

3️⃣ Wait for the upload to complete, then click on an image to edit its details.

Step 3: Optimizing Images for Performance #

✅ Use Proper Image Formats – JPG for photos, PNG for transparency, WebP for better performance.
✅ Compress Images – Use tools like TinyPNG or Smush to reduce file size without quality loss.
✅ Resize Images Before Uploading – Avoid uploading unnecessarily large images (e.g., 1200x800px max for most uses).
✅ Use Descriptive File Names – Helps with SEO and organization (e.g., “product-name.jpg” instead of “IMG001.jpg”).

Step 4: Editing Images in WordPress #

1️⃣ Click on any image in the Media Library.

2️⃣ Edit Title, Caption, Alt Text, and Description for better accessibility and SEO.

3️⃣ Click Edit Image to crop, rotate, or scale the image.

4️⃣ Click Update to save changes.

Step 5: Adding Images to a Page or Post #

1️⃣ Open the page or post where you want to add an image.

2️⃣ Click Add Media above the content editor.

3️⃣ Select an image from the Media Library or upload a new one.

4️⃣ Adjust alignment, size, and link settings.

5️⃣ Click Insert into Page to add the image.

Step 6: Managing Videos & Other Media #

🔹 Upload videos sparingly—use YouTube or Vimeo embeds instead of large uploads to save bandwidth.
🔹 Use PDFs & Documents – Upload PDFs via the Media Library and link them in posts or pages.
🔹 Limit File Size – Large media files can slow down your site; optimize before uploading.

Common Issues & Fixes #

🔹 Image Not Uploading? – Check file size limits and format compatibility.
🔹 Blurry Images? – Ensure they are uploaded in high resolution but optimized for web use.
🔹 Slow Load Times? – Compress images and enable caching for better performance.

Need Help? #

For any media-related issues, our support team is here to assist. 📌 Contact Support

Next Steps #

Now that you can manage images and media, learn how to keep your website secure! 📌 Read: Keeping Your Website Secure & Up to Date