Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download All WordPress Media Files: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you've been running a WordPress website for some time now, you're likely to have accumulated a significant amount of media files. It is always vital to have a backup of your data to avoid any data loss. So, whether you're looking to clear up some space on your website or just want to keep a local backup of all your media files, you're in the right place.

In this post, we'll show you how to download all of your WordPress media files with just a few easy steps.

Step 1: Install and Activate "Export Media Library"

First, you need to install and activate the "Export Media Library" plugin. This free plugin allows you to export all your media files in one go.

To install it, go to your WordPress admin dashboard, click on "Plugins" and then on "Add New." Search for "Export Media Library," install it, and activate it.

Step 2: Export Media Library

Once the plugin is activated, go to "Media Library" and click on "Export." You'll see the "Export Media" page, where you can choose your export options.

You'll need to select the export format. You can choose between CSV or XML. CSV is a better option if you simply want a quick overview of your media library data. On the other hand, XML is recommended if you're looking to move your media files to another WordPress website.

Next, select the date range that includes all the media files you want to export.

After selecting the export format and date range, click on "Export."

The plugin will now create a file containing all of your media files, which you can download from your WordPress admin dashboard.

Step 3: Download the Media Library Export File

To download the media file, go to "Media -> Export" in your WordPress dashboard. Locate the file you want to download and click on "Download" to start the download process.

Conclusion

That's all there is to it! You have successfully exported and downloaded all your WordPress media files using the Export Media Library plugin. Now, you can rest assured that you have a backup of all your media files and can use them for whatever you need.