Media

Default Featured Image

Set default fallback featured image for posts without one across blog archives, category pages, social sharing, and anywhere featured images display automatically

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Key Features

Set default fallback featured image for posts without one across blog archives, category pages, social sharing, and anywhere featured images display automatically

  • Default featured image assignment
  • Consistent post appearance
  • Fallback image for posts without featured images

Real-World Use Cases

Consistent Blog Archives

Set branded placeholder for 200+ old blog posts missing featured images so archive pages don't show broken image gaps.

Social Share Fallback

Ensure Facebook and Twitter show your logo when posts without featured images are shared instead of blank or random images.

Legacy Content Fixes

Apply default featured image to imported posts from old CMS that didn't have featured image system, avoiding manual assignment.

How to Use

Upload a default featured image in the module settings. This image will be used for posts that don't have a featured image assigned.

Benefits & Impact

Time Savings

Automates manual tasks and streamlines your workflow

Performance Boost

Enhances overall site functionality

Better UX

Enhances media handling and optimization

Easy Maintenance

Simple setup with minimal ongoing maintenance

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