How FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders & File Manager Affects Your WordPress Speed

B-

Estimated Speed Score

+1 ms

TTFB Impact

+2 MB

Memory Impact

DB Queries

Low impact

Plugin Overview

Active Installs200K+

Rating4.7/5 (1,103)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Last UpdatedJan 12, 2026

Downloads6.2M+

AuthorNinja Team

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders & File Manager receives an estimated speed score of B-. Our real benchmark tests measured the following impact when activating this plugin:

TTFB impact: +1 ms
Memory impact: +2.0 MB
Additional DB queries: +5

Overall activation impact: low. This plugin adds minimal overhead to your WordPress site.

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2026-01-12. Trusted by 200K+ active installations.

Benchmark data measured in an isolated Docker environment (WordPress 6.8, PHP 8.3, GeneratePress). See our full methodology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders & File Manager slow down WordPress?

FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders & File Manager has an estimated speed score of B-. It has a moderate impact. Monitor your site speed after installation.

Is FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders & File Manager still maintained?

FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders & File Manager was last updated on 2026-01-12. It has 200K+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

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