Bulk change author for multiple media files, using the default WP Media Library.
As of April 2026, Bulk Change Media Author is a WordPress bulk plugin with 2.0K+ active installations and a 4.9/5 rating from 8 reviews. It has been downloaded 9.8K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 4.7+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2017. Last updated 2 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Downloads are up 11% this week. Top alternative: WP Bulk Delete.
This is a very simple plugin that allows you to bulk change author for media files.
The action is added in the “List” view of the Media Library.
This is a fantastic plugin from a good developer.
As of Sep 2023 it now works with WordPress 6.3.1
I never like to issue SQL updates against a live database. But this plugin offers an easy way to change the author on all media in just a few clicks. It’s a real timesaver.
Thank you.
I used it on WordPress 5.7.1. The plugin does what it should do. I do not want to use the admin user any longer for security reasons. So I assigned all the posts and media file to a different user.
So easy to change ownership of media files now. Great for when you want users of the site to only have access to their own files. Very neat and clear interface when you actually change the ownership of the files.
I can confirm that this plugin works with WordPress 5.4.1. It has a simple job and performs it to my total satisfaction.
This plugin makes what it should do.
| WordPress | 4.7+ requiredTested up to 6.3.8 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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