Sanitize and rename automatically media files during upload using PHP time() as prefix and the file name encrypted in MD5() as suffix.
As of April 2026, MD5 Media Renamer is a WordPress media plugin with 400 active installations and a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews. It has been downloaded 5.8K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.0+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Last updated 12 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Safe SVG.
MD5 Media Renamer will automatically rename and convert to lower case your media file during the upload process using PHP time() stamp as prefix and the file name encrypted in MD5() as suffix in order to keep your upload folder clean and organized. More information can be found at : WP Rename file during upload.
** Supported files Image extension **
** Supported files Document extension **
** Supported files Audio extension **
** Supported files Video extension **
| WordPress | 3.0+ requiredTested up to 3.6.1 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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