=== MediaSpark - Media Library Organizer ===
Contributors: aacers, yourusername
Donate link: https://example.com/donate
Tags: media folders, media library organizer, media tags, alt text, seo, bulk edit
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.8.2
Stable tag: 1.7.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Best Free WordPress Media Organizer Plugin: Unlimited folders & tags, auto alt text for SEO, bulk editing, and analytics.

== Description ==

**MediaSpark** transforms your chaotic WordPress media library into a perfectly organized, SEO-optimized powerhouse — **100% free**.

Key Features:
- Unlimited hierarchical folders (virtual – no file moving)
- Media tags for advanced filtering
- Auto-generate alt text & tags from filename on upload
- Bulk edit folders, tags, and alt text (up to 50 items in list view)
- SEO analytics: unused media, missing alt texts, folder stats
- Filter media by folder/tag directly in the Media Library
- Sortable "Count" column in folder/tag admin screens
- Fast, lightweight, fully compatible with Gutenberg, Elementor, Divi, WooCommerce

No physical folders. No broken URLs. Just pure organization.

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Upgrade to **MediaSpark Pro** for unlimited bulk edits, grid mode editing, AI alt text, image compression, watermarking & more.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `mediaspark` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Go to **Media > MediaSpark** to configure settings and view analytics
4. Use the Media Library filters and bulk actions to organize!

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Are folders real or virtual? =
Virtual taxonomies — file URLs never change. 100% safe and fast.

= Can I bulk edit in grid view? =
Free: List view only (50 items). Pro: Grid + list, unlimited.

= Is it compatible with page builders? =
Yes! Works perfectly with Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder, Brizy, etc.

= How does auto alt text work? =
Takes the first two words from the filename (after removing dashes/underscores).

== Changelog ==

= 1.7.0 - December 12, 2025 =
* Tested with WordPress 6.8.2
* Removed all external tracking/pings (clean & privacy-focused)
* Improved REST API support for folders & tags
* Modernized code for PHP 8.2+ compatibility
* Better bulk action handling
* Enhanced security & sanitization
* Updated UI styling for WordPress 6.7+

= 1.6.4 =
* Previous version with tracking (now removed)

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.7.0 =
Major cleanup: All external tracking removed. Updated for WordPress 6.8+. Safe to upgrade!