Description

The Unsplash add-on connects the public image library from Unsplash to Ultimate Member forms, adding a search tab directly in the profile photo and cover photo upload field of the member. Built for communities, internal social networks, and professional directories, the component eliminates the need to download and re-upload files, with keyword search that returns thousands of free photos and automatically assigns credit to the original author.

Key Features of Unsplash

  • Integrated profile search
    Adds an Unsplash tab inside the Ultimate Member profile photo field.
  • Cover image selection
    Enables choosing a cover photo from Unsplash’s public collection.
  • Keyword search
    Filters results in real time based on the term typed by the member.
  • Automatic credit to the author
    Inserts attribution to the original photographer according to the Unsplash API requirements.
  • Fits into UM forms
    Works within the registration and profile editing forms that are already set up.

Benefits of Unsplash

  • Faster member signup
    Reduces friction in the upload step, increasing the registration completion rate.
  • Profiles always with an image
    Prevents empty avatars even when the user doesn’t have their own photo on hand.
  • Consistent visual identity
    Standardizes the look of profiles and covers with a high-quality photo library.
  • Less load on the server
    Reduces local storage usage by referencing externally hosted images.

Who Is Unsplash Intended For?

  • Anyone running communities and private social networks in Ultimate Member and wants visually consistent profiles.
  • For those who operate professional directories, coaches, or creators who need an attractive cover without producing their own.
  • Anyone who wants to reduce member signup friction by offering a ready-to-use photo library during signup.

How to Download Unsplash

Unsplash is available for download here on Ultrapack. After receiving the .zip file, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin in the WordPress admin panel, select the package, and activate it. Remember to have Ultimate Member already installed, since image search appears in the profile photo and cover fields only after activating the base plugin.

By adding direct access to the Unsplash collection inside Ultimate Member forms, the component solves a classic bottleneck for communities: users who abandon signup during the upload step. The result is a network with filled profiles, a harmonious visual look, and zero additional effort for moderation or your own image library.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ultimate Member Unsplash GPL-licensed?

Yes. Ultimate Member Unsplash is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use Ultimate Member Unsplash on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install Ultimate Member Unsplash on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.

How much does Ultimate Member Unsplash cost at Ultrapack?

Ultimate Member Unsplash costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does Ultimate Member Unsplash include updates?

Yes. The current version of Ultimate Member Unsplash is 2.1.4, published at Ultrapack on Oct 8, 2025. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is Ultimate Member Unsplash scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of Ultimate Member Unsplash goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.