Securely download S3 files via short-lived, presigned URLs. No AWS SDK required. Includes 1-Click AWS Setup.

contentsentinel

<p>Content Sentinel is a powerful WordPress plugin that enables secure, time-limited access to files stored in AWS S3 or S3-compatible storage providers (like Wasabi, DigitalOcean Spaces, and Backblaze B2). Perfect for protecting premium content, course materials, digital products, and media files.</p>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Secure File Delivery</strong>: Generate presigned URLs that expire automatically, ensuring your files remain protected</li>
<li><strong>S3 Browser</strong>: Browse your S3 bucket directly from WordPress admin (Pro feature)</li>
<li><strong>S3 Compatible</strong>: Works with AWS S3, Wasabi, DigitalOcean Spaces, Backblaze B2, and other S3-compatible providers</li>
<li><strong>Clean URLs</strong>: Use shortcodes to generate clean, user-friendly download links instead of long presigned URLs</li>
<li><strong>No AWS SDK Required</strong>: Pure PHP implementation – no external dependencies</li>
<li><strong>Easy Setup</strong>: One-click AWS CloudFormation setup or manual configuration</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Delivery Modes</strong>: Force download or stream/play in browser (Pro feature)</li>
<li><strong>Custom Denial Messages</strong>: Customize access denied messages (Pro feature)</li>
</ul>
<h4>How It Works</h4>
<ol>
<li><strong>Configure Your Storage</strong>: Connect to your AWS S3 bucket or S3-compatible provider</li>
<li><strong>Generate Secure Links</strong>: Use the shortcode <code>[content_sentinel_url key="/path/to/file.mp4"]</code> to create secure download links</li>
<li><strong>Automatic Expiration</strong>: Links expire after a set time (default: 10 minutes, configurable)</li>
<li><strong>Protect Your Content</strong>: Files are never directly accessible – users must go through WordPress authentication</li>
</ol>
<h4>Use Cases</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Course Platforms</strong>: Deliver course videos and materials securely</li>
<li><strong>Digital Products</strong>: Protect downloadable products and resources</li>
<li><strong>Membership Sites</strong>: Control access to premium content</li>
<li><strong>Media Libraries</strong>: Securely serve large video/audio files</li>
<li><strong>Document Sharing</strong>: Share sensitive documents with time-limited access</li>
</ul>
<h4>Pro Features (Content Sentinel Pro)</h4>
<p>Upgrade to Content Sentinel Pro for advanced features:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Access Control</strong>: Integrate with MemberPress, Paid Memberships Pro, or WordPress Roles</li>
<li><strong>Download Limiting</strong>: Set per-user and per-IP download limits</li>
<li><strong>Download Logging</strong>: Track all download attempts with detailed logs</li>
<li><strong>Custom Expiration</strong>: Override default expiration times per file</li>
<li><strong>S3 Browser</strong>: Browse, navigate, and manage files directly in WordPress</li>
<li><strong>Enhanced Video Player</strong>: Professional video player with speed controls and Picture-in-Picture</li>
<li><strong>File Access Rules</strong>: Set granular permissions for individual files</li>
<li><strong>Export/Import Rules</strong>: Backup and restore your access control settings</li>
<li>**Coming Soon – Google Cloud Services – S3.</li>
<li>**Coming Soon – Visual Controls for the Enhanced Video Player.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Technical Details</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Pure PHP</strong>: No external dependencies or AWS SDK required</li>
<li><strong>AWS Signature Version 4</strong>: Industry-standard security for S3 requests</li>
<li><strong>WordPress Native</strong>: Uses WordPress APIs and follows WordPress coding standards</li>
<li><strong>Performance Optimized</strong>: Caching and efficient URL generation</li>
<li><strong>Security First</strong>: Input sanitization, nonce verification, and capability checks</li>
</ul>
<h4>Service Disclosure</h4>
<p>This plugin relies on Amazon Web Services (AWS) to store and retrieve files as well as other<br />
S3 compliant services digitalocean, backblaze b2, Wasabi.</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://aws.amazon.com/privacy/" rel="nofollow ugc">AWS Privacy Policy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.digitalocean.com/legal/privacy-policy/" rel="nofollow ugc">DO Privacy Policy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.backblaze.com/company/policy/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">B2 Privacy Policy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://wasabi.com/legal/privacy-policy/" rel="nofollow ugc">Wasabi Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Support</h3>
<p>For support, feature requests, and bug reports, please visit:<br />
* Website: https://content-sentinel.com<br />
* Support: support@content-sentinel.com<br />
* Documentation: https://content-sentinel.com/docs</p>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<p>Content Sentinel: Secure Downloads is developed by Content Sentinel.<br />
Special thanks to the WordPress community and all contributors.</p>


Alternatives to Content Sentinel: Secure Downloads

Top alternatives