Simple File List is a powerful WordPress file manager. Publish a file library anywhere on your site — let users browse, download, upload, share and pl …

Mitchell Bennis

<p><strong>Simple File List is the easiest way to add a fully functional file manager to your WordPress website.</strong> Drop the shortcode <code>[eeSFL]</code> on any page and your visitors instantly get a clean, browsable file library — complete with thumbnails, descriptions, an inline media player, email file sharing, and optional file uploading. You can control exactly who can see and manage files based on their WordPress role.</p>
<p>Stop wrestling with clumsy FTP clients or third-party cloud storage to exchange files with clients and colleagues. Simple File List keeps everything on your own server, where you own your data.</p>
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<h3>Why Simple File List?</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>One shortcode, instant file manager</strong> — <code>[eeSFL]</code> is all you need to deploy a fully featured file library.</li>
<li><strong>Separate from the Media Library</strong> — your files stay organized and out of the way.</li>
<li><strong>Role-based access</strong> — show the file manager to everyone, only logged-in users, only admins, or no one.</li>
<li><strong>Your data, your server</strong> — no third-party cloud storage, no monthly SaaS fees.</li>
<li><strong>Works on managed WordPress hosts</strong> — fully compatible with Pressable, Kinsta, WP Engine and similar environments.</li>
<li><strong>PHP 8.5 approved</strong> and actively maintained.</li>
</ul>
<h3>File Manager Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Add, rename, delete and edit file descriptions from both the front end and the WordPress admin.</li>
<li>Three display styles: <strong>Table</strong>, <strong>Tiles</strong> or <strong>Flex</strong> — pick the look that fits your site.</li>
<li>Light theme, dark theme, or bring your own CSS — fully customizable.</li>
<li>Show file name, date, size and auto-generated thumbnails for PDFs, images and videos.</li>
<li>Give any file a friendly <strong>display name</strong> (Nice Name) that can contain characters not allowed in real file names.</li>
<li>Add descriptions to files; optionally display them in the file manager.</li>
<li>Sort by name, date added, date modified or file size — ascending or descending.</li>
<li><strong>Inline Media Player</strong> — audio and video files play directly in the browser without leaving the page.</li>
<li><strong>Email File Sharing</strong> — let users send a file link by email straight from the file manager.</li>
<li><strong>Bulk File Management</strong> — select multiple files at once and apply a description, download as a zip archive, or delete them all using the File Ops Bar.</li>
<li><strong>Custom File Directory</strong> — define any path on your server as the file manager’s storage directory.</li>
<li>Optionally allow front-end users to rename, send, delete and edit files themselves.</li>
<li>Includes custom action hooks: Uploaded, Added, Removed, Deleted, Edited, Listed, Loaded, Scanned.</li>
</ul>
<h3>This Plugin is Perfect For:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sharing contracts, reports or official documents with clients.</li>
<li>Building an internal document library for your team or organization.</li>
<li>Distributing class materials, course downloads or e-learning resources.</li>
<li>Hosting an archive of audio, video, PDF or other downloadable files.</li>
<li>Replacing FTP or Dropbox for exchanging large files with non-technical clients.</li>
<li>Any situation where files are too large or too numerous for email attachments.</li>
</ul>
<h3>File Upload Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Simple, reliable uploader that works on mobile devices too.</li>
<li>Drag-and-drop upload zone with a real-time progress bar.</li>
<li>Allow uploads by everyone, logged-in users only, admins only, or disable entirely.</li>
<li>Restrict accepted file types and maximum file size.</li>
<li>Limit the number of files per submission.</li>
<li>Email notification each time a file is uploaded.</li>
<li>Optionally collect the uploader’s name, email and a file description.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Internationalized</h3>
<ul>
<li>cz_CZ – Czech (Czech Republic)</li>
<li>da_DK – Danish (Denmark)</li>
<li>de_DE – German (Germany)</li>
<li>es_ES – Spanish (Spain)</li>
<li>es_MX – Spanish (Mexico)</li>
<li>fr_CA – French (Canada)</li>
<li>fr_FR – French (France)</li>
<li>fr_BE – French (Belgium)</li>
<li>it_IT – Italian (Italy)</li>
<li>nl_NL – Dutch (Netherlands)</li>
<li>pt_BR – Portuguese (Brazil)</li>
<li>pt_PT – Portuguese (Portugal)</li>
<li>sv_SE – Swedish (Sweden)</li>
</ul>
<h3>Plus</h3>
<ul>
<li>Lightweight and easy to style — override any CSS to match your theme.</li>
<li>Committed, responsive support directly from the developer.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Try the Demo</h3>
<p><a href="https://free.simplefilelist.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Simple File List Demo</a></p>
<h3>Upgrade to PRO — Add Sub-Folder Support</h3>
<p>Take your file manager to the next level with unlimited folder hierarchies:</p>
<ul>
<li>Create unlimited levels of sub-folders.</li>
<li>Use a shortcode attribute to display any specific folder: <strong>[eeSFL folder=”folderA/folderB”]</strong></li>
<li>Display different folders in different places on your site — even multiple folders on the same page.</li>
<li>Front-end users cannot navigate above the folder you specify.</li>
<li>Breadcrumb navigation shows exactly where you are.</li>
<li>Easily move files and folders as needed.</li>
<li>Rename folders and add descriptions that appear in the file manager.</li>
<li>Delete any folder along with all of its contents in one click.</li>
<li>Sort folders first, or sort them together with files.</li>
<li>Optionally display folder sizes.</li>
<li>Define a custom file manager directory anywhere on your server.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://get.simplefilelist.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Get Simple File List Pro</a></p>
<h3>PRO Extensions</h3>
<h3>File Access Manager</h3>
<p>Lock down your files so only the right people can see them:</p>
<ul>
<li>Prevent direct file URL access — files are only reachable through the file manager.</li>
<li>Limit access to logged-in users; specify a minimum role or an exact role match.</li>
<li>Create a private file manager for a specific WordPress user or a group of users.</li>
<li>Independently control upload permissions and front-end file management per access mode.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Five access modes:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Normal Mode</strong> — No restrictions. Files are viewable by anyone who can reach the page and may be linked to from outside your site.</p>
<p><strong>Limited Mode</strong> — Restrict access to WordPress users with a specified role or higher.</p>
<p><strong>Group Mode</strong> — Restrict access to a defined group of WordPress users.</p>
<p><strong>User Mode</strong> — Restrict access to a single specific WordPress user.</p>
<p><strong>Restricted Mode</strong> — Restrict all files by default; grant access to specific files for specific users or roles.</p>
<h3>Search & Pagination</h3>
<ul>
<li>Adds a search bar and pagination to any file manager instance.</li>
<li>Search by file name and/or date within the current folder and sub-folders.</li>
<li>Pagination keeps large file libraries fast and easy to navigate.</li>
<li>Configure files per page, and show or hide search and pagination independently.</li>
<li>Shortcode attributes for full control: <strong>[eeSFL search=”YES/NO” paged=”YES/NO” filecount=”25″]</strong></li>
<li>Place a standalone search form anywhere on your site: <strong>[eeSFLS permalink=’file-list-url’]</strong></li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://simplefilelist.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">More Information</a> | <a href="https://demo.simplefilelist.com/add-search-and-pagination/" rel="nofollow ugc">Try the Demo</a></p>
<h3>Tools Extension</h3>
<p>The Tools extension adds a suite of utility features for power users and site administrators:</p>
<ul>
<li>Additional administrative tools for managing and maintaining your file library.</li>
<li>Designed to complement the core file manager with advanced housekeeping capabilities.</li>
</ul>
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