Hardik Raval

Ankit Patel

<p><strong>Secure Private Files</strong> allows you to securely manage and share private files with selected users or user roles in WordPress.</p>
<p>Files are protected using <strong>unique token-based URLs</strong>, ensuring they cannot be accessed without proper permission. You can define <strong>who can download each file</strong>, set an <strong>expiry date</strong>, and track <strong>download activity</strong>.</p>
<p>This plugin is ideal for:<br />
– Membership sites<br />
– Client portals<br />
– Secure document sharing<br />
– Restricted downloads<br />
– Private resources for logged-in users</p>
<h3>Key Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Secure token-based file access (no public URLs)</li>
<li>Assign files to <strong>specific users</strong></li>
<li>Allow access by <strong>user roles</strong></li>
<li>Optional <strong>expiry date</strong> for each file</li>
<li>Logged-in user verification</li>
<li>Download activity logging (user, IP, date)</li>
<li>Dedicated <strong>Private Files</strong> custom post type</li>
<li>Media library integration for file selection</li>
<li>AJAX-powered user search (Select2)</li>
<li>Frontend shortcode to list accessible files</li>
<li>Works with any WordPress theme</li>
<li>No third-party dependency required</li>
</ul>
<h3>How It Works</h3>
<ol>
<li>Admin creates a <strong>Private File</strong> post</li>
<li>Uploads or selects a file from Media Library</li>
<li>Assigns allowed users and/or roles</li>
<li>(Optional) Sets an expiry date</li>
<li>Plugin generates a secure download token</li>
<li>Authorized users can download the file using the secure link</li>
</ol>
<h3>Shortcodes</h3>
<p><strong>List logged-in user’s available private files</strong><br />
[secure_files]</p>
<p>Displays only files the current user is allowed to access.</p>


Secure Private Files

Secure private file access with expiry, role-based permissions, token-based URLs, and detailed download logs.

Freemius

comdev

<p>Comdev Downloads offers a user-friendly interface for uploading and managing downloadable file packages (grouping multiple files into Download Lists). Easily insert these download lists into posts and pages, set download expiration dates, and manage file versions seamlessly.</p>
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Group files into a downloadable list to save space on your page. Reuse the same files to create download packages that share common sub-files, optimizing storage and organization.</li>
<li>Add, edit, and remove downloads effortlessly within a familiar WordPress interface. Manage your downloads just like you would your posts.</li>
<li>Fully compatible with Gutenberg, allowing you to easily insert shortcodes directly into your Gutenberg blocks.</li>
<li>Modify the display of download links using customizable template files.</li>
<li>Files versions support</li>
<li>Organize your downloads by categorizing, tagging, and adding metadata.</li>
<li>Display download links on the frontend using shortcodes.</li>
<li>Downloads Exclusive to Members: Users Must Log In to Access Your Files.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Documentation</h4>
<p>Explore our documentation and knowledge base at: https://wiki.comdev.eu/books/wordpress-plugins, where you’ll find comprehensive guidance on setting up and utilizing Comdev Downloads effectively.</p>


Comdev Downloads


Comdev Downloads is an excellent plugin that makes it easy to add downloads to your blog page. I particularly appreciate the option to link multiple files to a single package.


Comdev Downloads is a powerful plugin for uploading, managing, and tracking download packages, as well as displaying download links.

Secure Private Files vs Comdev Downloads