daymobrew

<p>Limit access to specified media files to logged in users. Very simple interface with no unnecessary features.</p>
<p>Create a new ‘Download’ post, give it a title and upload a file for it. Files are stored in a protected directory under wp-content/uploads. This prevents anyone from accessing a file, even if they have the url.</p>
<p>Access is via a custom download url that can be copied from the plugin’s admin screen.</p>
<p>Downloads can be assigned categories though these are for site admin organisation use and are not used in the custom url.</p>
<p>The download url is not the url of the file; it is a custom url with the post ID. This allows you update the downloadable file without having to change the download url.</p>
<p>The plugin is enabled for translation.</p>
<p>If you find a bug, have a feature request or want to translate the plugin, please create an issue via the plugin’s <a href="https://github.com/damiencarbery/downloads-for-logged-in-users/issues" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub repository</a>.</p>
<p>You can also <a href="https://www.damiencarbery.com/contact/" rel="nofollow ugc">contact me on my website</a>.</p>
<h3>ToDo</h3>
<ul>
<li>Change list view Download link to a link (to allow right click Copy Link) though block left click with JavaScript.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Developer information</h3>
<p>The access can be changed with the ‘<em>liudownload_check_perms</em>‘ filter, returning true to allow the download.<br />
For example:</p>
<pre><code><?php
// If the download ID is 1 then allow the download.
add_filter( 'liudownload_check_perms', 'my_download_perms_check', 10, 2 );
function my_download_perms_check( $user_logged_in, $download_id ) {
    if ( 1 == $download_id ) { return true; }

    return $user_logged_in;
}
</code></pre>
<p>After a file has been downloaded the ‘<em>liudownload_after_download</em>‘ action runs. This could allow tracking of downloads.<br />
For example:</p>
<pre><code><?php
add_action( 'liudownload_after_download', 'note_downloads' );
function note_downloads( $download_id ) {
    $download_count = get_post_meta( $download_id, 'dl_count', true );
    if ( $download_count ) {
        $download_count++;
    } else {
        $download_count = 1;
    }
    update_post_meta( $download_id, 'dl_count', $download_count );
}
</code></pre>


Downloads for logged in users

Limit access to specified media files to logged in users. Very simple interface with no unnecessary features.

mutendebrian

Noptin Newsletter Team

<p><strong>A simple WordPress download manager for secure file sharing, access control, and download tracking — perfect for digital products.</strong><br />
★★★★★</p>
<p>Do you need a simple yet powerful way to manage file downloads on your WordPress site? This plugin makes it easy to upload, organize, and control access to downloadable files of any type. Whether you are sharing free resources, selling digital products, or delivering private documents, this plugin gives you full control over who can download your files and when.</p>
<p>With unlimited downloads, flexible restrictions, and detailed tracking, you can confidently provide files to your audience while keeping them secure.</p>
<h3>Key Features</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Add unlimited downloadable files</strong> – Add and manage as many downloadable files as you need, with no limits.</li>
<li><strong>Password Protection</strong> – Protect individual files with custom passwords so only authorized users can access them.</li>
<li><strong>Restrict downloads to specific user roles</strong> – Control file access based on WordPress user roles, ensuring that only administrators, editors, subscribers, or custom roles can download.</li>
<li><strong>Restrict downloads to specific IP addresses</strong> – Restrict downloads to specific IP addresses to prevent abuse or unauthorized sharing.</li>
<li><strong>Restrict downloads to specific users</strong> – Assign downloads to specific registered users for secure, private file delivery.</li>
<li><strong>Restrict downloads to newsletter subscribers</strong> – Restrict downloads to Noptin newsletter subscriber, making it an excellent tool for lead generation.</li>
<li><strong>Track file downloads</strong> – Track every file download with detailed statistics, helping you understand how your files are being accessed.</li>
<li><strong>Simple Management</strong> – A user-friendly interface makes uploading and managing files straightforward, even for beginners.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Why Use This Plugin?</h3>
<p>Managing downloads manually in WordPress can be difficult. Links can be shared publicly, access can’t easily be restricted, and tracking is limited. This plugin solves those problems by giving you advanced tools to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Protect digital products such as <strong>software, themes, and plugins</strong>.</li>
<li>Share private <strong>PDF documents, contracts, or reports</strong> securely with clients.</li>
<li>Provide exclusive resources like <strong>eBooks, whitepapers, and templates</strong> to email subscribers.</li>
<li>Control access to files for <strong>membership sites and online courses</strong>.</li>
<li>Monitor and analyze download activity to make better business decisions.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Benefits for Your Website</h3>
<p>By installing this plugin, you’ll be able to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Grow your email list by offering subscriber-only downloads.</li>
<li>Monetize your website by controlling access to premium resources.</li>
<li>Increase security by preventing unauthorized downloads and link sharing.</li>
<li>Gain insights into how your downloads are performing.</li>
</ul>
<p>Whether you’re a blogger, developer, marketer, educator, or business owner, this plugin gives you all the tools you need to manage file downloads effectively in WordPress.</p>
<p>Take control of your downloads today and provide a seamless, secure experience for your users.</p>
<h3>S3 Sync Configuration</h3>
<p>The plugin supports automatic syncing of uploaded files to S3-compatible storage services like Amazon S3 and Cloudflare R2.</p>
<p>To enable this feature, define the following constants in your <code>wp-config.php</code> file:</p>
<pre><code>// Required constants
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_ENDPOINT', 'https://{$bucket}.s3.{$region}.amazonaws.com' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_ACCESS_KEY', 'your-access-key' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_SECRET_KEY', 'your-secret-key' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_BUCKET', 'your-bucket-name' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_REGION', 'your-bucket-region' );
</code></pre>
<h4>How it works</h4>
<p>When the S3 credentials are configured:<br />
– Files uploaded to the <code>wp-content/uploads/hizzle_uploads/</code> directory are automatically synced to your S3-compatible storage<br />
– Files are organized by hostname (e.g., <code>my-site.com/path/to/file.zip</code>)<br />
– The sync happens automatically when downloads are created or updated</p>
<h4>Cloudflare R2 Example</h4>
<p>Set you Clouflare details as shown below:-</p>
<pre><code>define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_ACCESS_KEY', 'your-r2-access-key' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_SECRET_KEY', 'your-r2-secret-key' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_BUCKET', 'your-bucket-name' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_ENDPOINT', 'https://your-account-id.r2.cloudflarestorage.com/your-bucket-name' );
</code></pre>
<h4>DigitalOcean Spaces Example</h4>
<p>Set your DigitalOcean Spaces details as shown below:-</p>
<pre><code>define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_ACCESS_KEY', 'your-spaces-access-key' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_SECRET_KEY', 'your-spaces-secret-key' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_BUCKET', 'your-space-name' );
define( 'HIZZLE_DOWNLOADS_S3_ENDPOINT', 'https://your-space-name.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com' );
</code></pre>


Simple Download Manager – Hizzle Downloads

Easily add, restrict, and track digital downloads in WordPress — protect files with passwords, user roles, IPs, or subscriber access.

Downloads for logged in users vs Simple Download Manager – Hizzle Downloads