G.Maccario

<p>Transform your WordPress site into a powerful lead generation machine. Protect your valuable digital assets while growing your email list automatically.</p>
<p><strong>Lead Magnet Locker</strong> is the simple yet powerful solution for WordPress users who want to exchange valuable content for email addresses. Whether you’re offering eBooks, templates, guides, or any digital download, this plugin creates a secure gateway that protects your files while building your audience.</p>
<p>Unlike other complex lead generation tools, Lead Magnet Locker focuses on doing one thing exceptionally well: turning visitors into subscribers through irresistible content offers.</p>
<h3>Why Choose Lead Magnet Locker?</h3>
<h4>Security-First Approach</h4>
<p>Your files are stored in a protected directory that prevents direct access. Only users who provide their email address receive a unique, time-tracked download link.</p>
<h4>Dead Simple Setup</h4>
<p>Install, upload your files, add a shortcode. That’s it. No complicated configurations or technical knowledge required.</p>
<h4>Complete Control</h4>
<p>Set exactly when your offers are available with our powerful scheduling system. Perfect for limited-time promotions or coordinated marketing campaigns.</p>
<h4>Detailed Analytics</h4>
<p>Track every interaction with comprehensive reporting. See who downloaded what and when, monitor conversion rates, and optimize your lead magnets based on real data.</p>
<h4>Professional Presentation</h4>
<p>Clean, responsive forms that match your site’s design and convert visitors into subscribers without looking spammy or pushy.</p>
<h3>Perfect For</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Content Creators</strong> offering free resources to build their audience</li>
<li><strong>Course Creators</strong> providing sample materials or bonus content</li>
<li><strong>Agencies</strong> collecting leads through valuable templates and guides</li>
<li><strong>Bloggers</strong> growing their email list with exclusive downloads</li>
<li><strong>Small Businesses</strong> capturing leads with helpful resources</li>
<li><strong>Marketing Teams</strong> running time-sensitive campaigns</li>
</ul>
<h3>Features</h3>
<h3>Core Functionality</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Secure File Protection</strong>: Files stored in protected directories with server-level access control</li>
<li><strong>Email Validation</strong>: Built-in verification ensures you collect valid email addresses</li>
<li><strong>Unique Download Links</strong>: Every download gets a secure, trackable URL</li>
<li><strong>Responsive Design</strong>: Forms look great on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices</li>
<li><strong>AJAX-Powered</strong>: Smooth user experience without page reloads</li>
</ul>
<h3>Advanced Scheduling</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Date Range Control</strong>: Set start and end dates for your campaigns</li>
<li><strong>Time-Based Restrictions</strong>: Control daily availability windows</li>
<li><strong>Timezone Support</strong>: Respects your WordPress timezone settings</li>
<li><strong>Real-Time Status</strong>: See instantly if your forms are currently active</li>
</ul>
<h3>Comprehensive Analytics</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Download Tracking</strong>: Monitor every file request and completion</li>
<li><strong>Email Collection</strong>: Build a database of interested prospects</li>
<li><strong>Conversion Metrics</strong>: Track success rates and optimize performance</li>
<li><strong>Search & Filter</strong>: Find specific records quickly</li>
<li><strong>Export Capabilities</strong>: Access your data when you need it</li>
</ul>
<h3>Administrative Power</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Clean Dashboard</strong>: Overview of all your lead magnets and performance</li>
<li><strong>Bulk Management</strong>: Handle multiple campaigns efficiently</li>
<li><strong>File Management</strong>: Easy upload and organization system</li>
<li><strong>User-Friendly Interface</strong>: Intuitive controls that make sense</li>
</ul>
<h3>Usage</h3>
<h3>Basic Implementation</h3>
<p>Add this shortcode anywhere you want to display a lead capture form:<br />
    <code>[lead_magnet file="your-guide.pdf"]</code></p>
<h3>Customization Options</h3>
<p>Make it your own with these parameters:<br />
    <code>[lead_magnet file="marketing-guide.pdf" title="Get Your Free Marketing Guide" description="Join 5,000+ marketers who use this proven framework" button_text="Download Now"]</code></p>
<p><strong>Available Parameters:</strong><br />
* <code>file</code> (required): Filename in your <code>lead-magnet-files</code> directory<br />
* <code>title</code>: Custom headline for your form<br />
* <code>description</code>: Compelling description of your offer<br />
* <code>button_text</code>: Call-to-action button text</p>
<h3>File Management</h3>
<p><strong>Supported File Types:</strong><br />
* PDF, ZIP<br />
* Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)<br />
* Images (JPG, PNG, GIF)<br />
* Text files<br />
* Audio (MP3)<br />
* Video (MP4)</p>
<p><strong>Upload Process: **<br />
1. Access your WordPress admin dashboard.<br />
2. Navigate to **Lead Magnet Locker <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> Settings</strong>.<br />
3. Upload your files directly via the file manager.<br />
4. Reference the filename in your shortcode.</p>
<h3>Campaign Scheduling</h3>
<p><strong>Time-Limited Offers:</strong><br />
1. Go to <strong>Lead Magnet <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> Settings</strong>.<br />
2. Enable <strong>Date & Time Trigger</strong>.<br />
3. Set your start and end dates.<br />
4. Configure daily time windows.<br />
5. Your forms automatically appear and disappear.</p>
<p><strong>Use Cases:</strong><br />
* Launch week promotions<br />
* Webinar follow-up resources<br />
* Seasonal content offers<br />
* Product launch campaigns<br />
* Limited-time bonuses</p>
<h3>Analytics & Reporting</h3>
<p><strong>Track Everything:</strong><br />
* Total email submissions<br />
* Unique subscriber count<br />
* Download completion rates<br />
* Individual user activity<br />
* Time-based performance data</p>
<p><strong>Export & Analysis:</strong><br />
* Search records by email or filename<br />
* Filter by date ranges<br />
* Monitor conversion trends<br />
* Identify best-performing content</p>
<h3>Frequently Used Hooks</h3>
<ul>
<li><code>lead_magnet_max_file_size</code> — Filter the max allowed upload size (in bytes).</li>
</ul>
<h3>Privacy</h3>
<p>Lead Magnet Locker is designed with privacy in mind:<br />
* Email addresses are stored securely in your WordPress database.<br />
* No data is transmitted to external services.<br />
* You maintain complete control over subscriber information.<br />
* Compatible with GDPR and privacy regulations.<br />
* Includes proper data handling practices.</p>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<p>Developed for the WordPress community by G.Maccario. Special thanks to all users who provided feedback and feature requests.</p>


Lead Magnet Locker

Securely lock downloads behind email capture. Simple setup, scheduling, analytics, and protected links.

Grant Kimball

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<h3>Usage Notes</h3>
<p><strong>Shortcodes</strong><br />
You may use these shortcodes in your pages, posts and HTML widgets!</p>
<p>[simple_newsletter]<br />
This will display a basic email subscribe form.</p>
<p><strong>Available Options</strong></p>
<p>[simple_newsletter name=”true”]<br />
Set to true to create a “Name” field if you wish to capture the subscribers name as well as email address.</p>
<p>[simple_newsletter title=”My Form Title”]<br />
Gives your form a title. Default displays no title.</p>
<p>[simple_newsletter button=”Go!”]<br />
Changes the text on the button. Default displays “Subscribe”</p>
<p>[simple_newsletter terms=”http://www.someURL.com/terms.html”]<br />
Do you want the subscriber to agree to terms and conditions first? Then enter the URL.</p>
<p>[simple_newsletter terms_text=”I agree to terms & conditions”]<br />
Enter the link text for the terms and conditions link.</p>
<p>[simple_newsletter thanks=”Thank you for subscribing!”]<br />
This is the thank you text that displays after successful submit.</p>
<p><strong>Example of use:</strong></p>
<p>[simple_newsletter name=”true” terms_text=”I agree to the terms and conditions” terms=”http://www.google.com” button=”GoYo!” thanks=”Thank you very much for joining our mailing list!”]</p>
<p><strong>Hardcoded into a Theme</strong></p>
<p><em>Paste this into your theme where you want the form displayed.</em></p>
<pre><code><?php
$snsf_args = array(
"name"=>1,
"title"=>"My New Title",
"button"=>"My New Button",
"terms" => "http://www.google.com",
"terms_text" => "this is my terms text",
"thanks" => "Thank you sooo much!"
);
echo do_newsletter($snsf_args);
?>
</code></pre>


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