mcmwebsol

Protects uploaded files so they can only be viewed by logged-in users
This plugin does not work with the media library. It only protects files uploaded through the plugin itself.
Requires a web server that supports .htaccess files for access control, such as Apache on Linux. Please note that even Apache on Linux 
disables .htaccess files in newer versions in some configurations, so please check to make sure your files aren’t publicly accessible. 
You can test that your files are protected by using the wp-content/uploads/ path or 
 by using the “Test link security” link on the “List all protected uploads” page. You should receive a 403 Forbidden error 
 if it’s working correctly.
This plugin does not collect any private data itself though it’s possible logged-in users may upload private data to your website using this plugin.
PRO SUPPORT 
While we attempt to provide basic support for this plugin here on the WordPress.org forums, for advanced or priority support please use the pro version. 
The <a href="https://www.mcmwebsite.com/mcm-protected-file-view-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">pro version</a> also adds per user role file permissions, so, for instance, you can have a file that’s only accessible to a premium role, while not accessible to a basic role.

MCM Protected File View

Protects uploaded files so they can only be viewed by logged-in users

Marco Milesi

WP Attachments enhances the download experience and file management in WordPress. It automatically displays attachments in your posts and pages, so you don’t need to manually insert download links. 
Easily attach, unattach, or reattach files directly from the media library.
Key Features: 
– 🤖 Automatically displays attachments after post content 
– ℹ️ Backend metabox for managing attachments 
– 🔃 Quick Attach, Unattach, and Reattach actions in the Media Library 
– 🔢 Download counter with anti-spam and logged-in user filtering 
– 🧑‍💻 Developer hooks and filters for customization 
– 🛍️ WooCommerce compatible 
– 🎨 Five icon packs to choose from 
– 📜 Supports posts, pages, and custom post types 
– 🎢 Customizable themes (title, date, size, caption, and more)
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7gf0hxl_z8" rel="nofollow ugc">Video Overview</a>
<h3>Contributions</h3>
<ul>
<li>Part of <a href="http://www.wpgov.it" rel="nofollow ugc">WPGov.it</a>, providing open source solutions for Italian Public Government websites.</li>
<li>Thanks to the Italian community <a href="http://www.porteapertesulweb.it" rel="nofollow ugc">Porte Aperte sul Web</a> for beta testing and ideas.</li>
<li>Metabox based on <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/ij-post-attachments/" rel="ugc">IJ Post Attachments</a></li>
<li>Some icons by <a href="http://p.yusukekamiyamane.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Yusuke Kamiyamane</a>.</li>
</ul>

WP Attachments

Nice and useful plugin. The only downside is that it lacks a setting to show image thumbnails instead of a generic image icon in the edit metabox.

Show thumbnails instead of icons in metabox

A powerful solution to manage and display your WordPress media attachments in posts and pages.

MCM Protected File View vs WP Attachments