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<p>I developed the Simple Download Monitor plugin because I needed a nice way to manage my digital downloads and monitor the number of downloads of my files and documents.</p>
<p>This plugin is very useful for managing and tracking your digital file download counts.</p>
<p>You can password protect your downloadable files and documents too (visitors will require a password before downloading the file when you use this option).</p>
<p>You can configure downloadable files from your WordPress admin dashboard via an elegant user interface. Then allow your visitors to download the files and this plugin will monitor which files get downloaded how many times.</p>
<p>The plugin will log the IP addresses of the users who download your digital files and documents. It will also log the date and time of each download.</p>
<p>It has a very user-friendly interface for uploading, managing, monitoring and tracking file downloads.</p>
<p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Simple Download Monitor Plugin Basic Usage" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SjVaanbulRU?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<h4>Simple Download Monitor Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Add, edit and remove downloads from an easy to use interface.</li>
<li>Drag and drop file and document uploads.</li>
<li>Assign categories and tags to your downloadable files and documents.</li>
<li>Rich text editor for editing your download item description.</li>
<li>Use shortcodes to display a download now button on a WordPress post or page.</li>
<li>Show trackable download now buttons for your files anywhere on your site.</li>
<li>Shortcode to create a direct download link for a file. Useful for hotlinking.</li>
<li>Download counter for each file.</li>
<li>Ability to set a download count offset for each file.</li>
<li>Track IP addresses of the users who downloaded your files.</li>
<li>Track date and time of each file downloads.</li>
<li>Track the usernames of the users downloading the files.</li>
<li>Track the User Agent of the visitors downloading the files.</li>
<li>Track the Referrer URL to see which page the downloads are coming from.</li>
<li>Option to setup secure downloads for your files (the URL of the downloadable file will be hidden).</li>
<li>Option to upload a thumbnail image for each of your downloadable files.</li>
<li>Option to use a nice looking template to show your download now buttons.</li>
<li>Ability to search and sort your downloadable files in the admin dashboard.</li>
<li>Ability to create a search page and allow your visitors to search your downloads.</li>
<li>Track the number of downloads for each of your files.</li>
<li>Track the visitors country.</li>
<li>View the daily download counts of your items in a chart.</li>
<li>WordPress Shortcode for embedding a download link for a file.</li>
<li>Tinymce button in the WordPress post/page editor so you can easily add the shortcode.</li>
<li>You can customize the “Download Now” button text of an item to anything you want.</li>
<li>Ability to add the download now buttons to your sidebar widget.</li>
<li>Create password protected download now buttons. Users will only be able to download the file if they enter the correct password. <a href="https://www.tipsandtricks-hq.com/create-a-password-protected-download-file-6838" rel="nofollow ugc">View the tutorial</a></li>
<li>Option to add additional security to your downloadable files with the <a href="https://simple-download-monitor.com/enhanced-file-protection-securing-your-downloads/" rel="nofollow ugc">Enhanced File Protection Feature</a>.</li>
<li>Shortcode to show the download counter of a file. Use it to show off your file download count.</li>
<li>Shortcode to show all the downloads from a particular category.</li>
<li>Shortcode to embed a file tree browser for your downloadable files. The file browser is ajax based and it shows the files structured by categories.</li>
<li>Ability to open the downloads in new browser window or tab. When your users click on a download button, it will open in a new window or tab.</li>
<li>Ability to show your downloads in a grid display. <a href="https://www.tipsandtricks-hq.com/show-file-downloads-in-a-nice-grid-display-7273" rel="nofollow ugc">View the tutorial</a></li>
<li>Export all the file download logs to a CSV file.</li>
<li>Ability to reset the log entries.</li>
<li>Ability to trim the download log entries.</li>
<li>Shortcode to show a number of latest downloads to your visitors.</li>
<li>Shortcode to show a number of popular downloads to your visitors.</li>
<li>Ability to disable the download monitoring (logging) for certain items (or all items).</li>
<li>You can also choose to only monitor downloads from unique IP address only.</li>
<li>Option to specify file size info so it can be shown to your visitors. <a href="https://simple-download-monitor.com/how-to-show-file-size-info-of-your-downloads/" rel="nofollow ugc">View the tutorial</a></li>
<li>Option to specify version number info for the download item so it can be shown to your visitors.</li>
<li>Option to show the download published date.</li>
<li>Option to restrict downloads to logged-in users only. <a href="https://simple-download-monitor.com/offering-downloads-to-logged-in-users-members-only/" rel="nofollow ugc">View the tutorial</a></li>
<li>There is an option to show an ajax file tree browser so your visitors can browse all your files and download the ones they want.</li>
<li>Option to ignore download count from bots.</li>
<li>Option to add Google reCAPTCHA to your download buttons.</li>
<li>Option to add Cloudflare Turnstile CAPTCHA to your download buttons.</li>
<li>Option to add Terms and Conditions to your download buttons.</li>
<li>Ability to easily clone/copy your existing download items.</li>
<li>Ability to insert Adsense or other Ad code inside the download item display.</li>
<li>Gutenberg block to insert download now buttons on a post or page.</li>
<li>Option to override the default template by placing a custom template file in the active theme’s directory.</li>
<li>The stats menu can show you the top downloads, downloads by date, country, browser etc.</li>
</ul>
<p>View more details on the <a href="https://simple-download-monitor.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">download monitor plugin</a> page.</p>
<h4>Language Translations</h4>
<p>The following language translations are already available for the download monitor plugin:</p>
<ul>
<li>English</li>
<li>German</li>
<li>Spanish</li>
<li>French</li>
<li>Italian</li>
<li>Russian</li>
<li>Dutch</li>
<li>Portuguese (Brasil)</li>
<li>Hebrew</li>
</ul>
<h4>Simple Download Monitor Plugin Usage</h4>
<p>Once you have installed the plugin, go to “Downloads -> Settings” interface to configure some options</p>
<p><strong>A) Configure Download Monitor basic settings</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Admin Options: Remove Tinymce Button – Removes the SDM Downloads button from the WP content editor (default: unchecked).</li>
<li>Color Options: Download Button Color – Select a default color of the download button (default: green).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>B) Add a new download</strong></p>
<p>To configure a new download follow these steps:</p>
<ol>
<li>Go to “Downloads->Add New” interface in your WP admin</li>
<li>Enter a title for your download</li>
<li>Add a description for the download</li>
<li>Select the file from your computer and upload it (or use an URL of the file)</li>
<li>Select an image for the download (it will be displayed as a thumbnail on the front end)</li>
<li>Publish it</li>
</ol>
<p>You can view all of your existing downloads from the “Downloads->Downloads” interface.</p>
<p><strong>C) Create a download button</strong></p>
<p>Create a new post/page and click the “SDM Downlaods” TinyMCE button to insert a shortcode (This button will only show up if you haven’t unchecked it in the settings). You can choose to display your download with a nice looking box or just a plain download link/button.</p>
<p>Example Shortcode Usage:</p>
<pre><code>[sdm_download id="271" fancy="1"]  (embed a download button inside a box with other information e.g. Thumbnail, Title and Description)

[sdm_download id="271" fancy="0"]  (embed a plain download button/link for a file)

[sdm_download id="271" fancy="0" color="blue"]  (embed a plain download button/link for a file with a blue color)
</code></pre>
<p><strong>D) Download logs</strong></p>
<p>You can check the download stats from the “Downloads->Logs” interface. It shows the number of downloads for each files, IP address of the user who downloaded it, date and time of the download.</p>
<h3>3rd Party or External Libraries/Services</h3>
<p>The plugin uses the Google Charts library to show the download count charts in the admin interface (if you use the stats menu of the plugin). You can see more details about this library at the following URL:<br />
https://developers.google.com/chart/</p>
<h3>Detailed Usage Documentation</h3>
<p>View more usage instructions on the <a href="https://simple-download-monitor.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Download Monitor Plugin</a> page.</p>
<h3>Github Repository</h3>
<p>https://github.com/Arsenal21/simple-download-monitor</p>
<p>If you need extra action hooks or filters for this plugin then let us know.</p>


Simple Download Monitor

On the WebinarIgnition Demo i use the Simple Download Monitor to hide direct access of the file and even better i removed the opening of PDFs in browser and forced to just download.

nice and it can be used to secure downloads in webinars too

Easily manage downloadable files and monitor downloads of your digital files from your WordPress site.

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<p>It lets you optimize the custom WooCommerce shipping module to make waiting less boring for your customers. On top of that, you can tailor the tracking stages to your shipping process.</p>
<p>Keep your customers updated with real-time tracking and grab their attention while they wait. Incorporate stages into the shipping journey that align with your fulfillment process to provide customers with a comprehensive order tracking and woocommerce shipping experience.</p>
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<blockquote>
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<h3>WITH OUR WOOCOMMERCE SHIPPING PLUGIN YOU CAN:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Simplify your order processing with partial shipment tracking</li>
<li>Multi-Carrier Tracking On the Same Page with live updates</li>
<li>Track Orders with multiple tracking templates.</li>
<li>Quick order tracker button for customers </li>
<li>Show the icon for order status in the order table</li>
<li>Track your orders using the unique order ID only</li>
<li>Third-party 3PL Shipment Tracking.</li>
<li>Enable Live Map Package Tracking Using Google Map</li>
<li>Let customers & guests export orders in a CSV file</li>
<li>Email notifications for order status in WooCommerce</li>
<li>Show additional order details with tracking</li>
<li>Create and use unlimited custom order status.</li>
<li>Share Tracking URL on WhatsApp. </li>
<li>Create Custom Email Templates with Template Builder</li>
</ul>
<h3>⭐ KEY FEATURES OF WOOCOMMERCE SHIPPING PLUGIN:</h3>
<h4>1) Partial Shipment Tracking:</h4>
<p>Our latest Track Orders plugin update brings partial shipment tracking. Customers placing multiple orders at once will see separate tracking buttons for each order and can track them one by one. As an admin, you can change the parent order status from the backend, mark it as <strong>partially shipped</strong>, and set child orders to be completed automatically when the parent order is completed.</p>
<h4>2) Multi-Carrier Tracking On Same Page:</h4>
<p>With the latest update to our WordPress order tracking plugin, we have added support for <strong>on-page live tracking</strong> for over 1000 carriers. Now, customers can track their orders directly on your website without being redirected anywhere else. All they need to do is enter their tracking ID, and the live order status will appear instantly on your site.</p>
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<p>WooCommerce Order Tracker provides a diverse range of <strong>three distinct order-tracking templates</strong>, which enables you to incorporate captivating visual representations for different order statuses, such as on-hold, processing, delivery, and more.</p>
<h4>4) Create Custom Order Status in WooCommerce:</h4>
<p>Order tracker for WooCommerce allows you to create and <strong>use custom order statuses</strong> tailored to your specific order fulfillment workflow. Define order statuses that cater to the distinct stages within your shipping process.</p>
<h4>5) Track your orders With Google Maps:</h4>
<p>With Google Maps feature allows customers to track their orders in <strong>real-time using Google Maps API</strong> integration. You have to provide the Google Maps API key, the order production house address, and the lessons of the order transit locations. Once enabled, customers can view the progress of their order on a Google Maps map.</p>
<h4>6) Third-party Shipment Tracking (FedEx):</h4>
<p>Through the <strong>integration with FedEx’s shipment tracking</strong> system, the WooCommerce shipping plugin allows customers to track their packages using the provided tracking code.</p>
<h4>7) Replace Order Status Text With Icons:</h4>
<p>You can replace the <strong>order status text with relevant icons</strong> in the order details table, allowing customers to grasp their orders’ status at a glance. By utilizing icons that are associated with each specific order status, such as a checkmark for “completed” or a clock for “processing,” the visual representation becomes more compelling and user-friendly.</p>
<h4>8) Email Notifications for WooCommerce Order Status:</h4>
<p>Use the order tracking plugin to implement <strong>automated email notifications</strong> that are triggered whenever the WooCommerce order status is updated. You also get access to four email notification templates, allowing you to choose the one that fits your brand.</p>
<h4>9) Track Only Using Order ID:</h4>
<p>Enable them to track their orders effortlessly by solely entering their <strong>unique order ID</strong>, without the need for additional information such as email addresses or account logins.</p>
<h4>10) Order Export as CSV File:</h4>
<p>With the WooCommerce order tracker, logged-in users and guest users can <strong>export their order details</strong> in a comma-separated values (CSV) file, which contains details like Order ID, Status, Total, Items, Payment Method, Billing Name, and Email address.</p>
<h4>11) Order Information:</h4>
<p>Show <strong>customers information</strong> crucial to the order fulfillment process, such as the delivery partner, estimated delivery date, and tracking code. Including the delivery partner’s name.</p>
<h4>12) Create WooCommerce Order Tracking Shortcode on the tracking Page:</h4>
<p>By utilizing the page short code, you can add an Order Tracking page anywhere on your WooCommerce store. Use the <strong>form shortcode to implement a Track Order Form</strong> anywhere on your site.</p>
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<ul>
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</li>
</ul>
<h3>🤝 TRACK ORDERS FOR WOOCOMMERCE COMPATIBILITIES</h3>
<p>Compatible with various themes that are suitable for any kind of WordPress project.</p>
<ul>
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</ul>
<h3>🏆 WHAT PREMIUM VERSION OF WOOCOMMERCE SHIPMENT TRACKER OFFERS</h3>
<p><strong>1. Send Text Message Notifications:</strong> Our Pro plugin lets you send order-tracking updates to customers via text messages using Twilio’s API integration</p>
<p><strong>2. Payment Reminders Orders:</strong> Automatically send payment reminders with the Pro plugin to boost conversions. These emails include payment links for pending transactions.</p>
<p><strong>3. Custom JS and CSS:</strong> Use the global settings to define wrapper classes for your theme, and easily customize the design. With custom CSS and JavaScript, you can adjust the page’s look and feel.</p>
<p><strong>4. Third-Party Shipment Tracking:</strong> Our Pro plugin integrates with trusted shipment tracking systems like FedEx, USPS, and Canada Post.</p>
<p><strong>5. Redirect to Tracking Page With QR Code:</strong> WP Swings Shipment tracking plugin lets you include a QR code in order emails, redirecting customers to the tracking page.</p>
<p><strong>6. Track Your Order Popup:</strong> Set up a “Track Your Order” popup to make order tracking simple and quick for your customers.</p>
<p><strong>7. DHL Shipping Integration:</strong> With the tracking API, let your customers track their orders easily, no need to visit the carrier’s website.</p>
<p><strong>8. Carriers Supported 1000+:</strong> WooCommerce Shipment Tracking plugin now supports over 1000+ carriers, like DHL, UPS, FedEx, and many more</p>
<p><strong>9. Custom Email Template Builder:</strong> Create custom email templates with a simple drag-and-drop builder. Select and organize elements like headers, footers, and custom HTML to match your style.</p>
<h3>Take Advantage of the Exclusive Features of the Track Orders For WooCommerce Pro Plugin</h3>
<p>This Pro enables the addition of multiple shipping services, customization of the tracking process to match specific business needs, and the sending of email reminders with payment links for pending orders, it offers features like tracking templates for engaging customers, shortcodes for creating custom tracking pages and forms, and a Track Your Order popup box for convenient order monitoring within the My Account section.</p>
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<p>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent plugin and support<br />
The plugin is very useful, and the support is quite helpful. Recommend. Kudos to the team!  (@stevecaloo)</p>
<h3>❤️‍  SUPPORT</h3>
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<ul>
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</ul>
<h3>THIRD PARTY SERVICES</h3>
<p>Our plugin relies on some third-party services. Here is more information about it.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p><strong>WP Swings Tracking:</strong> We are using our own <a href="https://tracking.wpswings.com/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>WP Swings Tracking API</strong></a> for tracking essential user info. By default, our plugin team receives no sensitive data from you or your website enwpscreate _tracking paged users. We only keep track of the plugin version and the settings that are enabled by you in the plugin. You can read more about the <a href="https://wpswings.com/plugin-usage-tracking" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>plugin’s usage tracking here</strong></a>.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Integration with Google Maps:</strong> To make things work smoothly our plugin relies on <a href="https://maps.googleapis.com" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Google Maps API</strong></a> to show the accurate information of different Geo locations where the order has been gone through. Users require a Google Maps API key to add Google Maps to their website, They can obtain the API key from the <a href="https://console.cloud.google.com/apis/library" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Google Cloud API Services</strong></a> and can learn more about Google Maps’ Terms and Conditions from <a href="https://www.google.com/help/terms_maps/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>here</strong></a>.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Integration with Hubspot HSforms:</strong> To make the onboarding process smoother we are relying on <a href="https://developers.hubspot.com/docs/cms/building-blocks/forms" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Hubspot HSforms</strong></a>. Which only gathers the necessary and nonsensitive info like (Plugin Name, Version, and Plugin Deactivation Reasons). You can read more about their <a href="https://legal.hubspot.com/legal-stuff" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>privacy policy here</strong></a>.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>My Question is not listed?</h3>
<p>Check out <a href="https://support.wpswings.com/wordpress-plugins-knowledge-base/category/woocommerce-order-tracker/?utm_source=ot-org-page&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=kb" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Knowledge Base</strong></a></p>
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Track Orders for WooCommerce – Automate your Multi Carrier WooCommerce Shipping

Track Orders for WooCommerce – Automate Multi Carrier WooCommerce Shipping with delivery notifications, tracking templates, live updates.

Simple Download Monitor vs Track Orders for WooCommerce – Automate your Multi Carrier WooCommerce Shipping