Ads.txt File Manager
Easily manage ads.txt and app-ads.txt files from your WordPress dashboard with editing, backup, and restore options.
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Actively maintained • Last updated 36 days ago • 17 reviews
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Likely maintained (last update 36 days ago).
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Description
Ads.txt File Manager allows publishers to manage both ads.txt and app-ads.txt file directly from the WordPress admin panel, without using FTP or file managers. It offers a safe and intuitive UI to help users edit, save, and back up their ads.txt file to comply with programmatic advertising requirements.
Features
- Live ads.txt editor with line numbering and syntax highlighting
- Automatic versioned backups every time you save changes
- Restore previous versions anytime from the backup list
- Create ads.txt file instantly if it doesn’t exist
- Track changes by user, showing which admin updated what and when
- Secure editing – only admins can access and modify the file
- Lightweight and fast, no bloated dependencies
Why use this plugin?
If you’re monetizing your site with platforms like Google AdSense, OpenX, or other SSPs/DSPs, you need to serve a valid ads.txt file at the root of your domain. This plugin simplifies that process by letting you manage the file without technical knowledge.
Usage
- Go to
Ads.txtfrom the left admin menu. - If the file doesn’t exist, click Create ads.txt.
- Edit the file in the editor and click Save.
- Every save creates a backup with timestamp and user info.
- You can restore any previous version from the Backups tab.
Credits
Plugin developed by Magicbid.ai
Support
Need help or want to monetize your site?
Email us at: [email protected]
Or visit: https://magicbid.ai/contact-us/
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Navigate to Ads.txt in the WordPress dashboard sidebar.
- Use the editor to create, edit, or restore the
ads.txtfile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The plugin saves it directly in your WordPress root directory as /ads.txt.
You can recreate it instantly using the Create button inside the plugin.
Yes! Every save action stores a backup which you can restore anytime.
Only WordPress administrators with the manage_options capability.
Currently, this plugin is designed for single-site use.
Absolutely! This tool was built to simplify ads.txt compliance for platforms like Google AdSense, GAM and other SSPs.
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Screenshots
Popup to create new ads.txt file
Editor with line numbering and Save button
Backup history with restore options
New Update UI
Changelog
2.1.7
- Fixed a bug of null backup saving.
2.1.6
- Added Subscribe Us Widget that only get name, email and wesbite of the user.
2.1.5
- Added support for
app-ads.txtalongsideads.txtwith easy toggle switch. - Improved UI: Switch between files using button-style toggle.
- Added ability to view and open current file directly from the plugin interface.
- Added delete option for individual backups.
- Added rotating promotional banner section.
- Enhanced responsive layout for editor and sidebar.
- Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.
2.1.2
- Improved warnings handling for code quality tools (PHPCS)
- Added sanitization and un-slashing to prevent unsafe input
- Added inline ignore flags for secure $wpdb usage
2.1.2
- Added user tracking for backups
- Improved backup restore logic
- Minor UI improvements
2.1.2
- Initial release