File Upload & Download Manager – Shared Files

Secure, fast, and easy file uploads and downloads directly on your WordPress site.

Shared Files lets you add a powerful file upload form and download manager to your website — complete with search, access control, tracking, and lead capture.

Easily share files with visitors, collect uploads from users, and manage documents without leaving WordPress. Perfect for businesses, schools, creators, and teams who need a simple yet flexible way to store, organize, and distribute files securely.

🚀 Key Benefits

• Save time by managing files entirely within WordPress
• Boost engagement with powerful search and filtering
• Stay in control with role-based access and download restrictions
• Capture leads before downloads to grow your email list
• Track usage with built-in download statistics and logs

🗂 Core Features

• Frontend File Upload Form — Allow users to upload files without accessing wp-admin
• Customizable Download Listings — Display files anywhere via shortcode or block
• Search & Filter — Let visitors quickly find what they need
• Access Control — Restrict files by user role, password, or login status
• Statistics & Logs — Track downloads and search activity
• Lead Capture Before Download — Collect names and emails before granting access
• Multilingual Ready — Works with WPML and Polylang
• Mobile-Friendly — Works perfectly on all devices

📥 Powerful Download Manager for WordPress

Shared Files includes a built-in download manager that makes it easy to organize, display, and track files on your website.

Instead of relying on complicated external tools, you can manage everything inside WordPress:
– Create file listings with categories, tags, and search
– Show download buttons or file lists anywhere with shortcodes or blocks
– Track download counts and activity logs for detailed insights
– Restrict downloads to logged-in users, specific roles, or password-protected access

Whether you’re distributing documents, software, media files, or reports, Shared Files gives you a reliable WordPress download manager that works seamlessly with your site.

⬆️ Frontend File Upload Made Simple

Shared Files also provides a frontend file upload form so visitors can securely upload files without needing access to wp-admin.

This makes it ideal for:
– Collecting assignments or documents from students or team members
– Allowing clients to upload files directly from your website
– Accepting media submissions, resumes, or project files

Key advantages of the file upload feature:
– Works with large files (server settings permitting)
– Upload permissions can be restricted to logged-in users or specific roles
– Uploaded files are automatically stored and can be published or reviewed by admins
– Fully mobile-friendly upload form

With Shared Files, file uploads and downloads are unified in one plugin — a complete solution for managing files on WordPress.

🎯 Perfect For

• Schools & universities sharing course materials
• Businesses distributing product documents or whitepapers
• Teams collaborating on internal files
• Creators offering digital downloads to their audience

📥 Getting Started is Easy

1. Install Shared Files from the WordPress plugin directory
2. Add your first files via the backend or frontend uploader
3. Use the provided shortcode or block to display files anywhere on your site

🌟 Upgrade to Pro for More Power

Unlock advanced features:
– Advanced filtering options
– Full featured frontend upload forms
– City and country in download log & search log
– Upload files via FTP
– Activate files from WordPress Media Library
– Set permissions to files (users and roles)
– Collection of favorite files for each user
– Display files in the site search results
– Email notifications
– All available fields for files, plugin settings and shortcodes
– Priority support from the original plugin author

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📌 Why Choose Shared Files?

Unlike generic file managers or cloud integrations, Shared Files is built specifically for WordPress:
– No external dependencies
– Faster performance
– Easier customization
– Complete control over your data

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