Download Monitor

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Download Monitor is a plugin for uploading and managing downloads, tracking downloads and displaying links.

4.5

Rating summary

494

Reviews

90K

Active installations

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Overview

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Customer support & learning resources

Changelog

Main benefits

Manage downloadable files easily

Sell downloads on WordPress

Gutenberg compatible download block

Track and log downloads

Member-only download access

About this plugin

Categories: Content Management

Version: 4.9.14

Last updated: 18-07-2024

WordPress version: 5.5

Tested up to: 6.6

PHP version required: 5.6

Languages: Chinese (China), Danish [+31]

Tags:

Download manager Password protection File manager Document management Digital store Ecommerce

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Overview

Download Monitor is a robust WordPress plugin designed to streamline the process of uploading, managing, and tracking downloadable files. Catering to users with varying needs, it supports multiple file versions and makes it easy to insert download links into posts via a Gutenberg-compatible interface, including a dedicated download block. The plugin also allows for detailed customization such as categorizing downloads, defining alternative links, and setting member-only access restrictions. Advanced features include the ability to sell downloads, use external storage like Google Drive, and implement download gates with forms and other lock options. Extensions further enhance functionality with customizable buttons, dedicated download pages, and advanced access management. Comprehensive documentation and support ensure users can leverage the plugin's full potential, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to manage file downloads on their WordPress site.

User-Friendly Interface

Add, edit and remove downloads from a familiar WP interface; Your downloads are just like posts.
Quick-add panel for adding downloads/files whilst editing posts.
100% Gutenberg compatible, including a new Download Monitor Download Block.

Advanced Download Management

Add multiple file versions to your downloads each with their own data like download count and file links.
Define alternative links (mirrors) per download version.
Track downloads counts and log user download attempts.

Customization and Display Options

Display download links on the frontend using shortcodes.
Change the way download links get displayed via template files.
Customisable endpoints for showing pretty download links.

Security and Access Control

Member only downloads, requires users to be logged in to download your files.
Lock downloads option: Set restrictions to your download functionality using MailChimp Lock, Email Lock, CAPTCHA, Twitter Lock.
Advanced Access Manager: Create advanced download limitations per download and on a global level.

Features list

Feature

Free version

Premium version

Manage Documents

Organize and control access to your documents.

Track File Downloads

Monitor and record the download activity of your files.

Generate Email Leads

Collect email addresses from potential customers.

Protect Digital Files

Secure your digital files from unauthorized access.

Build Your Audience

Grow your user base through targeted strategies.

Priority Support

Receive faster and prioritized customer support.

Advanced Reporting

Access detailed reports and insights on file usage.

Customizable Download Pages

Personalize the appearance of your download pages.

Integration with Email Marketing Tools

Connect with popular email marketing platforms.

Automated Updates

Receive automatic updates for the latest features.

Access to All Extensions

Unlock all available extensions for enhanced functionality.

Enhanced Security Features

Benefit from advanced security measures to protect data.

Unlimited Downloads

Allow unlimited file downloads without restrictions.

Detailed Analytics

Gain in-depth analytics on user interactions and downloads.

Multi-site Support

Manage and support multiple sites from a single account.

Pricing

Free

$0 / lifetime

Plan includes

Manage Documents

Track File Downloads

Generate Email Leads

Protect Digital Files

Build Your Audience

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Pro

$99 / yearly

Plan includes

Manage Documents

Track File Downloads

Generate Email Leads

Protect Digital Files

Build Your Audience

Priority Support

Advanced Reporting

Customizable Download Pages

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Rating and reviews

4.5

Rating summary

494

Reviews

90K

Active installations

User sentiment analysis

Download Monitor is highly praised by users for its robust functionality and reliability in managing and monitoring downloads on WordPress websites. Users appreciate its ability to protect specific media files for designated roles and track access efficiently. The plugin is lauded for being user-friendly, easy to set up, and seamlessly integrating with the WordPress dashboard. Many highlight its dependable performance over long periods and the exceptional support provided by the team, which quickly addresses issues and queries. However, some drawbacks include its ornate interface, which can be awkward to navigate, and the removal of basic features in updates, pushing users towards expensive premium versions. Some users also reported difficulty reaching customer support for billing issues.

tiger12341

20 Aug, 2024

I have tried different plugins for document download management for my website, none of them is as simple as this one. I tried the free version to start with, it just took me less than 30 minutes to get the files upload and enabled them on my website for customers to download. During the time when I configured the plugin, I reached out to the support team, and got response within minutes even I am using the free version. I definitely recommend this plugin to anyone who needs a simple plugin for download management, with a great support team behind the product. I will upgrade to the paid version just to support this great team

narathip49

06 Aug, 2024

Easy to use, meets my needs, very good.

rcnyc

06 Aug, 2024

After Google Drive reset settings awhile back out of the blue, I kept getting a bujillion notifications a week from users asking me permission to download my files. Rather than go back to Google Drive or switch to another third party hosting platform, I figured it was time to have my downloads self-hosted. However, with so many downloads, I needed a manager, so picked this one. I can’t speak for users wanting a more robust plugin (like for an ecommerce or subscription site), but for someone like me, Download Manager is perfect. It’s also incredibly reliable and stable. It’s sailed through many updates with flying colors, so no worries on that end.

velocitylabs

02 Jul, 2024

We needed a plugin that could both protect specific media files for specific roles as well as keep track of who was accessing those files. The Download Monitor provided that and so much more at a very reasonable price. We had a minor issue understanding how metric tracking was working so we reached out to support for clarification. Their response was lightning fast and they worked with us both to understand how it worked and how to tweak things to make sure it performed exactly how we needed it to work for our use case. Highly recommend this plugin!

Download Monitor

Overview

Compatibility

Installation instructions

Customer support & learning resources

Changelog

Main benefits

About this plugin

Overview

User-Friendly Interface

Advanced Download Management

Customization and Display Options

Security and Access Control

Features list

Pricing

Plan includes

Plan includes

Rating and reviews

User sentiment analysis

FAQ

Can I upload .xxx filetype using the uploader?

Can I link to external downloads?

My Download links 404

Download counts are not increasing when I download something

How do I install Download Monitor?

How do I add my first download in Download Monitor?

How do I list my first download on my website with the download shortcode?

Can I track download counts and log user download attempts?