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Secure Private Files

Secure private file access with expiry, role-based permissions, token-based URLs, and detailed download logs.

By Ankit Patel·Security·Free
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·0 active installs·Updated 1 month ago
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As of April 2026, Secure Private Files is a WordPress security plugin with 0 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 361 times in total. Requires WordPress 6.0+ and PHP 7.4+. Available on WordPress.org since 2026. Recently updated within the last 3 months. Top alternative: Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware….

0/5Rating
0active installs
361total downloads
3 monthssince 2026

Overview

Secure Private Files allows you to securely manage and share private files with selected users or user roles in WordPress.

Files are protected using unique token-based URLs, ensuring they cannot be accessed without proper permission. You can define who can download each file, set an expiry date, and track download activity.

This plugin is ideal for:
– Membership sites
– Client portals
– Secure document sharing
– Restricted downloads
– Private resources for logged-in users

Key Features

  • Secure token-based file access (no public URLs)
  • Assign files to specific users
  • Allow access by user roles
  • Optional expiry date for each file
  • Logged-in user verification
  • Download activity logging (user, IP, date)
  • Dedicated Private Files custom post type
  • Media library integration…
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Ratings & Reviews

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Compatibility

WordPress6.0+ requiredTested up to 6.9.4
PHP7.4+ required

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Frequently Asked Questions

Changelog

1.0.3

  • Short Code Impovements
  • Few minor bugfix and improvements
View full changelog on WordPress.org

Contributors

Hardik RavalHardik RavalAnkit PatelAnkit Patel
Plugin Info
Version
1.0.3
Last Updated
Feb 11, 2026
WP Requires
6.0+
Tested Up To
6.9.4
PHP Requires
7.4+
Active Installs
0
Downloads
361
Added
Jan 23, 2026
Business
Free

Tags

securitymembershipfile manageraccess-controldownload manager

Developer

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Ankit Patel
3 plugins0.0M+ total installs
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