The Download Protect plugin for WP-Members allows you to load files such as images, documents, etc to a protected directory that requires the user to be logged in to access.
Files are uploaded to a separate folder within the main WP file upload folder structure and that folder is restricted from access. All files are served through a script-based process that prevents them from being accessed directly. If a user is not logged in, they can be directed to an error page that requires them to log in.
Even if the direct link to the file within the file structure were known, the file cannot be accessed directly.
There is a basic demo on the WP-Members Demo Site.
This extension is available with the WP-Members Pro Bundle, WP-Members Lifetime Support, or is also available individually.
IMPORTANT: This extension is for blocking access to file downloads. It is not for streaming media. It can be used to block access to media files that are intended to be downloaded, but if your intention is to block access to media files that you deliver through a streaming player, this will not work for that purpose.
Get the Plugin
WP-Members Download Protect is a premium plugin available in the store.
Best Value: this plugin is included in the WP-Members Pro Bundle package.
