Paid Memberships Pro - Protected Downloads Addon v1.1

PMPro Downloads is an add-on for Paid Memberships Pro that creates a protected file download system within WordPress. It registers a Downloads content type in the admin, allowing site owners to upload files that are restricted by membership level. Members with the required level can download files directly, while non-members see a locked state with a call-to-action to join or upgrade.

Key Features

• Protected File Upload - Upload any file type directly from the WordPress block editor; files are stored in PMPro's protected directory inaccessible via direct URL
• Membership Level Restriction - Assign downloads to specific membership levels; members with required access see download links while others see a locked state
• Multiple Display Templates - Display downloads as a link, button, or card format to suit different page layouts and use cases
• Single Download Display - Use the PMPro Download block or shortcode to display individual downloads by ID with customizable templates and labels
• Download Library - Display all published downloads in one location using the PMPro Download Library block or shortcode with list or grid layout options
• Customizable Library Layout - Configure the download library with 2 or 3 column grid layouts, sorting by title or date, and limit the number of downloads shown
• File Management - Replace or remove attached files from the admin; old files are deleted only after new uploads complete successfully
• Non-Member Call-to-Action - Locked downloads automatically link to the checkout page for single-level restrictions or the membership levels page for multi-level restrictions
• Flexible Download Labels - Display downloads using the post title or the actual uploaded filename
• Block Editor Integration - Two dedicated blocks available in the PMPro category for inserting downloads into any page, post, or widget area
• Shortcode Support - Use [pmpro_download] for single downloads and [pmpro_download_library] for collections with multiple customization attributes
• Standard Content Restriction - Works with PMPro's core content restriction and protected files system without requiring custom code
• Membership Column Display - The Downloads list table shows assigned membership levels at a glance for quick reference
• Unlimited Downloads - Members with access can download files multiple times with no per-user download limits

Best For

This add-on is ideal for membership sites that need to distribute protected files such as ebooks, templates, software, course materials, or exclusive resources. It works best for sites using Paid Memberships Pro that want to restrict file access by membership tier without custom development. Use cases include member resource libraries, course material distribution, exclusive document access, and tiered content delivery based on membership level.