Prevent Direct Access – Protect WordPress Files WordPress Plugin

What is Prevent Direct Access – Protect WordPress Files?

Prevent Direct Access (PDA), a simple and easy-to-use solution for protecting your private files from Google indexing as well other unwanted users. It has been created with an intuitive user interface directly in WordPress Media Library so that you can secure all of those important documents or videos without any hassle at all.

The plugin protects files from direct access (defined by WordPress as visitors clicking on your file links) and removes them easily when you want that. It's suitable for both public or member-accessible sites. It can be used by

Anyone who wants to protect private files (videos, documents)
For Online Course Providers: Secure teaching materials, including tutorial videos and eBooks on your membership sites.
For Musicians and artists
Companies & Universities
eCommerce Stores
Data Management Sites
Password Protected Content
Paid Stock Photos Sites
Design Files
Demo Gallery

This plugin has over 65,190+ downloads and it is developed by BWPS Team.

Features & Functionality

Restrict File Access to Paid Members: Restrict your protected file access to logged-in users, customers, or specific user roles. With ease, you can give different users different permissions for accessing a document.
Generate Expiring Download Links: Private links allow you to share files with a select group of people without having them sign up or log in. They are automatically deleted after the time period has expired.
Block Google Indexing & Direct Access: Prevent direct access to your protected files by visitors clicking on your file links. Don't let anyone else access your files. Stop Google & other search engines from indexing them, and unauthorized users won’t be able to access files directly anymore either.
Membership Integration: You can use this plugin together with top membership plugins to restrict access to files based on the user's subscription status.
WooCommerce Integration: You can use this plugin together with WooCommerce to protect files that will be sold on your online store.
Download Protection: You can password protect downloaded content so only users who have the download link are able to download the protected file.
Integrations and Extensions: You can also extend the plugin with extensions and integrations like LMS LearnDash, Contact Forms, ActiveCampaign, Campaign Monitor, MailChimp, Dropbox, PayPal, etc.