by Mitchell Bennis
4.3 (26 reviews)
Simple File List
Simple File List gives your WordPress website a list of your files which allows your users to open and download them.
Compatible with WP 6.9
v6.1.17
Current Version v6.1.17
Updated 4 days ago
Last Update on 15 Jan, 2026
Synced 6 hours ago
Last Synced on
Rank
#3,225
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Active Installs
5K+
-12.4%
KW Avg Position
87.7
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Downloads
201.1K
+10 today
Support Resolved
100%
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No change
Rating
86%
Review 4.3 out of 5
4.3
(26 reviews)
Next Milestone 6K
5K+
6K+
109
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Active Installs
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4.3
26 reviews
Overall
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Tracked Keywords
Showing 3 of 3| Keyword | Position | Change | Type | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ftp alternative | 28 | — | Tag | 18 hours ago |
| share documents | 71 | — | Tag | 18 hours ago |
| file sharing | 164 | — | Tag | 18 hours ago |
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- Version
- 6.1.17
- Last Updated
- Jan 15, 2026
- Requires WP
- 5.0+
- Tested Up To
- 6.9
- PHP Version
- 7.4 or higher
- Author
- Mitchell Bennis
Support & Rating
- Rating
- ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 4.3
- Reviews
- 26
- Support Threads
- 1
- Resolved
- 100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simple File List
A: Anyone who exchanges files with clients, customers or within an organization.
A: No, files are uploaded to a special folder inside your general WordPress uploads folder, or anywhere you specify.
Yes, you can limit to Admins or anyone who is logged in. If you need further users access control, consider the File Access Manager extension.
A: No, by default a file will not be overwritten. If a file is uploaded having the same name as one already present, a series number is appended to the name ( filename_(2).ext ). If you don’t want this, uncheck the box on the Upload Settings tab.
A: Yes, you can put place your file lists on different posts, pages and widgets. If you upgrade to the Pro version, you can even place different folders on your site.
A: Only if you place a list on the front-side of your website which is viewable to the general public. If you choose USER, ADMIN or NO, in the List Settings these files will not be indexed by search engines.
A: Yes, the CSS is easily over-ridden, making it easy for anyone with CSS knowledge to customize the page design. Check the Instructions page within the plugin's admin panel for more info.
A: Yes, you can hook into one of the many custom hooks) provided.
A: This is a setting that you choose in the file configuration. The initial default is the maximum that your host will currently allow. The absolute maximum size will depend on your hosting setup. which is automatically detected.
A: Yes! I enjoy helping people. Please contact me with any issues using the WordPress Forum or via simplefilelist.com