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How to Restrict Files & Folders Listing for Logged in Users Only
Sandeep Kumar Mishra
September 7, 2021
5 minutes read
Using the WP DISPLAY FILES plugin, you can display file and folder storage structures on the frontend using a shortcode. You can create a shortcode to display files and folders from your storage. To connect with the storage, we have an easy-to-use setup wizard that makes your job easier.Also, the Permission module allows you to restrict files for logged-in users only or assign role-based permissions. Admins can display storage files only for logged-in users using the following steps.
How to Restrict Files for Logged-in Users Only
- Step 1: Please navigate to the WP Display Files –> Create/Manage Shortcodes page.
- Step 2: Edit your created shortcode and scroll down to the Restrict Viewing Listing section.
- Step 3: In this tab, you will see the Login Required? button. Only logged-in users will be able to see the displayed files on this page.
- Step 4: In this tab, you will see the User Roles To Allow checkboxes. Only checkbox enabled users will be able to see the displayed files on this page.
- Step 5: In this tab, you will see the User Names To Allow. Using this section you can select particular user names to display listing.
- Step 5: Save the Shortcode.
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