Explore Features that Make Advanced File Manager the #1 Choice for WordPress Developers
- Frontend File Management
- Media Management & Previews
- User Interface & Experience
- Integrations
- Advanced Feature for Developers
- File Operations & Management
- Media Management and Previews
Complete File Operations
Copy, rename, edit, upload, and download files directly from the WP dashboard. Even create and extract archives like ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, & more.
Drag-and-Drop File Uploads
Upload files quickly by dragging and dropping them into the file manager interface, streamlining your workflow.
Multi-File Selection & Bulk Operations
Select multiple files or folders to perform bulk actions like moving, deleting, or renaming in seconds.
Directory Size Calculation
Quickly calculate folder sizes to better manage storage and optimize resources.
Email Notifications
Get email alerts when files or folders are created or deleted, so admins and users can stay informed about important file activity.
Slack Alerts
Receive file activity notifications in Slack and keep your team updated without switching between tools.
Customizable Root Directory Access
Set and modify the root directory path to access specific files based on your needs, keeping your file structure organized.
Internal & External Directory Management
Easily manage files within and beyond your WordPress root directory, giving you complete control over your site’s files.
Stealth Mode for File Security
Hide actual file paths to prevent unauthorized access and keep your sensitive data protected.
Role-Based File Access Control
Restrict file access based on user roles or assign personalized file permissions to ensure secure and customized management.
Private & Public Folder Access
Set up private folders for specific users or allow public access for document sharing while maintaining security.
Hide Sensitive Files and Folders
Customize visibility settings and protect confidential data by automatically hiding specified files and folders from unauthorized users or the public view.
Personalized User Folders
Assign users a personal folder for storing and managing their documents, helping them organize and manage their files in a secure, individualized space.
Operations Control for Users
Enforce security policies by defining precise role-based access permissions to limit or grant user actions like editing, deleting, or uploading files.
PHP Debugging in Code Editor
Identify PHP code errors directly in Advanced File Manager before saving your files. The built-in debugger checks supported PHP files and helps prevent faulty code from being saved.
File Activity Logs
Track file and folder activity to see who performed each action and when. Review events such as file creation, updates, and deletions from one place.
Drag-and-Drop File Uploads
Upload files quickly by dragging and dropping them into the file manager interface, streamlining your workflow.
Advanced File Search & Sorting
Find files quickly using advanced search and sorting features, helping you manage content more efficiently.
List & Grid View Options
Switch between grid and list views for a personalized browsing experience and smoother file navigation.
Keyboard Shortcuts for Speed
Perform file operations faster with built-in keyboard shortcuts, reducing manual effort.
Responsive & Mobile-Friendly
Enjoy a smooth file management experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
FTP-Free File Management
Manage files securely from WordPress without needing an external FTP client.
Thumbnails for Images & Media Files
In grid view, you can instantly recognize visual content with thumbnail previews.
Rich Context Menu & Toolbar
Access frequently used file operations instantly with an intuitive context menu and toolbar.
File Manager Themes
Customize the look of your file manager with pre-built themes like Light, Dark, Windows 10, Bootstrap, and more.
Multilingual Support
Choose from 30+ languages for the file manager, cater to global users, and enhance accessibility.
Recent Directory Access
Quickly return to previously opened folders. It saves you time by easily jumping to your most recent navigation paths.
Centralized File Management Dashboard
Monitor storage, file activity, plugin settings, and connected cloud storage integrations from one centralized dashboard.
Dropbox
Manage, upload, and sync your Dropbox files directly from WordPress without switching between tools.
Google Drive
Access, manage, and sync your Google Drive files directly from the Advanced File Manager interface.
OneDrive
Browse, upload, and organize your OneDrive files directly from your WordPress dashboard.
Amazon S3
Bring your Amazon S3 storage into WordPress to manage, upload, and organize files from one interface.
Google Cloud
Access your Google Cloud files from WordPress and manage, upload, and organize them directly from the file manager.
GitHub
Manage your GitHub repositories and files directly from WordPress without leaving the file manager interface.
Cloudflare R2
Manage, upload, and organize your Cloudflare R2 files directly from the WordPress file manager.
pCloud
Access your pCloud storage from WordPress to manage, upload, and organize files in one place.
AI Coding Assistant
Use your preferred AI model through an API, including OpenAI’s GPT models, to write, edit, explain, and troubleshoot code directly from the code editor.
Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage
Bring your Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage into WordPress to manage, upload, and organize files from the file manager
Customizable Root Directory Access
Set and modify the root directory path to access specific files based on your needs, keeping your file structure organized.
Internal & External Directory Management
Easily manage files within and beyond your WordPress root directory, giving you complete control over your site’s files.
Advanced File Search & Sorting
Find files quickly using advanced search and sorting features, helping you manage content more efficiently.
Gutenberg Block & Shortcode Support
Embed the file manager anywhere on your site using Gutenberg blocks or shortcodes for easy access control.
Built-in Code Editor
Edit code files directly within the file manager, eliminating the need for external editors. Choose from multiple themes for a customized look.
Large Files & Folder Upload Support
The file manager allows you to upload large files and folders quickly by uploading them in chunks, ensuring a smoother file transfer process.
Clean File Naming
Automatically clean file names and paths by removing invalid characters and converting text to the UTF-8 standard for compatible handling.
Adminer/Database Support
Manage WordPress databases without leaving the file manager by integrating Adminer for direct SQL queries, table edits, and backups.
High-Performance Backend
Optimize speed with our lightweight architecture file manager that handles thousands of files smoothly, reducing lag even on resource-heavy sites.
Frontend File Management
Give logged-in and non-logged-in users access to manage files from the front end, which allows you to offer document sharing and public file access.
Directory Size Calculation
Quickly calculate folder sizes to better manage storage and optimize resources.
Email Notifications
Get email alerts when files or folders are created or deleted, so admins and users can stay informed about important file activity.
Slack Alerts
Receive file activity notifications in Slack and keep your team updated without switching between tools.
Shortcode Support
Add document libraries anywhere on your WordPress site using a simple shortcode. Place and customize your libraries without relying on a dedicated page builder block.
Page Builder Support
Embed document libraries using dedicated blocks for popular page builders, including WordPress Block Editor, Elementor, Divi, and more.
Frontend Cloud Storage Blocks
Display connected cloud storage files on your website using Advanced File Manager Blocks, with private folder access and block-specific settings.
Media & Document Previews
Instantly preview PDFs, images, audio, and video files without downloading them, saving time and improving productivity.
Thumbnails for Images & Media Files
In grid view, you can instantly recognize visual content with thumbnail previews.
Image and File Editing
You can edit WordPress images and files directly—crop, resize, or modify text without leaving the file manager.
Quick Comparison of Free and Pro Versions of Advanced File Manager
Features
File Operations & Management
- Complete File OperationsPerform actions like copy, paste, rename, delete, and duplicate.
- Archive ManagementCreate or extract ZIP archives without leaving the file manager.
- Image and File EditingEdit text files and images instantly with built-in editors.
- Drag-and-Drop File InterfaceSimply drag and drop files to upload or organize them in seconds.
- Multi-SelectionSelect and manage multiple files or folders at once.
- Directory Size CalculationQuickly see how much space each folder uses.
User Access & Security
- Flexible Root Directory AccessSet custom root paths to control which directories users can see or manage.
- Access to Internal and External DirectoriesNavigate and manage files beyond your WordPress root directory with ease.
- Role-Based File Access ControlGrant or restrict file access based on user roles.
- Private Folder AccessCreate user-specific folders that only they can view or manage.
- Path Privacy ProtectionHide the real file paths to prevent tampering or unauthorized access.
- Hide Sensitive Files and FoldersKeep critical files out of sight with one-click hiding options.
- Operations Control for UsersLimit which file actions users can take—add, remove, rename, view, etc.
User Interface & Experience
- Flexible View Options (Grid/List)You can view files in a grid or list layout—whichever helps you work faster.
- Themes for File ManagerGive your file manager a personal touch with beautiful pre-built themes.
- Themes SelectionChoose from Light, Dark, Windows 10, Bootstrap, and more for a customized look.
- Responsive DesignEnjoy a smooth experience across desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
- Rich Context Menu and ToolbarRight-click or use toolbar controls to access everything you need instantly.
- Keyboard ShortcutsSpeed up file management with handy keyboard shortcuts for common tasks.
Advanced Features for Developers
- Advanced File Search and SortingSearch, filter, and sort files by name, type, size, date, or permission in a flash.
- Large Files & Folder Upload SupportUpload entire folders and large files reliably with chunked upload support.
- File Sanitization & UTF-8 NormalizationKeep file names clean and compatible across all systems with auto-sanitization.
- Recent Directory AccessJump back to recently visited folders using a built-in file history tracker.
- High-Performance BackendExperience blazing-fast performance, even with thousands of files.
- Gutenberg Block SupportInsert the file manager or document libraries directly into Gutenberg blocks.
- Adminer/Database SupportAccess and manage your WordPress database securely within the plugin.
- Debug Code in EditorDebug code directly in the editor to prevent your site from entering a fatal error state.
- Dropbox IntegrationConnect your Dropbox cloud storage and manage it directly from the file manager interface.
- OneDrive IntegrationAccess and sync files from your OneDrive account inside the file manager.
- Google Drive IntegrationConnect Google Drive and manage cloud files directly from WordPress.
- Amazon S3 IntegrationAccess and sync files from your Amazon S3 buckets directly within the file manager.
- AI integrationGet smarter coding support instantly with AI – Code Pilot, right inside your code editor.
- GitHub IntegrationAccess and sync repositories from your GitHub account directly within the file manager.
- Google Cloud IntegrationAccess and sync your Google Cloud Storage files and folders directly within the File Manager.
Frontend File Management
- Frontend File Management [Pro]Let users manage files from the front end without giving them dashboard access.
- Frontend Access for Logged-In UsersAllow logged-in users to upload, view, or edit files based on roles.
- Public File Access for VisitorsEnable public access to selected folders without requiring logins.
- Personalized User FoldersAuto-create private folders for each user to manage their own files securely.
Media Management & Previews
- Quick PDF PreviewsPreview PDF documents in-browser without downloading.
- Media PreviewsPlay audio and video or view image files instantly inside the manager.
- Thumbnails for ImagesSee auto-generated thumbnails for quick image identification
Notifications
- Email NotificationsGet notified by email when files or folders are created or deleted.
- Slack NotificationsReceive instant Slack updates when files or folders are created or deleted.
Language Support
- Multilingual Support for Global AccessUse the plugin in any language.
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