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The 12 WordPress plugins most like Simple Download Manager, by the tags they share, the most in common first. Installs, ratings and updates come from WordPress.org and refresh every night.

Simple Download Manager

20+ installs · #27,699 most popular

Its stats
Closest match
Easy Media Download
Shares 2 of Simple Download Manager's 5 tags.
Most installed
Download Manager
90K+ active installs.
Best rated
Simple Download Monitor
4.7 out of 5 from 158 reviews.
Most recently updated
Download Manager
Updated on Nov 7, 2026.
  1. Easy Media Download

    by Noor Alam

    Easy Media Download allows you to embed download buttons on your WordPress site. Add file download functionality with this WordPress download plugin.

    Installs
    9K+
    Rank
    #2,293
    Rating
    4.0(28)
    Updated
    2 months ago

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  2. Simple Download Counter

    by Jeff Starr

    Simply counts the number of times your files are downloaded. Display download links and counts using shortcodes.

    Installs
    2K+
    Rank
    #4,446
    Rating
    4.9(19)
    Updated
    4 days ago

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  3. Easy Digital Downloads Free Link

    by webaware

    replace EDD add-to-cart button with download link when product is free

    Installs
    900+
    Rank
    #6,978
    Rating
    5.0(5)
    Updated
    2 months ago

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  4. Secure Downloads

    by wpdevelop

    Easy generate and distribute secure links for file downloads, that can expire, and track every download.

    Installs
    600+
    Rank
    #8,315
    Rating
    4.1(10)
    Updated
    11 months ago

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  5. Simple Downloads List

    by Neofix

    Provide a list of downloads for your visitors - quick and easy. With download categories and mobile friendly design.

    Installs
    100+
    Rank
    #14,963
    Rating
    No ratings
    Updated
    1 year ago

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  6. PayPal Digital Downloads

    by Scott Paterson

    Start selling digital products on your site in just a few minutes. No Coding Required. Official PayPal Partner.

    Installs
    90+
    Rank
    #16,840
    Rating
    4.6(7)
    Updated
    9 years ago

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  7. s2member Secure File Uploader

    by Lew Ayotte

    A s2member add-on that allows you to upload a file to the s2member-files/ secure directory and automatically insert a link into your post.

    Installs
    80+
    Rank
    #17,455
    Rating
    3.0(4)
    Updated
    13 years ago

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  8. Download Manager

    by Shahjada

    This File Management & Digital Store plugin will help you to control file downloads & sell digital products from your WP site.

    Installs
    90K+
    Rank
    #462
    Rating
    4.1(1K)
    Updated
    2 days ago

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  9. Download Monitor

    by WP Chill

    Powerful Download Manager Plugin for WordPress

    Installs
    80K+
    Rank
    #510
    Rating
    4.5(525)
    Updated
    5 days ago

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  10. File Upload Types by WPForms

    by Syed Balkhi

    Easily allow WordPress to accept and upload any file type extension or MIME type, including custom file types.

    Installs
    40K+
    Rank
    #882
    Rating
    4.0(20)
    Updated
    1 month ago

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  11. Simple Download Monitor

    by mra13 / Team Tips and Tricks HQ

    Easily manage downloadable files and monitor downloads of your digital files from your WordPress site.

    Installs
    20K+
    Rank
    #1,147
    Rating
    4.7(158)
    Updated
    14 days ago

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  12. Prevent Direct Access

    by WP Folio Team

    A simple way to prevent search engines and the public from indexing and accessing your files without complex user authentication.

    Installs
    10K+
    Rank
    #1,843
    Rating
    4.6(298)
    Updated
    2 months ago

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