Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Create a Download Link in WordPress

If you want to allow your readers to download files from your WordPress website, creating a download link is a straightforward process. In this article, we'll show you how to create a download link in WordPress using two methods: using the built-in media library and using a plugin.

Method #1: Using the Built-in Media Library

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard and go to the post or page where you want to insert the download link.
2. Click on the "Add Media" button above the editor.
3. Upload your file to the media library by clicking on "Upload Files" and selecting your file from your computer. Wait for the file to upload.
4. Once uploaded, select the file from the media library and click on the "Insert into post" button.
5. The file will now be added to your post or page as a downloadable link.

Method #2: Using a Plugin

If you want more control over how your download link looks and functions, you can use a plugin such as "Download Monitor" or "WordPress Download Manager". Here's how to use the WordPress Download Manager plugin:

1. Install and activate the plugin from the WordPress repository.
2. Upload your file to the WordPress Download Manager by going to "Downloads" → "Add New" and selecting your file from your computer. Fill in the required fields.
3. Save the download.
4. Go to the post or page where you want to insert the download link.
5. Click on the "Insert Download" button above the editor.
6. Select the download you just created from the list and click on "Insert".

And that's it! With these two methods, you can easily create a download link in WordPress. This can be helpful if you want to offer resources for your readers, such as PDFs, audio files, and more.