Deleted media files still accessible via direct link

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  modernmeatmarketing · Member · Jan 15, 2021 at 12:07 am

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  We have some files (PDFs) that were uploaded to our site by the web designer but we want them removed. I have removed them from the media library and uploads library using a plugin but the direct link to the media file is still working and accessible. How can I permanently delete this?

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  kokkieh · Staff · Jan 15, 2021 at 5:27 am

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  Hi there,

  On what site are you working? The account you’re using to post here does not own any sites on WordPress.com.

  If you’re using the open source WordPress software at another host, please ask for advice from the WordPress.org community at https://wordpress.org/support/forums instead.