Storage for EDD via S3-Compatible

Storage for EDD via S3-Compatible is a powerful extension for Easy Digital Downloads that allows you to store and deliver your digital products using S3-compatible storage services. This plugin provides seamless integration with various S3-compatible storage providers including MinIO, DigitalOcean Spaces, Linode Object Storage, and many others.

Key Features

• S3 Compatible Storage Support: Works with MinIO, DigitalOcean Spaces, Linode Object Storage, and other S3-compatible services
• Secure File Delivery: Generates time-limited, secure download URLs with enforced timeout limits (1-60 minutes) for your digital products
• Easy File Management: Upload files directly to S3 storage through WordPress admin
• Media Library Integration: Browse and select files from your S3 storage within WordPress
• Configurable Expiry: Set custom expiration times for download links with automatic validation
• Customizable URL Prefix: Developers can customize the URL prefix (default: edd-s3cs://) using WordPress hooks
• Security First: Built with WordPress security best practices including timeout enforcement and input validation
• Developer Friendly: Clean, well-documented code with hooks and filters

Configuration

1. Go to Downloads > Settings > Extensions > S3 Storage
2. Enter your S3 credentials:
   • Access Key
   • Secret Key
   • Endpoint URL (e.g., https://s3.example.com)
   • Bucket Name
3. Set the download link expiry time (in minutes, between 1-60 minutes)
4. Save the settings

Usage

Browsing and Selecting Files

1. When creating or editing a download in Easy Digital Downloads
2. Click on “Upload File” or “Choose File”
3. Select the “S3 Library” tab
4. Browse your S3 storage using the folder navigation
5. Use the breadcrumb navigation bar to quickly jump to parent folders
6. Use the search box in the header to filter files by name
7. Click “Select” to use an existing file for your download

Uploading New Files

1. In the “S3 Library” tab, click the “Upload” button in the header row
2. The upload form will appear above the file list
3. Choose your file and click “Upload”
4. After a successful upload, the file URL will be automatically set with the S3 prefix
5. Click “Back” to return to the file browser without uploading

External services

This plugin connects to your configured S3-compatible storage service to manage files, create download links, and handle file transfers.

It sends the necessary authentication signatures and file requests to your S3 provider’s servers. This happens when you browse your S3 files in the dashboard, upload files, or when a customer downloads a file.

• Service: Your S3-Compatible Provider (e.g., AWS S3, DigitalOcean Spaces, etc.)
• Used for: File browsing, uploading, and generating secure download links.
• Data sent: Authentication headers (Signature V4), file metadata, file content (during upload).
• URLs: Configured by the user in the plugin settings (Endpoint URL).
• Legal: Refer to your S1-Compatible provider’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Support

For support and bug reports, please use the WordPress.org plugin support forum.

If you find this plugin helpful, please consider leaving a review on WordPress.org.

Other Storage Providers

Looking for a different storage provider? Check out our other plugins:

• Storage for EDD via Box – Use Box for your digital product storage
• Storage for EDD via Dropbox – Use Dropbox for your digital product storage
• Storage for EDD via OneDrive – Use Microsoft OneDrive for your digital product storage

Privacy Policy

This plugin does not collect or store any personal data. All file storage and delivery is handled through your configured S3-compatible storage service.