#45 by installs
File Manager
file manager provides you ability to edit, delete, upload, download, copy and paste files and folders.
- Installs
- 1+ million
- Rating
- 4.6 (1.5K)
- Updated
- 1 day ago
Advanced File Manager – Ultimate File Manager for WordPress And Document Library Solution
Use Advanced File Manager to manage WordPress files, create archives, monitor storage limits, and build document libraries all directly from your Word …
- Active installs
- 100,000+
- #310 of 1,000
- Downloads, all time
- 6.4M
- 6,439,079
- Downloads, 30 days
- 125.6K
- 24.4K in the last 7
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5
- 441 reviews
- Last updated
- 17 days ago
- Oct 14, 2026
- Version
- 6.0.0
- 29 releases
Upkeep and compatibility
| Last updated | October 14, 2026Updated in the last 3 months |
|---|---|
| Tested up to | WordPress 7.1.4Covers WordPress 7.1.4, the current release |
| Needs WordPress | 4.0 or newer |
| Needs PHP | 7.0 or newer |
| First published | November 19, 2017 |
| Support, last two months | 4 of 6 threads resolved (67%) |
Reviews
4.8 / 5 from 441 reviews
| 5 stars | 415 |
|---|---|
| 4 stars | 7 |
| 3 stars | 4 |
| 2 stars | 4 |
| 1 star | 11 |
Downloads, last 30 days
What the author says it does
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Manage WordPress files and folders with ease all from your dashboard!
Are you tired of managing your WordPress site files via FTP clients or hosting control panels like cPanel, hPanel, Plesk, DirectAdmin, or other hosting panels? 😖
If that is the case, then ✨ Download Advanced File Manager Now! ✨
With this WordPress file manager plugin, you can perform multiple file operations, such as Copy, Paste, Rename, Edit, Delete, Upload, Download, Create an archive (Zip archive), etc., directly from the WordPress dashboard—no need for any cPanel, FTP or other hosting panels.
The best part is that this WordPress file manager plugin also allows you to access files outside of the WordPress root directory, which means you can create a fully functional document library with download controls as well. 😃
Whether you are a developer or a beginner, this file management plugin has something for everyone.
⚡ Key Features That Make This WordPress File Manager a Complete File Management Solution!
✅ Storage Limit Dashboard: Monitor storage usage and access file manager settings directly from the dashboard for convenient file management.
✅ Flexible Root Directory Access: You can easily set and modify the root directory path, which allows you to access specific files according to your development requirements.
The opening of the plugin's own description. The full text, installation notes and changelog are on its WordPress.org page.
Questions the author answers
Can I access folders outside the WordPress root directory?
Yes, you can access folders outside the WordPress root directory. Just go to the plugin settings and modify the root path as needed.
Can I manage cloud storage files directly from WordPress?
Yes, the plugin allows you to connect supported cloud storage apps like Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Amazon S3, pCloud, Cloudflare R2, and Google Cloud. Once connected, you can browse, upload, download, and organize your cloud files directly from the WordPress dashboard without switching tabs or using external tools.
What is the Advanced File Manager Dashboard?
The Advanced File Manager Dashboard provides a convenient overview of your file management tools and settings in one place, helping you manage files and configure the plugin more efficiently.
Can I create a ZIP archive of any folder or file and download it?
Yes, you can zip and extract archives of any folder or file instantly.
How can I set the maximum upload file size?
You can configure the maximum upload file size through the Max Upload Size Limit setting in Advanced File Manager settings. Set the limit according to your requirements, keeping in mind that your WordPress and hosting server upload limits may also apply.
Does the plugin work like an FTP client?
Yes, the plugin offers a similar experience to FTP clients. You can preview, edit, and manage files or folders directly from your WordPress dashboard without using any external software.
Latest changelog entry
- New – Introduced a redesigned dashboard featuring hosting storage statistics, an overview of file management, and a quick setup guide.
- New – Introduced an updated admin UI for settings, integrations, logs, and notifications.
- Update – Updated the Freemius SDK to the latest version.
- Security – Improved access control to strengthen plugin security and protect against unauthorized access.
5.4.13 – August 12, 2026
* Security Fix – Fixed a missing authorization vulnerability in file manager AJAX actions.
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Where this page's numbers come from
Read from the WordPress.org plugin API on , when WordPress 7.1.4 was the current release. WordPress.org rounds active installs into buckets. These are the directory's figures, not my verdict, and I haven't tested this plugin.