Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Add a Download Counter Code to WordPress

If you have a WordPress site that offers downloadable files, it's a good idea to track how many times those files have been downloaded. Adding a download counter code is an easy way to do this. In this article, we'll show you how to add a download counter code to your WordPress site.

Step 1: Install and Activate the Download Monitor Plugin

The first thing you need to do is install and activate the Download Monitor plugin. You can do this by going to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard, searching for Download Monitor, and clicking the "Install Now" button.

Step 2: Add a Downloadable File

After you install and activate the Download Monitor plugin, go to Downloads > Add New in your WordPress dashboard. Give your download a title and upload the file.

Step 3: Add the Download Counter Code

Once you've added your downloadable file, go to the Advanced tab and scroll down to the "Download Counter Code" section. Select "Custom" from the dropdown menu and add this code:

[download_counter]

This shortcode will automatically display the number of times your file has been downloaded.

Step 4: Save and Publish

Finally, click the "Publish" button to save your download. You can now add this download to any page or post on your site by using the Download Monitor shortcode:

[download id="your_download_id"]

Replace "yourdownloadid" with the ID of the download you just created (you can find the ID in the URL when you're editing the download).

Conclusion

Adding a download counter code is an easy way to track how many times your downloadable files are being accessed. With the Download Monitor plugin and these simple steps, you can easily add a download counter code to your WordPress site and keep track of your downloads.