Protect Uploads
Protect Uploads is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Studio.
About this Plugin
The uploads directory is where the files of the WordPress library are stored. Unfortunelty, this directory is not protected. A person who wants to see all your library could list it instantly going to : http://yourwebsite/wp-content/uploads . This plugin will hide the content by adding an index.php file on the root of your uploads directory or by setting an htaccess which will return a 403 error (Forbidden Access).
Static WordPress Challenge
Directory listing protection and generated index/.htaccess rules can work in a static export. Password-protected or AJAX-driven upload access will require a live origin or proxy through Static Studio; otherwise those dynamic features will not function.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Protect Uploads compatible with Simply Static?
Protect Uploads works with Simply Static but needs some configuration. We recommend using Simply Static Studio for the best experience.
Which Simply Static product works best with Protect Uploads?
Based on our analysis, Protect Uploads works best with Simply Static Studio. Simply Static is for basic static sites, Simply Static Pro adds support for search, forms, and multilingual sites, and Simply Static Studio adds AJAX proxy and REST API support for supported integrations.
Does Protect Uploads affect static build times?
Protect Uploads has approximately 30,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.
What configuration does Protect Uploads need for Simply Static?
Directory listing protection and generated index/.htaccess rules can work in a static export. Password-protected or AJAX-driven upload access will require a live origin or proxy through Static Studio; otherwise those dynamic features will not function.
How often is this compatibility data updated?
All plugins are re-scanned monthly. Scans run five analysis passes including an AI classifier. The last tested date at the top of this page reflects the most recent scan.