If you are anything like me (calling all Type A personalities!), you probably love being in control. But let’s be real – sometimes we need to loosen our grip just a bit to get more done.
With our latest feature there is no need to compromise. We’ve found a way for you to hang on to that beloved control while getting out of the weeds of form submissions.
Meet File Upload Restrictions
This isn’t just another feature update. We’ve completely reimagined file security to give you total control over who can access uploaded files in your form entries. The best part? It’s available to ALL WPForms users, regardless of license level.
Imagine being able to collect all the important files you need—applications, contracts, personal IDs—knowing they’re locked down tight and only accessible to the people you want to have access.
Here’s what makes File Upload Restrictions revolutionary:
- Role-Based Access Control: Restrict file access to specific WordPress roles (admins, editors, or subscribers)
- User-Level Permissions: Grant access to individual user accounts for granular control
- Password Protection: Secure sensitive files behind custom passwords
- Zero Complex Setup: Enable restrictions with just a few clicks
- Works with Existing Forms: Add security to any form with file uploads
Security at Its Simplest
Like all new features at WPForms, we made this one stupid simple. Let me walk you through it.
Add the File Upload field to your form and Enable File Access Restrictions in the Advanced tab.
Choose who can access the uploaded files based on WordPress user groups or individual users.
For added security, Enable Password Protection.
That’s it! With this simple field setting, you can rest easy knowing that those files are only in the hands you want them to be.
What’s Next?
We are cooking up tons of exciting new features this year for you! Our commitment to being the best WordPress form builder is stronger than ever, but your feedback is important to us. Join the conversation in our VIP group or send us a message. We love hearing from you.
Till next time,
Lauren
This is awesome!
Please enable this for the image files created by the Signature field too.
Would be great if those defaulted to restricted to Admin and Editor levels instead of being public.
Hi Peter,
Glad you found it helpful and thank you for the great suggestion!
There’s already an open feature request for this functionality, and I’ve added your vote to it. Our team regularly reviews these requests as we plan future releases.
Thanks!