Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Add a Download Attachment Counter and Graphic in WordPress

If you are running a WordPress website where you offer downloadable resources, you may want to track how many times these resources are being downloaded. You can easily do this by adding a download attachment counter to your website. Also, adding a graphic to your download link can make it more attractive and eye-catching to visitors. In this article, we will show you how to add both a download attachment counter and a graphic to your WordPress website.

Adding a download attachment counter

1. Install and activate the "Download Monitor" plugin in your WordPress website.
2. Create a new download monitor by going to "Downloads" -> "Add New" in your WordPress dashboard.
3. Upload your downloadable file(s) to the download monitor and fill in the required information.
4. Save and publish your download monitor.
5. Navigate to "Downloads" -> "All Downloads" in your WordPress dashboard.
6. Find your download monitor and copy its shortcode.
7. Place the shortcode where you want the download button to appear on your website.

Now users will be able to easily and conveniently download your resources, and you will be able to track how many times they are being downloaded.

Adding a graphic to your download link

1. Once you have created your download monitor, copy the URL of the download link.
2. In your WordPress website, create a new post or page where you want the download link to appear.
3. Add an image or button to the post or page.
4. Highlight the image or button and click the "Insert/edit link" button.
5. In the URL field, paste the URL of the download link.
6. Click the "Add Link" button.

Now your download link will be displayed as an image or button, making it more attractive and noticeable to users.

In conclusion, adding a download attachment counter and a graphic to your WordPress website can help you track and promote your downloadable resources. With these simple steps, you can easily improve the user experience on your website and increase engagement with your content.