Download Monitor Amazon S3 Addon GPL v4.1.0

Download Monitor Amazon S3 Extension GPL Overview

The Amazon S3 Extension for Download Monitor allows you to securely serve download links for files hosted on Amazon S3. By integrating Amazon S3 with Download Monitor, you can generate expiring download links, ensuring that users can only access your files for a limited time. This extension is ideal for anyone looking to host large files on Amazon’s cloud storage while maintaining control over file access.

Key Features and Benefits

Secure and Expiring Download Links

• Non-Public Links: This extension enables you to use non-public Amazon S3 links for your downloads, ensuring that your files are not accessible to unauthorized users.
• Timed Access: It automatically generates expiring links, giving users access to your files only for a limited time. This is particularly useful for preventing unauthorized distribution of your files and ensuring that downloads are only available for a specific window.

Easy Integration with Amazon S3

• Simple Setup: To get started, simply install the plugin, add your Amazon AWS access keys, and the extension will automatically handle the rest. It detects your S3 links and appends the necessary query string to allow timed access.
• Automatic Link Management: The extension works seamlessly with Download Monitor, automatically detecting and managing your Amazon S3 links without requiring any additional configuration or coding.

Full Compatibility

• Amazon S3 Compatibility: This extension works directly with Amazon’s cloud storage, making it easy to manage and serve large files without worrying about your website’s storage limits.
• PHP Version Requirement: The extension requires PHP version 5.5 or higher, as per Amazon’s restrictions. This ensures that your system is compatible with the latest security and functionality standards for Amazon S3.

Why Use the Amazon S3 Extension?

• Secure File Distribution: By using Amazon S3 with expiring links, you ensure that only authorized users can download your files, and that links cannot be shared or reused after a set period.
• Seamless Integration: With minimal setup required, the Amazon S3 Extension integrates smoothly with Download Monitor, automatically handling the generation and expiration of download links.
• Scalable Storage: Amazon S3 offers virtually unlimited storage, making it an excellent choice for hosting large files or managing a large number of downloads without affecting your website’s performance.

The Amazon S3 Extension for Download Monitor is a must-have tool for anyone looking to securely host and distribute files via Amazon’s cloud storage. With the ability to generate expiring links, you can control access to your downloads and protect your content from unauthorized distribution. This extension offers an easy-to-use solution for integrating Amazon S3 with Download Monitor, ensuring secure and scalable file management.