File protection, is there a better way?

Hi, re: using the file systems available on wix, have tried the available apps and also uploading into the media folders.

I have files available for download, behind a members only page that is accessed by paid plan holders.

Intention was to make those files available in a protected fashion and prevent/reduce leakage. (We know once downloaded, we can’t stop them being emailed or shared)

The problem though:
When hovering over the link or a button, the URL is visible and also can be copied, not a major problem, but if that link is copied and pasted, shared outside, the files are able to be downloaded, therefore defeating the purpose of having them behind a secure page.

I would of expected, that if a non member/customer tried to access the link, they should see a message that says they don’t have access.

Question:
Can privileges be set in the folders or file area to prevent direct sharing? Somewhere the protection needs to come from the root storage area!

Option, I did think about adding them to a product, but again, it sends a link that is shareable too. I believe it only lasts a few days so is better, BUT again, there’s an issue with paid members wanting to access these files, now having to go through the checkout process, and I dont think an item can be sold through WIX store with a zero value?

I’m also trying to prevent using another platform in conjunction with wix, as this would mean manually setting privileges on a different site after members sign up on the existing plan offered on my wix site, customers wouldn’t be excited about more logins and passwords :slight_smile:

Any suggestions or help would be appreciated.

#files #featurerequest #membersarea

Hi there, at the moment I don’t think it’s possible to set privileges to folders. This is great feedback, thank you. Hopefully someone can provide some additional insight.

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Thanks Steven, privelidges at folder level via a badge and plan would be amazing, this would replicate page restrictions and provide exactly whats expected from secure member access.
:ok_hand:

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