Title: Filevue Author: Lucian Radu Published: March 31, 2026 Last modified: April 3, 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/filevue/assets/banner-772x250.png?rev=3497012) ![](https://ps.w.org/filevue/assets/icon.svg?rev=3497012) # Filevue By [Lucian Radu](https://profiles.wordpress.org/raduthlucian/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/filevue.1.0.7.zip) [Live Preview](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/?preview=1) * [Details](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/#description) * [Reviews](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/#reviews) * [Installation](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/#installation) * [Development](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/filevue/) ## Description Filevue turns your WordPress site into a secure client portal. Create clients with unique IDs and encrypted passwords, upload files into organized folders, and give each client a private login page where they can view and download only their own documents. Everything uses your site name for branding — no “Powered by” labels or third-party logos. The portal UI automatically adapts to your WordPress admin color scheme. #### Client Management * Create clients with a unique Client ID, encrypted password, optional email, and internal notes. * Search, paginate, and manage clients from a clean admin dashboard. * View client details in a quick-view modal — copy credentials, see file stats, and jump to the portal link. #### File Uploads and Organization * Drag-and-drop single or multi-file uploads directly from the admin. * Organize files into named folders with custom SVG icons and accent colors. * Drag files between folders to reorganize — no page reload needed. * Supported formats: PDF, Word, Excel, images (PNG, JPG, GIF), text, ZIP, and RAR. #### Client Portal * Filevue automatically creates a dedicated portal page at `/client-portal/` when the plugin is activated. * Clients log in with their unique Client ID and password — no WordPress account required. * Collapsible folder tree with icon and color theming, matching the admin folder setup. * Inline file preview for PDFs and images directly in the browser — no download required. * One-click secure downloads with nonce-verified, path-validated file delivery. * Sessions expire after 1 hour for security; clients can log out manually at any time. * Admins can preview the portal as any client with a single click from the Clients page — no need to copy credentials. #### Data Sheets * Attach editable spreadsheets to any folder — add rows, columns, and multiple sheets. * Clients see a read-only view of shared data sheets in their portal. * Download any data sheet as an Excel file — both admin and client side. #### Email Notifications * Send branded HTML credential emails with portal link, Client ID, and password. * Automatic new-file notifications when you upload documents to a client’s folder. * Emails use your site name and are styled to match your brand. #### SMTP * Built-in SMTP configuration with test-before-save — your settings only activate after a successful test email. * One-click provider presets for Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo with setup guidance. * Passwords are encrypted at rest using AES-256-CBC. #### Team Access * **Portal Contributor** — Staff members who can manage clients and upload files, but cannot change settings or delete content. * **Portal Manager** — Full portal access including settings, user management, and content deletion. * Both roles see only the Filevue menu in the admin — no distractions from the rest of WordPress. #### Security * Client passwords encrypted with AES-256-CBC using your site’s AUTH_KEY. * Upload directory protected with .htaccess rules and a silent index.php. * Every download, upload, delete, and login action is nonce-verified with path traversal protection. * Data protection toggle — choose whether plugin data is preserved or removed on uninstall. #### Support Development Filevue is free and open source. If it saves you time or helps your business, consider supporting continued development and new features: [Buy me a coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/lucist) ## Screenshots * [[ * Admin dashboard with stats, quick actions, and step-by-step guide. * [[ * Client list with search, file counts, and one-click actions. * [[ * Client details quick-view modal with credentials and portal link. * [[ * Add New Client form with auto-generated ID and encrypted password. * [[ * Edit client page with drag-and-drop file uploads and colored folder tree. * [[ * Per-folder data sheet with columns, rows, and Excel export. * [[ * SMTP settings with one-click provider presets for Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo. * [[ * Team Access page with Portal Manager and Portal Contributor roles. * [[ * Client portal login page with Filevue Client ID and password. * [[ * Client portal file browser with colored folders, download, and inline preview. ## Installation 1. Upload the plugin to wp-content/plugins/ or install via Plugins Add New. 2. Activate Filevue. 3. Go to **Filevue** in the admin sidebar to create your first client and start uploading files. 4. Configure SMTP under **Filevue SMTP Settings** so credential emails can be delivered. 5. Share the Client ID and password with your client — they can log in at your-site. com/client-portal/. #### Accessing the Client Portal Filevue automatically creates a `/client-portal/` page on activation. No manual setup is required. * **Portal URL:** `https://your-site.com/client-portal/` * **Login credentials:** Each client uses their unique Client ID and password ( created from the admin). * **Shortcode:** You can also place `[filevue_client_files]` on any page to display the portal login and file browser. * **Admin preview:** On the Clients page, click the **Portal** button next to any client to instantly open their portal view in a new tab — no credentials needed. * **Sending credentials:** Click the **Email** button on the Clients page to send a branded HTML email with the portal link, Client ID, and password. SMTP must be configured first. * **Pretty permalinks:** Filevue enables pretty permalinks (`/%postname%/`) on activation if they are not already set, so the portal URL is always clean. ## FAQ ### Where do clients log in? Filevue automatically creates a page at `/client-portal/` with the login form when the plugin is activated. Clients visit that URL, enter their Client ID and password, and immediately see their files. You can also place the `[filevue_client_files]` shortcode on any page to create an alternative portal entry point. ### How can I preview the portal as a specific client? On the **Clients** page, click the **Portal** button (the Filevue icon) next to any client. This generates a secure, single-use token that auto-logs you into the portal as that client in a new tab. The token expires after 60 seconds and can only be used once — no credentials are exposed. ### Can clients see each other’s files? No. Each client can only access files uploaded to their own folder. Downloads are verified against the logged-in client’s session. ### What file types can I upload? PDF, XLSX, XLS, DOC, DOCX, TXT, PNG, JPG, JPEG, GIF, ZIP, and RAR. File size limits follow your WordPress and server configuration. ### Can I use my own SMTP server? Yes. Go to Filevue SMTP Settings, enter your credentials, and send a test email. Settings only activate after a successful test. ### What happens to client data if I deactivate or delete the plugin? By default, all data is preserved — safe for updates and reinstalls. You can enable“ Delete all data on uninstall” from the home page if you want a clean removal. ### Does the portal show my plugin or brand name? No. The portal uses your WordPress site name for all labels and headings. There is no hardcoded branding. ## Reviews There are no reviews for this plugin. ## Contributors & Developers “Filevue” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ Lucian Radu ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/raduthlucian/) [Translate “Filevue” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/filevue) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/filevue/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/filevue/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/filevue/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/filevue/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 1.0.7 * Small improvements #### 1.0.6 * Updated documentation #### 1.0.5 * Added dedicated button to impersonate as client into portal #### 1.0.4 * Provide error message when SMTP is not set and user is trying to send welcome email to client #### 1.0.3 * Updated readme.txt to include some new screenshots description #### 1.0.2 * Client Portal login page is now properly displaed * Updated readme.txt file #### 1.0.1 * Portal Manager and Portal Contributor can now see Filevue menu #### 1.0.0 * Initial release. ## Meta * Version **1.0.7** * Last updated **1 day ago** * Active installations **Fewer than 10** * WordPress version ** 5.0 or higher ** * Tested up to **6.9.4** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Language * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/) * Tags * [client portal](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/client-portal/)[document management](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/document-management/) [file sharing](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/file-sharing/) * [Advanced View](https://twd.wordpress.org/plugins/filevue/advanced/) ## Ratings No reviews have been submitted yet. [Add my review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/filevue/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/filevue/reviews/) ## Contributors * [ Lucian Radu ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/raduthlucian/) ## Support Issues resolved in last two months: 0 out of 1 [View support forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/filevue/)