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Twitter Lock
Twitter Lock by WPChill is an extension for the Download Monitor plugin. It places your downloadable files behind a Twitter share, so visitors post a pre-defined tweet before they can get the file. It gives you a simple way to tie social sharing to the content you already offer.
Install this firstPlease install the Download Monitor Pro Plugin from here before installing the extensions
Go to product- Version
- 4.1.4
- Released
- Jul 3, 2023
- Developer
- Download Monitor
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Download Monitor
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $5.59 a year on its own
What’s new in Twitter Lock 4.1.4
Version 4.1.4 · Jul 3, 2023
Latest
- ImprovedChanged: Notice informations
- ImprovedChanged: Stop functionality if no license
What it does
If you give away ebooks, templates, guides or other files, visitors usually grab them and leave without telling anyone. This extension adds a step to that flow: before the file becomes available, the visitor shares a tweet you have written. Each download then doubles as a small mention of your brand or content on Twitter, which can help more people hear about what you publish.
The extension works inside Download Monitor, so it requires that plugin to be active on your site. You can write a unique tweet for individual downloads or set one global tweet that applies across all your files. Its templates can be overridden to match your site's design, and it is built to work with any WordPress theme. Setup does not require coding, and step-by-step documentation walks you through the configuration.
Best for
- Sites already using Download Monitor to share files
- Bloggers and creators offering free downloadable resources
- Marketers wanting social mentions tied to content downloads
Features
Tweet before download
Visitors must share a custom tweet you have prepared before they can access the file, linking each download to a social post.
Per-download tweet messages
Write a different tweet for individual downloads so each file can promote its own campaign, product or piece of content.
Global tweet setting
Set one universal tweet that applies across all your downloads when you prefer a single consistent message for every file.
Overridable templates
Override the default templates so the Twitter share step looks like the rest of your site and keeps a consistent branded feel.
Works with any theme
The extension is designed to work with any WordPress theme, so it fits into your existing design without needing a theme change.
No coding required
Configuration is handled through settings and guided by step-by-step documentation, making it approachable for site owners at any skill level.
Built for Download Monitor
It runs as an extension of Download Monitor and adds the Twitter share requirement directly to the download workflow you already use.
Twitter Lock older versions
- 4.1.3May 29, 20231 new, 1 improvement, 1 fix
- 4.1.2Apr 18, 20231 fix
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Twitter Lock
Do I need Download Monitor for this to work?
Yes. Twitter Lock is an extension for the Download Monitor plugin and requires it to be active. It adds the tweet requirement to downloads you manage through Download Monitor.
Can I use a different tweet for each file?
Yes. You can write a unique tweet message for individual downloads, or you can set one global tweet that applies across all of your files if you want a single message everywhere.
Will the share step match my site's design?
The extension uses templates that you can override, so you can adjust the share step to match your site's look. It is also designed to work with any WordPress theme.
Do I need coding skills to set it up?
No coding is needed. Configuration is handled through settings, and step-by-step documentation guides you through getting the tweet requirement working on your downloads.
Is Twitter Lock free?
The code of Twitter Lock is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Twitter Lock is this?
Version 4.1.4, released Jul 3, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Twitter Lock?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Twitter Lock automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Twitter Lock need?
Twitter Lock needs Download Monitor installed and active.
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