WordPress plugin for embedding and managing Dropbox files on your site
Out-of-the-Box | Dropbox plugin for WordPress
Out-of-the-Box connects Dropbox to WordPress for embedding file browsers, document previews, media players, and upload forms. Manage and share Dropbox content through your website with access controls.
Included with purchase:
- 100% GPL Licensed
- Lifetime Updates
- Technical Support
- Instant Download
What is Out-of-the-Box | Dropbox plugin for WordPress?
Out-of-the-Box is a WordPress plugin that connects Dropbox for file browsing, document preview, media playback, upload forms, and download management. It includes role-based access control and shortcode embedding for Dropbox content on websites. Available at PluginTheme.net with instant download and GPL license.
Key Features
File Browser
Navigate Dropbox folders with search and file management
Document Viewer
Preview PDFs and documents without downloading
Upload Forms
Accept file uploads from visitors to Dropbox
Media Player
Play audio and video files from Dropbox
Access Control
Role-based permissions and password protection
Who is this for?
Pros
- Multiple display modes: File browser, document viewer, gallery, and media player
- Upload forms: Visitors can upload files directly to your Dropbox through WordPress
- Access control: Role-based permissions and password protection for files
- Document preview: View PDFs and documents without downloading
- Shortcode embedding: Easily embed Dropbox content in any page or post
Cons
- •Requires Dropbox account and API app credentials for the connection
- •Dropbox API rate limits may affect sites with very high file access traffic
- •Large file downloads depend on visitor internet speed and Dropbox transfer rates
Product Description
Out-of-the-Box integrates Dropbox with WordPress, allowing you to display, share, and manage Dropbox files through your website. Visitors can browse, preview, download, and upload files depending on the permissions you configure.
File Display Options
- File browser with folder navigation and search
- Document viewer for PDFs, docs, and spreadsheets
- Photo gallery from Dropbox image folders
- Audio and video player for media files
Upload and Sharing
- Upload forms for visitors to send files to Dropbox
- Direct download links with optional password protection
- Shareable file links for specific documents
- Zip download for multiple file selections
Access Control
Permissions can be set per shortcode, with options for read-only, download-enabled, or upload-enabled access. WordPress user role integration restricts Dropbox content visibility to specific user groups.
Our Verdict
PluginTheme Team
Expert Reviewer
Out-of-the-Box provides a well-implemented Dropbox integration for WordPress. The file browser and document preview work smoothly, and the upload form feature is useful for collecting files from clients.
