Easy Digital Downloads

Easy Digital Downloads, or EDD, is a WordPress plugin designed to make it easy to sell digital products such as ebooks, software, music, or videos, all directly from your website.

EDD is an alternative to WooCommerce, but only for digital products. You cannot sell physical products with EDD. Well, you can, but it's not what it's designed for!

WooCommerce is designed to manage all types of products, including physical ones, whileEasy Digital Downloads is designed specifically for selling digital content, with a lighter interface focused on this specific need.

The plugin was clearly designed for this purpose. It is optimized to manage downloadable files, updates, licenses, and offers a smooth experience for digital content creators.

Can you sell ebooks, software, audio files, or videos with Easy Digital Downloads?

Whether you're selling an ebook, a WordPress plugin, an audio track, or a video, EDD is perfectly suited. You can offer your files individually or in packs.

But if you want to sell video training courses, I recommend tools such as ClickFunnels, Systeme io (subscriptions) or BeTeachr (no subscription but a commission on sales).

Are the files protected against unauthorized downloading?

The files are stored securely, and the download link is only accessible after purchase. You can also limit the number of downloads and the validity period of the link to prevent abuse.

Can physical products also be sold with EDD?

It is possible, but this is not what EDD was originally designed for. To sell physical products, it is better to use WooCommerce (to stay on WordPress), which is more comprehensive in this area.

And if you don't necessarily want to use WordPress, you can also use Shopify and PrestaShop to sell online.

If your business revolves around selling digital files, EDD is a simple, fast, and optimized solution. You get straight to the point without being bogged down by features that are unnecessary for your business.

Having used it for several years, I can tell you that it's very easy to learn.

Are there any official extensions to add features to EDD?

Yes, there is a wide range ofofficial extensions to add recurring payments, licenses, payment gateways, and marketing integrations. You can really tailor EDD to your project.

EDD is for anyone who sells files online: content creators, developers, trainers, artists, photographers, musicians, and more. The tool is easy to learn, even if you're just starting out.

You can find a freelance Easy Digital Downloads specialist on BeFreelancr (on this page). As it is a less widely used plugin than WooCommerce, there will be fewer services available than for the WordPress software.

However, you should still see a few services above. And if you can't find the service you need, you can contact us or contact a WordPress freelancer to ask if they can do the job for you.

There is nothing to prevent you from offering a file for free download with EDD. Simply set the price to zero, and your visitors will be able to access the content without having to pay.

Yes, you can limit the number of downloads per buyer and set an expiration date for each link. This is useful for securing your files and preventing unauthorized sharing.

With the official Software Licensing extension, you can generate and manage activation keys for your software or digital products. This allows you to offer a real licensing system for your customers.

By default, EDD works with PayPal Standard, but you can add other gateways such as Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank transfer, or credit cards via official extensions.

Can Easy Digital Downloads be connected to Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, etc.?

Thanks to the available extensions, you can easily connect EDD to solutions such as Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. This allows you to offer your customers multiple payment methods in a seamless and secure way.

Easy Digital Downloads makes it easy to create discount codes. You can choose the amount, validity period, number of uses, and even the products to which they apply. This is very useful for limited offers or promotions.

An integrated dashboard allows you to track your sales, analyze your revenue, and view detailed reports. You can see what's selling best, which days generate the most sales, and adjust your strategy accordingly.

The EDD plugin generates clean code and works perfectly with SEO plugins such as Rank Math or Yoast. Your product pages can be optimized just like any other WordPress page.

It all depends on the theme you use, but as a general rule, pages generated by EDD adapt very well to mobile devices and tablets. It is entirely possible to offer a smooth experience regardless of the device.

With the Recurring Payments extension, you can offer monthly, annual, or custom subscriptions. This is perfect for selling access to content, regular updates, or recurring services.

Easy Digital Downloads allows you to easily configure VAT or other taxes by country. You can apply the correct rates automatically based on your customers' location.

You can use EDD with plugins such as WPML, Polylang, or TranslatePress. This allows you to offer your store in multiple languages, with full translation of products and pages.

With the help of extensions such as Frontend Submissions, it is possible to transform EDD into a real marketplace where multiple sellers can offer their own digital files, with commission management and seller profiles.

You will also need the Commissions plugin to calculate the commissions for the different sellers. Having used both of these plugins in the past, I can tell you that they work very well, but it is best to hire a WordPress developer to set up the site.

Because, as you know, marketplaces are technical! In some cases, WordPress and EDD may not be the best options, and it may be more beneficial to code a site from scratch. Please contact us for advice on the best technology for your project.

The appearance of product or payment pages can be modified with a builder such as Elementor or via your theme. And if necessary, a developer can go further to adapt every detail to your image.

If you're looking for another solution, you can check out WooCommerce (more general), SureCart (more modern), or Gumroad and Payhip if you prefer external platforms that are easy to connect to WordPress.