Files Addon for Event Espresso 4
Files add on plugin allows to create file upload type question which can be used in event registration form.
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Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (40+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.5 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Files Addon for Event Espre… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Event Espresso | #16 |
| file | >100 |
| form | >100 |
| questions | >100 |
| Upload File | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 3 reviews
About Files Addon for Event Espresso 4
From the official readme · v1.2.1Description
Files add on plugin allows to create file type question which can be used in event registration form. Attendees will be able to upload files while registerting for an event using this addon. Admin will be able to restrict the file type by setting file extensions for each question.
Installation
Minimum Requirements
- WordPress 4.1 or greater
- PHP version 5.2.4 or greater
- MySQL version 5.0 or greater
- Event espresso version: 4.8.0 or greater
- This add on will not work in Internet explorer version 9 or below, because formData (javascript object used to upload file on server) is not supported in IE 9 or its below version.
Manual installation
Following steps should be followed to install plugin manually
- Upload ‘files-addon-for-event-espresso-4’ folder to the ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory or upload ‘files-addon-for-event-espresso-4.1.0.8.zip’ through WordPress admin panel
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- You are ready to create file type question.
Frequently asked questions
Why my plugin is not getting activated?
This is add on plugin of Event espresso 4. Therefore to activate this plugin Event espresso 4.x must be active and running.
Why files are not getting uploaded?
Check your current browser version. We have used formData object to upload files. Visit following link to check the compatibility of your browser: https://developer.mozilla.org/en/docs/Web/API/FormData
Where can I get support or talk to other users?
If you get stuck, you can email on aparnascodex[at]gmail[dot]com
What file formats are supported for upload?
Default allowed file formats are: jpeg, jpg, png, gif, bmp. Different file formats can be set for individual file question.
Changelog
Tested up to WordPress 6.5.2 and Event Espresso 5.0.8p
1.2.1 – May 19, 2023
- Compatiblity changes with Event Espresso 5.x
- Fixed fatal error
1.2 – May 05, 2021
- Fixed file naming issue
- Tested plugin with latest WordPress and Event Espresso version
1.0.9
- Added functionality to edit file from dashboard
1.0.8
- Added filter to rename file before uploading – Filter – ssa_override_filename
- Tested plugin with latest WordPress and Event Espresso version
1.0.7
- Fixed admin notice
- Fixed ‘invalid url on file upload’ error
1.0.6
- Fixed domain validation issue
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FAQ
Files Addon for Event Espresso 4: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 free?
Yes. Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 safe to use in 2026?
Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Files Addon for Event Espresso 4?
Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,276 times since it launched in July 2016. It was downloaded 65 times in the last 30 days.
Does Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 work with WordPress 7.1?
Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 is officially tested up to WordPress 6.5.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on April 28, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes Files Addon for Event Espresso 4?
Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 is developed and maintained by wordgeniee.
What are the best alternatives to Files Addon for Event Espresso 4?
The most popular alternatives to Files Addon for Event Espresso 4 are Eway Payment Gateway (800+ installs), Event Espresso Smooth Integ… (20+ installs) and Custom Event Espresso Event… (10+ installs).
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