[wpdm_direct_link] – Create a Direct Download Link

1 min read Updated Jan 26, 2026

The [wpdm_direct_link] shortcode creates a simple text link that triggers a download when clicked. Unlike other shortcodes that display package information, this creates a minimal inline link.

Basic Syntax

[wpdm_direct_link id="123"]

Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Default	Description
id	integer	Yes	—	The package ID
label	string	No	Download	Link text displayed to users
target	string	No	—	Set to `_blank` to open in new tab
class	string	No	—	CSS class names for styling
eid	string	No	—	HTML element ID attribute
style	string	No	—	Inline CSS styles

Usage Examples

Basic Link

[wpdm_direct_link id="42"]

Output: Download

Custom Label

[wpdm_direct_link id="42" label="Get the PDF"]

Output: Get the PDF

Open in New Tab

[wpdm_direct_link id="42" label="Download Now" target="_blank"]

Styled Link

[wpdm_direct_link id="42" label="Download" class="btn btn-primary" style="font-weight: bold;"]

Inline in Text

Perfect for embedding downloads within paragraphs:

You can [wpdm_direct_link id="42" label="download the user guide"] to learn more about the features.

Tips

This shortcode respects all package access controls (roles, locks, etc.)
If the user doesn’t have access, the link will redirect to the package page to show unlock options.
Use the class parameter to apply button styles from your theme.

[wpdm_package] – Display package with full template
[wpdm_packages] – Display multiple packages