Description
SnapZip is a lightweight WordPress utility that adds a Download ZIP action to the Plugins and Themes screens, allowing administrators to quickly download installed plugins and themes as ZIP archives.
Whether you’re creating a manual backup before an update, moving a customized plugin to another site, or simply keeping a local copy, SnapZip provides a fast and convenient way to generate downloadable ZIP files without additional configuration.
The plugin creates ZIP archives in a temporary system directory and automatically removes them after the download is complete, leaving no unnecessary files on your server.
Features
- Download installed plugins as ZIP files.
- Download installed themes as ZIP files.
- Temporary ZIP generation with automatic cleanup.
- No database tables or persistent storage.
- No configuration required.
- Lightweight and performance-friendly.
- Administrator-only access.
- Built using WordPress security best practices.
Installation
- Upload the
snapzipfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Visit the Plugins or Themes screen.
- Click Download ZIP for any installed plugin or theme.
FAQ
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Does SnapZip modify my plugins or themes?
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No. SnapZip only creates a temporary ZIP archive for download. It never modifies plugin or theme files.
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Where are ZIP files stored?
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ZIP archives are created in the server’s temporary directory and are automatically deleted immediately after the download is completed.
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Does SnapZip require any configuration?
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No. Simply activate the plugin and the Download ZIP action will automatically appear on the Plugins and Themes screens.
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Yes. SnapZip can download any installed plugin or theme that exists in your site’s
pluginsorthemesdirectory, provided you have administrator permissions.
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Contributors & Developers
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Changelog
2.0
- Added support for downloading installed themes.
- Improved security and validation.
- Migrated to a PSR-4 class structure.
- Improved code organization and maintainability.
- Performance improvements and internal cleanup.
1.0
- Initial public release.
- Added support for downloading installed plugins as ZIP archives.