Download multiple media in one click: the Download Medias as ZIP of WPMasterToolKit

When managing a media-rich WordPress site, it's often the case that you need to retrieve several images, videos or PDF files at once. Unfortunately, WordPress offers no native solution for downloading multiple files from the media library at once. To meet this need, we've created the Download Medias as ZIP from WPMasterToolKit.

This module adds a simple but powerful feature: the ability to select multiple media files and download them directly as a ZIP archivewithout having to install any additional plug-ins or use FTP.

Which plugin can this module replace?

This module can be used to replace specialized extensions such as "Export Media Library, "Download Media Files or even "WordPress Media Downloader. The difference is that WPMasterToolKit only loads the module's PHP class if it's enabled - guaranteeing a faster, lighter site.

Simplified management of grouped media downloads

With the Download Medias as ZIPyou can now :

• Select multiple files in the WordPress media library (list or grid mode)
• Select action " Download ZIP "in grouped actions
• Automatically download a ZIP archive containing all selected files

No need to upload media one by one: WPMasterToolKit automates the whole process through native integration into the WordPress interface.

The module uses the ZipArchive of PHP to dynamically create an archive containing the selected files. Once generated, the ZIP file is immediately offered for download, then automatically deleted from the server, guaranteeing clean, secure management of temporary files.

Safety and performance at the heart of the module

Each download request is protected by a nonce WordPress to prevent misuse (CSRF protection).
Files are temporarily stored in a dedicated WPMasterToolKit directory, then deleted as soon as they are no longer required using the wpmtk_download_media_as_zip_delete().

The module does not overload WordPress :

• The necessary JavaScript scripts are only loaded and on the media page (upload.php)
• ZIP processing is server-side, for selected files only
• Error messages are displayed via the admin notices native (admin_notices) for smooth integration

How to use the module

1. Activate the "Download medias as ZIP from the WPMasterToolKit panel.
2. See you in Media → Library.
3. Select several files.
4. From the grouped actions drop-down menu, select "Download ZIP.
5. Click "Apply": the ZIP file is immediately generated and downloaded.

In the background, the module takes care of everything: nonce validation, file verification, ZIP creation and temporary file cleanup.

Conclusion

The module Download Medias as ZIP from WPMasterToolKit is an essential tool for anyone who regularly manages a large number of media files.
Simple, fast and dependency-free, it makes life much easier for WordPress administrators, while maintaining optimal performance.

Thanks to him, uploading several files at once is finally possible directly from the WordPress media libraryin just one click.