How I Built a Simpler Alternative to WooCommerce’s Amazon S3 Plugin — And Why You Might Prefer It

Spoiler: it doesn’t require a subscription, license activation, or a degree in AWS.


The Problem: Delivering Files Shouldn’t Be This Complicated

If you’ve ever tried to deliver digital products with WooCommerce, especially large files like:

  • motion backgrounds,
  • eBooks,
  • images, or
  • high-res PDFs…

You’ve probably hit the wall: storage limits, clunky downloads, or customers asking, “Why won’t it download?”

That’s when Amazon S3 enters the conversation. It’s scalable, fast, and reliable. But getting S3 to work smoothly with WooCommerce?

That’s another story.


Why I Didn’t Use the Official WooCommerce Plugin

Like many, I checked out WooCommerce’s Amazon S3 plugin. It works — but it comes with strings:

  • 💰 $129/year
  • 🔐 Requires a WooCommerce subscription
  • 😐 Still lets images and PDFs open in-browser
  • 🤹‍♂️ More settings than I needed

I wanted something leaner. So I built it.


Introducing: S3 Delivery Pro for WooCommerce

A simple, no-fuss plugin that helps you deliver files securely from Amazon S3 — without the bloat or recurring fees.

✅ What It Does

  • Connects WooCommerce to your S3 bucket
  • Lets you attach files to products using the S3 key
  • Generates secure, expiring download links
  • Forces downloads (no more browser previews)
  • Adds test tools and admin controls for easier setup

One-time payment. Lifetime updates. No activation keys.


Why It’s Different (and Friendlier)

Here’s what makes S3 Delivery Pro stand out:

FeatureS3 Delivery ProWooCommerce Plugin
One-time payment✅ Yes❌ $129/year
Easy file linking✅ Yes✅ Yes
Forces download (no in-browser opens)✅ Yes❌ Sometimes
Built-in test tools✅ Yes❌ No
Requires activation key❌ No✅ Yes
Trust-based licensing✅ Yes❌ No

Pick a License. No Keys. Just Trust.

I offer four license tiers:

  • Personal ($49) – unlimited personal sites
  • Freelancer ($149) – up to 5 client sites
  • Agency ($249) – up to 20 client sites
  • Unlimited Dev ($399) – for unlimited client installs

No activations. Just pick what matches how you work.

👉 See the pricing options here


Does It Actually Work?

Absolutely. I’ve tested it with:

  • ZIPs
  • PDFs
  • MP4 videos
  • Images

Final Thoughts

If you want a plugin that:

  • just works,
  • doesn’t nickel-and-dime you,
  • and respects your time as a developer or store owner…

You’ll probably love S3 Delivery Pro as much as I do.


Ready to Deliver Files the Easy Way?

🛒 Buy S3 Delivery Pro – $49

One file. One price. Full control.
No subscriptions. No activation keys. No surprises.