Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

Adding a Download Button to Your WordPress MP3 Player

Are you a musician, podcaster, or blogger who frequently shares audio files on your WordPress website? With the help of a WordPress plugin, you can easily add an MP3 player to your website to enhance the listening experience for your audience. However, you may also want to provide an option for users to download the audio file directly from the player. In this article, we'll show you how to add a download button to your WordPress MP3 player.

Step 1: Install and Activate the Plugin

To add a download button to your WordPress MP3 player, you'll need to use a plugin that supports this feature. One popular choice is the "AudioIgniter" plugin. To install and activate the plugin, follow these steps:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to "Plugins" > "Add New."
2. Search for "AudioIgniter" and click "Install Now."
3. Once the plugin is installed, click "Activate."

Step 2: Create an Audio Playlist

Now that the plugin is active, you can create an audio playlist to add to your website. Here's how:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to "AudioIgniter" > "Playlists."
2. Click "Add New Playlist."
3. Give your playlist a title and add the audio files you want to include by clicking "Add Audio File" and selecting the file from your media library or uploading a new file.
4. Rearrange the order of the audio files if necessary by dragging and dropping them.
5. Click "Publish" to save the playlist.

Step 3: Add the Playlist to Your Website

Once you've created your playlist, you can add it to your website using a shortcode. Here's how:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to "Pages" > "Add New" (or edit an existing page/post).
2. Add the shortcode "[audioigniter]" to the editor where you want the playlist to appear.
3. Replace the default parameters with the ID of your playlist, like this: "[audioigniter playlist="1"]"
4. Click "Publish" to save your changes.

Step 4: Add the Download Button

Now that your MP3 player is visible on your website, it's time to add the download button. Here's how:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to "AudioIgniter" > "Settings."
2. Click the "Display" tab.
3. Scroll down to the "Download Button" section and check the box next to "Enable Download Button."
4. Customize the text that appears on the button if necessary.
5. Click "Save Changes."

That's it! Your WordPress MP3 player now includes a download button that allows users to save the audio file directly to their device. By providing this option, you make it easier for your audience to access and enjoy your content on their own terms.