TYPO3 Extension: fp-fileprotector

The extension fp-fileprotector allows you to restrict access to file storages in TYPO3 and define granular access rules for individual files and folders.

Features

• Secure file protection through .htaccess and middleware — protected files are shielded at the web server level and served through a TYPO3 middleware that enforces access on every request.
• File access based on backend user permissions — backend users reach exactly those protected files they are already allowed to see and manage in the TYPO3 file list, reusing their existing file mount and storage permissions.
• File access based on frontend users and groups — grant access to logged-in frontend users, optionally limited to specific users or user groups.
• Above all: easy extensibility with your own access types — add custom access rules with just a small class and a partial, without touching the extension's core. See the developer documentation.

Requirements

• TYPO3 CMS
• Web server with .htaccess support (AllowOverride All)

Installation

1. Install the extension via Composer or the TYPO3 Extension Manager.
2. Activate a storage in the backend module File Protection (under "Files").
3. Place the .htaccess file (template at Resources/Private/htacces.txt) in the root directory of the storage.