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EDocman - Joomla Download Manager - Documents Management

EDocman is the leading document and files download manager extension for Joomla. Building based on Joomla Access Control Level System (ACL), Edocman gives you a very powerful, flexible permission system which you can use to control who can access, download, manage your documents from both front-end and back-end of Joomla site. Especially, Documents Indexing tool can be used to scan PDF, MS Office files as soon as they are uploaded.

Version: 3.7 Last Updated: Jun 04 2026 Compatible: Joomla 3.9.0+, Joomla 4, Joomla 5, Joomla 6

Version 3.7 | Released June 04th, 2026

Enterprise Document Management
Made Simple for Joomla

Full-text search inside PDFs, smart permissions, bulk import from anywhere—
all in one powerful extension trusted by 50,000+ sites worldwide.

Deep Content Search

Index & search inside PDF, DOCX, XLSX files automatically

Granular Permissions

ACL inheritance down to document level—no data leaks

Lightning Import

Bulk upload thousands of files in one click—keep folder structure

Audit - Ready Download Logs

Track who accessed what, when, and from where. Export reports for compliance and security reviews in one click

Frontend Submissions with Moderation

Let teams upload from the site frontend while you approve, moderate, and version files without touching the backend

Cloud Storage Integrations

Connect Dropbox, Google Drive, or Amazon S3. Import in bulk, keep folder structure, and serve files reliably at scale

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Trusted by organizations worldwide

50,000+ Active Installations

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15+ Years in Business

Why EDocman?

Eight pillars that make document management effortless

Full-text Search

Find content inside PDF, DOCX, XLSX. One search query reveals the exact document—no manual digging through files.

Automatic indexing on upload
Search file names + content simultaneously
Instant results across thousands of documents

Bulk Import

Import thousands of files from folder/Dropbox in one click—preserve folder structure, save hours of manual work.

Drag & drop multiple files at once
Import from local folders or remote URLs
Maintain hierarchical directory structure

Smart Permissions

ACL inheritance down to document level. Assign the right people—prevent data leaks with granular control.

Component ? Category ? Document inheritance
Per-user or per-group access control
View, download, edit, delete permissions

Logs & Audit

Know who downloaded what, when, from where. Generate compliance reports in 60 seconds.

Track downloads with IP, browser, timestamp
Export audit logs for compliance
Email notifications for new uploads

Flexible Download Options

Multiple download methods to fit your workflow. From simple direct downloads to advanced license acceptance—you control the experience.

Direct download for instant access
Collect user information before download
Mass download multiple files at once
Require license acceptance before download

Document Preview

View files without downloading. Preview PDFs, images, videos, and audio files directly in the browser—save bandwidth and time.

Built-in PDF viewer with zoom & navigation
Google Docs Viewer integration
HTML5 media player for video/audio
Image gallery with lightbox effect

SEF & SEO Optimized

Search engine friendly URLs out of the box. Boost your document discoverability with native Joomla SEF and multilingual support.

Joomla native SEF URL support
Meta title, description, keywords for each document
Full multilingual support (Joomla language associations)
Sh404SEF plugin for advanced SEO

Easy Migration

Switch from other extensions in minutes. Built-in migration tools preserve your data structure, permissions, and download history.

One-click migration from DOCman
Phoca Download import wizard
Preserve categories, files, and permissions
No data loss—complete migration guarantee

More Features for Your Needs

Expand functionality and streamline your workflow with these premium features

Core Features

Compatible Joomla 4.x, 5.x and 6.x
Fully compatible with PHP 8.x
Support Bootstrap 5 and UIKIT
Unlimited data (categories & documents)
Multi-category assignment per document
Document lock status

Access Control & Permissions

Control who can add, edit, delete, publish/unpublish
Assign documents to specific users, groups only
Joomla ACL integration at all levels
Private user file areas with upload/download limits

Layout & Display

Categories page to display list of categories (and sub-categories)
Category page to display list of documents in different layouts
Microdata added to help search engines

Download Logs & Analytics

Log user's IP address
Log user's web browser information
Record download date and time
Export logs for compliance reporting

Import & Upload

Simple upload interface
Third party storages: Dropbox, Amazon S3
Frontend submission system with notifications

Other Features & Integrations

RSS feed for documents
Social sharing integration
Share document functionality
Microdata / Schema.org markup
Built-in translation function
Support GDPR compliance
Gallery view for image documents
Downloads & Upload limits per user/group
JComments integration
Membership extensions integration

Modules & Plugins

Categories listing module Categories tree list module Top Hits / Top Downloaded / Newest Documents Document tags & titles slider Documents calendar module Joomla Smart Search plugin Content plugin Xtd Editors plugin Dropbox, Google Drive, Amazon S3 plugins Download & Upload limitation plugins

Loved by Joomla Professionals

See what our customers say about EDocman

Darren Knipe

IT Manager, Healthcare Corp

"The full-text search is a game-changer. We migrated 15,000 medical documents and staff can now find patient records in seconds instead of minutes."

Result: 80% faster document retrieval

Wim Ruiterkamp

Operations Director, Legal Firm

"It is a very useful program, wthout we could not do. Worth every Euro"

Result: Passed compliance audit with zero findings

Valentina Pontoni

Web Developer, Education Portal

"Bulk imported 8,000 course materials from our old system in under 30 minutes. The folder structure was preserved perfectly—no manual reorganization needed."

Result: Migration completed in 1 day vs. estimated 2 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about EDocman

Does EDocman work with Joomla 6?

Yes! EDocman 3.1 is fully compatible with Joomla 4.x, 5.x, and 6.x. It also supports PHP 8.1++, ensuring future-proof compatibility.

Can I search inside PDF and Word documents?

Absolutely. EDocman automatically indexes the content of PDF, DOCX, and XLSX files on upload. Users can search both file names and the text inside documents from a single search box.

How do I migrate from DOCman or Phoca Download?

EDocman includes built-in migration tools for both DOCman and Phoca Download. Simply install EDocman, run the migration wizard, and all your documents, categories, and permissions will be transferred automatically.

Can I store files on Dropbox or Amazon S3?

Yes. EDocman integrates with Dropbox, Google Drive, and Amazon S3. You can reduce hosting costs by storing large files on cloud storage while managing them through EDocman's interface.

Is there a limit on the number of documents?

No. EDocman supports unlimited documents, categories, and users. The only limit is your server's storage capacity.

What kind of support do you offer?

All licenses include 6 months of premium support via ticket system. We also provide extensive documentation, video tutorials, and a community forum. Priority support is available for Professional and Developer licenses.

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Yes. We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If EDocman doesn't meet your needs, contact us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund—no questions asked.

EDocman Speaks Your Language

Available in 8+ languages with more coming soon

English

Deutsch

Español

Français

Italiano

Nederlands

Czech

Hebrew

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EDocman for WordPress

Bring powerful document management to your WordPress site. 100% Free to get started!

Document Management

Organize files in categories with full backend control

Frontend Display

Beautiful listings, search, and document details pages

Role-Based Access

Control permissions with WordPress roles integration

User Uploads

Let users manage and upload documents from frontend

Version 1.0 Released | Actively Developed | More Features Coming Soon

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Categories Layouts

Categories Table Layout

Display sub-categories in table format

Categories Default Layout

Display sub-categories in default layout

Categories Blog Layout

Display sub-categories in blog style

Categories Gallery Layout

Display sub-categories in gallery format

Tree List

Display sub-categories and their documents in tree structure

Documents Layouts

Documents Default

Display documents in default layout

Documents Table

Display documents in table format

Documents Gallery

Display documents in gallery layout

Documents Blog

Display documents in blog style

Document Details & Other Features

Document Details Default

View document details in default layout

Document Details Blog

View document details in blog layout

Search Document

Search documents with advanced filters (Also supports Joomla Smart Search)

Upload Document

Upload documents from frontend

Manage Uploaded Documents

Manage your uploaded documents

Note: The demo site is reset every 2 hours. Feel free to test all features without worry!

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EDOCMAN RELEASED NOTES

Version 3.7 Released on 04th June 2026

Added frontend document version history
Added old-version download support
Added admin option to show/hide old versions
Improved one-time license acceptance by license
Fixed category parent clearing issue
Fixed mobile document thumbnail spacing

Version 3.6 Released on 09th May 2026

Added Edocman Slider module
Fixed Edocman Categories Tree module to support multiple instances on the same page
Fixed Edocman Documents module to display correct Modified date
Added tags display to document listing views
Improved Edocman Search layout and functionality

Version 3.5 Released on 06th April 2026

Improved Amazon S3 plugin and updated to the latest PHP library.
Added support for selecting files from Amazon S3 when creating new documents.
Enhanced Batch Upload in backend and frontend to allow removing uploaded files.
Improved Download Chart in backend with filtering by categories, documents, and date.
Updated Tags module to show only tags related to accessible documents.
Enabled Mass Download for documents stored in online storage services.
Added support for displaying document images in Edocman Documents module.
Improved code for Edocman Categories Filter, Edocman Categories Tree, Title Slider, and Limit Downloads plugin.
Introduced a tool to migrate data from jDownloads to Edocman.
Fixed issue in Edocman Import system plugin.

Version 3.4 Released on 02^nd March 2026

Added EDocmanHelperSecurity (central security helper for all document upload/download actions)
Improved Categories tree (stronger security + default expand/collapse option for parent categories)
Added option to show/hide “Copy document link” button on document details page
Improved backend tooltips and Categories filter dropdown usability
Updated Google Drive plugin (stronger security + better compatibility with newer PHP versions)
Added option to publish/unpublish documents in Documents table layout
Released OneDrive plugin (beta) (available on request)
Fixed Categories Filter module compatibility issues for Joomla 5/6
Fixed EDocman Stats module compatibility issues for Joomla 5/6
Fixed EDocman Documents module display for most downloaded documents
Fixed SQL issue in backend Tags management
Improved Tags features (sort tags by number of related documents + view documents linked to each tag)

Version 3.3 Released on 15^th January 2026

Improved permissions & access inheritance (categories/documents)
Improved SEF routing for document URLs
Updated core library (OsInput)
Refreshed key layouts (frontend + backend)
Auto-index documents in Joomla Smart Search on save
Improved bookmarks (persistent for logged-in users)
Added approval notification email option (backend)
Added copy document link option (frontend)
Improved frontend category creation (inherit access)
Fixed module/layout/modal/XTD integration issues
Enhanced dashboard with top downloaded categories

Version 3.2 Released on 03^rd December 2025

Improved PDF viewer fixes image display issues in PDFs
Documents module upgrade prevents opening conflicts for PDF viewing
Gdrive enhancements resolve file deletion errors
Layout selection allows custom document display layouts
Data migration tool facilitates DOCman to Edocman data transfer
Upload size fix corrects max file size display on upload page
Enhanced security prevents unauthorized media file downloads

Version 3.1 Released on 24^th October 2025

Improve Edocman Import Plugin
Category Display Fix in Edocman Documents Module
Backend Category Image Upload Fix

Version 3.0 Released on 08^th September 2025

Fully compatible with Joomla 6
Optimized codebase for latest Joomla standards
Enhanced Mass Download feature for large files
Auto Clean plugin automatically deletes unused PDF files
Modern media player for audio and video playback

Version 2.2 Released on 18^th July 2025

Enhanced Edocman - Import Plugin
Improved CSV Category Import
Document Version History & Restore
Improved Online Storage Plugins (Dropbox & Google Drive)
New Export/Import SQL Data Feature
Reorganized Backend Tool Menus
Improved Management Layouts & Bug Fixes
Updated and Improved Language Packs

Version 2.1 Released on 10^th June 2025

Comprehensive PDF Viewing Enhancements
Accessibility Improvements
Source Code Improvements
Dark Layout Improvements

Version 2.0 Released on 14^th April 2025

Improve Plugin Edocman System-Import – Smarter and Fully Automated
Interface Enhancements in Edocman
Improve Search Methodology in Edocman
Instroduce Built-in PDF Viewer in Edocman
Joomla 5 Namespace Update: Filesystem Classes Moved Out of CMS Namespace
Improved Modules: Edocman Documents, Categories, Tree view, Edocman Title, and Slider
New Modal Popup Implementation in Edocman
Backend Layout Updates for Edocman
Inherit Owner Category Option in Edocman
Other Improvements and Bug Fixes in Edocman
New features will no longer be supported for the Joomla 3 version of Edocman

Version 1.25.11 Released on 06^th January 2025

Add Searchable option for categories
Improve document details layout
Other minor improvements and bugs fixed

Version 1.25.10 Released on 04^th November 2024

Improve sub-categories showing in blog layout
Add option to select Category and Document through modal box in menu parameters form
Add option to download the chart statistic CSV
Add Searchable option for categories
Improve Edocman Google Drive 3 (for Joomla 4 & 5)
Improve tags module
Update Edocman online documentation

Version 1.25.9 Released on 16^th September 2024

Add option to change status of expired documents to archived
Add Owner groups field for categories and improve functionality to inherit category owner
Improve Bookmark feature
Improve "Add document" layouts at frontend side and make them fully responsive
Improve Edocman Search functions
Add Category titles column in "My documents" layout
Fix issue when moving document's categories in the documents list
Fix issue on download function

Version 1.25.8 Released on 15^th August 2024

Add option to duplicate documents
Add option to filter documents by created date
Add option to copy download links in documents management page
Fix issues in previous versions

Version 1.25.7 Released on 01^st July 2024

Improve categories management function
Improve Batch Upload function
Improve layouts
Improve tags module
Improve plugin Action log
Improve plugin gallery
Improve plugin notification
Improve Limit downloads/Upload
Improve plugin System import
Improve plugin thumbnail generator

Version 1.25.6 Released on 13^th May 2024

Update Edocman Dropbox plugin
Improve Edocman Batch Upload function
Improve Edocman Finder plugin
Improve Edocman Documents module
Fix previous issues

Version 1.25.5 Released on 06^th April 2024

Improve Edocman Dropbox plugin
Improve Edocman Content link plugin
Improve Edocman Check missing file plugin
Improve Edocman Search plugin
Improve Edocman PDF viewer plugin
Improve Edocman Check missing file plugin
Fix issues in previous versions

Version 1.25.4 Released on 02^nd March 2024

Fix serious issue when changing parent category
Add Categories gallery layout
Improve Documents Gallery layout (Columns layout)
Improve Edocman Documents module
Improve Edocman Tags module
Improve Edocman Editor xtd plugin
Fix issues in previous versions
Improve Backend of component to compatible with Dark mode of Joomla 5

Version 1.25.3 Released on 16^th January 2024

Add document archived status
Showing both published and unpublished documents at frontend with super user role
Add indicator for unpublished documents at frontend side
Add Human titles configure option
Improve Documents download statistic chart
Improve Edocman Categories, Documents and Tags modules

Version 1.25.2 Released on 07^th December 2023

Support Dark/light layout style (Frontend)
Support Dark mode (Backend - Joomla 5)
Add layout configure options
Fix issue in Bookmark layout
Fix issue on saving category
Fix other minor issues

Version 1.25.1 Released on 01^st November 2023

Improve Edocman Indexer plugin (compatible with Joomla 5)
Improve Edocman Download Log function
Improve Edocman Action Log plugin
Improve Edocman Search function
Fix issues of Edocman component on Joomla 5 environment
Fix issue in Edocman Search module

Version 1.25.0 Released on 14^th September 2023

Fully compatible with Joomla 5
Add option to keep or remove folders when categories deleted
Add tool to remove edocman documents in root folder manually
Fix issue when save&close items at Backend
Check file before downloading for viewing
Improve security function

Version 1.24.7 Released on 01^st August 2023

Fix XSS issue on documents uploading

Version 1.24.6 Released on 08^th July 2023

Improve documents listing/ searching functions
Improve Edocman Finder plugin
Improve Edocman Categories tree module
Improve Edocman Checkfiles plugin
Add option to hide documents from online search engines
Support m4a, oga files
Fix issues in categories listing

Version 1.24.5 Released on 06^th May 2023

Add Mass Download at Backend side
Add option to exclude categories in search
Improve Sef function
Improve Category tree module
Improve Edocman Search module
Improve GDrive integration plugin
Improve Edocman Import plugin

Version 1.24.4 Released on 06^th April 2023

Add indicators to documents of Edocman Documents module
Update GPX mime map
Update attribute of column indexed_content in database from text to long text
Improve frontend layouts
Fix some minor issues

Version 1.24.3 Released on 07^th February 2023

Improve PDF Indexer plugin to add option to index content of pdf files without popen enable
Improve CSV import to make it to work with PHP 8.x
Improve MP3 player
Fix login redirection issue
Other minor issues fixed

Version 1.24.2 Released on 04^th January 2023

Improve Edocman Search function/layout
Add option to exclude indexing all documents of specific categories (required update PDF Indexer plugin)
Improve Edocman Statistic module (Backend side)
Improve Edocman Tags module to check accessible documents
Add Edocman Slider module for Joomla 4 (contact us to get the module)

Version 1.24.1 Released on 23^th November 2022

Improve Edocman Editor-xtd plugin
Improve performance with third-party data storages
Improve Search function
Fix minor issues

Version 1.24.0 Released on 21^th October 2022

Add option to index content of PDF files on third party storages (Dropbox, Google Drive and Amazon S3)
Add Joomla Editor-xtd plugins to add short codes of Categories and Documents into editor
Add Joomla Login option (beside Edocman login in previous versions)
Add option to select default listing type with "Default" theme
Add document description tags in email content
Fix the redrecting issue after saving document and category at frontend
Fix issue when delete, publish documents in documents search result
Fix document duplicate alias issue
Modify search module to avoid XSS
Improve Edocman Category and Document content plugins

Version 1.23.4 Released on 30^th September 2022

Fix XSS vulnerability issue in Search function

Version 1.23.3 Released on 05^th September 2022

Showing files based on selected category - Add document form (Backend side)
Add option in categories to override number columns in Documents Default Grid and Columns layouts
Add CSS Class field in categories
Add Canonical tag in document details page
Showing unpublished categories in dropdown select list Category with Administrator
Fix issue in module Edocman documents

Version 1.23.2 Released on 01^st August 2022

Improve the Search layout and Search module
Improve Edocman Editor-Xtd
Improve Edocman Documents module - Adding exclude category IDs
Improve Batch Upload function
Improve Categories management function - Frontend side
Add Checkboxes in User Documents list to allow user to delete documents
Fix issue in Edocman Gdrive on PHP 8
Fix issue with Checkboxes in Categories management - Frontend side

Version 1.23.1 Released on 23^th June 2022

Add option to track search phrases and make the create tags based on search phrases
Improve Edocman Backend layouts
Fix issue on Edocman Search module
Fix Log issue in Categories layout
Fix Language issue at Frontend side

Version 1.23.0 Released on 27^th May 2022

Improve Edocman Search layout
Add option to export all documents to CSV file
Improve modal boxes
Add Download Trend graph at Edocman Dashboard (Joomla4)
Improve Edocman documents module - add option to filter documents by User
Improve Edocman Statistic module
Improve Edocman Calendar module
Improve Edocman TreeCats module
Improve Edocman Content link plugin
Fix various issues in previous versions

Version 1.22.0 Released on 05^th April 2022

Add option to filter missing files documents at Backend side
Add option to disable download with specific documents when reaching number of download times
Add option to create Link (Href) custom fields for documents
Add option to filter/show tags in module: Edocman documents
Implement Phoca2Edocman migration tool for Joomla 4
Improve Edocman Finder plugin
Fix issue in Edocman Dropbox plugin
Fix issue in Edocman Document Expires notification plugin

Version 1.21.0 Released on 12^th February 2022

Retouch Joomla4 layouts
Add options to move parent and sub-categories in Joomla4
Fix issue on Categories Inherit access level
Fix Joomla Check-in issue

Version 1.20.4 Released on 10^th December 2021

Fix issues from previous version

Version 1.20.3 Released on 04^th October 2021

Fix issue of Edocman on Joomla 4 environment

Version 1.20.2 Released on 24^th September 2021

Fix issues from previous version

Version 1.20.1 Released on 05^th September 2021

Fix issues from previous version

Version 1.20.0 Released on 19^th August 2021

Fully compatible with Joomla 4

Version 1.19.10 Released on 08^th July 2021

Add Edocman Form plugin which alllow to show Document details in Joomla article
Add Download Chart view at Backend side
Improve Edocman Gdrive plugin
Improve Login to Download function
Add function to remove data temporarily view folder
Fix issue in Edocman Categories tree module
Fix issue in Edocman Tags module
Fix issue when changing category names
Fix issue when changing main category of document
Add configure option to show warning when user doesn't have permission to download document

Version 1.19.9 Released on 01^st June 2021

Add Mass Download feature
Added a configuration that allows you to choose whether to append an unique number before or after the file name to avoid overwriting
Add option to select access groups when add/edit document at frontend side

Version 1.19.8 Released on 02^nd May 2021

Add option to exclude documents from Indexing progress
Add option to show Document (Document View url: Youtube, Vimeo) through modal popup
Improve Edocman Tags module
Improve Edocman Documents module
Fix SQL issue on Edocman Documents Auto Import plugin

Version 1.19.7 Released on 26^th March 2021

Rename Category folder when its path changed
Add Edocman Thumbnail Generator for PDF documents (Required ImageMagick library enabled)
Add Default ItemID parameter for Edocman Editor-xtd plugin
Add Breadcrumb for PDF Viewer layout
Improve Login modal popup layout
Add feature to view "Picture" documents through modal popup
Fix issue on selecting Access groups on Ajax Upload function (Batch Upload)

Version 1.19.6 Released on 23^th February 2021

Compatible with Joomla 4 Beta 7 - Bootstrap 5
Improve Edocman Content Link plugin - support Login to Download
Add tag [CATEGORY] in all Edocman emails
Fix Bulk Import issue

Version 1.19.5 Released on 14^th January 2021

Add PDF View plugin

Version 1.19.4 Released on 07^th January 2021

Fix issue on Add document on option to select existing physical file vs upload new file
Support UIKIT3 library
Improve Edocman Categories tree layouts

Version 1.19.3 Released on 27^th November 2020

Improve Router function
Add Cache in Edocman Categories Tree module
Fix issue on Edocman notification plugin when using Ajax Upload
Add option to inherit access level of parent category when adding sub-categories (Backend side)
Add option to allow administrator to upload file or selecting existing file when adding new document (Backend side)
Fix some issues on Joomla4 beta

Version 1.19.2 Released on 20^th October 2020

Add Document rating feature
Improve Edocman Editor-xtd plugin
Add option to show Bookmark button in Documents listing
Fix permission issue when adding document through modal window
Improve Edocman documents module

Version 1.19.1 Released on 17^th September 2020

Improve Documents Bookmark layout (add Download and View buttons)
Improve Edocman Tags module (add option to show/hide tags that having no documents are assigned)
Improve Edocman Amazon S3 plugin
Improve Edocman Action log to store Document view log
Fix issues in previous versions

Version 1.19.0 Released on 01^st August 2020

Compatible with Joomla 4 beta
Improve Joomla Search plugin
Improve Joomla Editor-Xtd plugin

Version 1.18.1 Released on 08^th July 2020

Fix issue on adding Tags for documents at Backend side

Version 1.18.0 Released on 02^nd July 2020

Improve the way to add Tags for documents
Improve Document Download Limit plugin
Improve Edocman Categories Tree module
Add option to Accept License one time
Fix issue on Download function in Documents list
Fix issue on Login to Download function in Documents Table layout
Fix issue on User Documents function

Version 1.17.2 Released on 11^th June 2020

Add configure option to enable/disable removing non-utf8 characters in document filenames
Add feature to resize thumbnail pictures based on coordinates of original photo
Add "Ariel Label" attribute into Link tags in Edocman component
Remove thumbnail pictures when their documents are removed

Version 1.17.1 Released on 11^th May 2020

Add option to allow user to add subcategories from frontend side
Improve "Categories management" permission (ACL)
Auto-generate thumbnail pictures with Photo documents
Fix issue on Joomla4 alpha

Version 1.17.0 Released on 04^th April 2020

Add configure option to show/hide View button in Documents table layout
Improve Ajax Upload function (Frontend side) to send notification emails after saving uploaded documents
Add configure option to show/hide text "No available documents" in Category view
Add option to sort documents by Publishing start date
Add configure option to allow you to select Layout that user will be redirected after uploading documents (Frontend side)
Add feature to enlarge photos of documents in listing pages
Fix "Empty documents creating" issue when plugin Limit Downloads is enabled

Version 1.16.8 Released on 27^th March 2020

Fix SQL error in PHP 7.4.x and MySQL 8.x environment

Version 1.16.7 Released on 27^th February 2020

Add option to show number documents in Edocman Categories module
Showing Created date, File size and Number download times in Documents Default layout
Improve filter bar of Documents Management page at Backend side

Version 1.16.6 Released on 1^st February 2020

Fix issue on Edocman Breadcrumb
Fix issue on Edocman Categories tree module
Fix layout issue on Document modification form
Improve Document Upload form

Version 1.16.5 Released on 13^th January 2020

Add publishing date filtering in Documents management page (Backend side)
Add limit level option in module: Edocman Categories tree
Fix issue on saving category (Backend side)
Add option to show Joomla site name in Browser page title of Edocman layouts

Version 1.16.4 Released on 2^nd December 2019

Add option to show/hide number Download in the list
Fix Download/View permission issue in document details page
Offer option to migrate documents from DOCman extension and the physical files are being placed on third party storages

Version 1.16.3 Released on 4^th November 2019

Add options to show Hot and Featured documents in module Edocman documents
Fix issue on loading Categories at frontend
Fix minor issues in previous version

Version 1.16.2 Released on 16^th October 2019

Fix some bugs on Edocman 1.16.1

Version 1.16.1 Released on 14^th October 2019

Fix some bugs on Edocman 1.16.0

Version 1.16.0 Released on 10^th October 2019

Compatible with Joomla4 alpha
Remove Joomla deprecated functions
Import categories through CSV files
Remove file extensions in document titles when using Batch Upload
Add document titles automatically based on names of selected file
Update Edocman Acymailing
Add Document Download Password
Improve User's documents layout - add filter option
Add Empty documents in Category pages

Version 1.15.1 Released on 29^th August 2019

Add option to send notification email when the document is uploaded at frontend side
Backup file: document.xml when you install/ update Edocman extension
Backup and migrate English language files
Fix issue on module: Categories tree

Version 1.15.0 Released on 12^th July 2019

Add option to clean Edocman temporarily folder
Add option to make documents to inherit Owner Ids from Category
Improve Edocman Editors-xtd plugin
Fix browser page title issues on layouts: Categories and Category
Improve Edocman Category Filter module
Improve Edocman Category Tree module
Improve Joomla Content plugin: Edocman Category
Hide Edocman menus on modal popup (Backend side)

Version 1.14.0 Released on 7^th June 2019

Manage Categories at Frontend
Add layout to list Just Updated documents in Edocman documents module
List "No activity documents" in Statistic box at Edocman Dashboard
Add option to link Document created user to Joomla User profile, CB or JomSocial
Add option to index content of file: xls, xlsx
Add view option in Tree View layout
Add tag [DOCUMENT_LINK] in "New document uploaded" notification email to administrator
Assign existing files on Amazon S3 to new document in Edocman
Fix issue on creating Document aliases when using Bulk Import
Fix issue on Document aliases generating

Version 1.13.0 Released on 5^th May 2019

Add Edocman User log action plugin (For Joomla 3.9.x)
Add migrate tool from Phoca Download
Add option to list related documents by Tags
Add value for field: Path of Edocman category
Show Link icon with External link documents
Adjust CSS
Fix issue with Sef links in Edocman documents module
Fix JS issue on documents table layout
Fix access level issue on Edocman Search module
Fix issue on Edocman statistic module

Version 1.12.1 Released on 3^rd April 2019

Add new layout to show categories and documents
Add canonical tag to avoid document links duplication

Version 1.12.0 Released on 12^th March 2019

Add Association documents option
Implement Category Blog and Document Blog layouts
Add Owner column in Documents list
Add option to View/Edit/Delete documents in Documents table layout

Version 1.11.8 Released on 23^th February 2019

Fix security issue on Joomla SQL injection from previous Edocman versions

Version 1.11.7 Released on 11^th February 2019

Fix issue on download/upload documents when third party storage plugins (Dropbox, Gdrive, Amazon S3) are enabled but no parameters entered.
Fix issue with foreign language packages of Edocman

Version 1.11.6 Released on 18^th January 2019

Add plugin to send reminder email when documents are about to expire
Show alert when documents are about to expire

Version 1.11.5 Released on 13^th January 2019

Add language packages

Czech
German
Italian
Hebrew
Dutch
French
Spanish

Version 1.11.4 Released on 10^th January 2019

Improve Documents table layout
Improve Edocman documents layout
Fix issue on Publish/ Unpublish, Delete documents from frontend
Fix Document Upload issue (1.11.3)
Fix Media player issue

Version 1.11.3 Released on 7^th January 2019

Add new feature: Bookmark documents
Add Upload limit plugin with option to limit number files and total size uploaded by users
Fix Google viewer issue

Version 1.11.2 Released on 10^th December 2018

Add Creator filtering in Documents management page (Back-end side)
Fix "Missing file" issue when turning on Edocman Dropbox plugin
Fix Amazon S3 plugin issue

Version 1.11.1 Released on 1^st December 2018

Add layout to list categories in table
Add configure options to setup columns in Grid view of Default layout

Version 1.11.0 Released on 19^th November 2018

Add Ajax upload function at front-end side
Add Sort function in User documents layout
Improve UI on Documents table, Document grid and Document details layouts
Add option to delete folder of category when it is removed
Add option to show Error 404 when the physical file of document isn't exists
Fix issue on showing number main categories per row

Version 1.10.1 Released on 1^st November 2018

Add Downloads limit plugin
Add Categories tree module
Add Configure option to choose List/Grid style of Default layout
Show "missing file" icons in documents list

Version 1.9.14 Released on 15^th October 2018

Improve Documents column layout
Fix Edocman - Joomla Search plugin to add document photo into search result
Adjust Edocman category, document modification layouts

Version 1.9.12 Released on 25^th September 2018

Fix issue happens when saving document. The cause from Edocman Notification plugin

Version 1.9.11 Released on 20^th September 2018

Add option to allow user to exclude their email out of (new document uploaded/ document updated) notification emails
Add Tags cloud module
Improve Edocman documents module
Add option to increase Version of Edocman documents
Retouch Edocman Configuration page
Fix Access permission issue (1.9.10)

Version 1.9.10 Released on 1st September 2018

Improve access level to Categories and Documents
Add Document gallery

Version 1.9.9 Released on 8th August 2018

Integrate with Google Drive
Add Related documents

Version 1.9.8 Released on 24th July 2018

Improve Documents Columns layout
Update document location when changing document category
Add View option in plugin: Edocman Content link and Edocman Editors-Xtd
Fix issue on Edocman Acymailing plugin

Version 1.9.7 Released on 29th June 2018

Add option to allow user to view document through Google Viewer on any download permissions
Add feature to search categories from Back-end side with any child levels

Version 1.9.6 Released on 15th June 2018

Improve layouts
Add Privacy checkbox in Document Download collect information
Add configure option to show/hide Category in Document details
Add configure option to limit description of categories, documents in listing pages

Version 1.9.5 Released on 3rd May 2018

Compatible with Joomla 4 Alpha
Compatible with Bootstrap 2 & 3 & 4
Improving Back-end layout

Version 1.9.4 Released on 4th April 2018

Add Edocman Calendar module
Add Document owner group
Showing Expired label in Documents management
Show/hide Download and View buttons in specific categories
Add option to assign uploader as owner automatically
New more Edocman configure options
Add [DOCUMENT_TITLE] tag into all email's subjects

Version 1.9.3 Released on 6th March 2018

Add AcyMailing plugin
Improve Edocman notification plugin to add option to allow administrator to send only published documents
Add Auto Approval field for category

Version 1.9.2 Released on 17th January 2018

Add Back-end module Edocman stats to show latest documents, most popular and most downloaded documents with number available categories, documents in Edocman system
Add parameter into Amazon S3 plugin to allow you to enter location of your Bucket
Add layout to list documents in alphabetical in Edocman documents module
Fix Default license issue
Fix issue Showing unpublished document at front-end side
Fix Joomla Edocman Search plugin when it returns "End publishing" documents in Result page
Fix issue on Modal Login to Download
Fix Title Slider module issue
Fix Sef issue when viewing document

Version 1.9.1 Released on 21th November 2017

Add "Updated" indicator
Add language constants for configure options in Configuration page
Fix Delete Own permission issue

Version 1.9.0 Released on 26th October 2017

Instroduce Document Locked function
Add Media player functions to Document types: FLV, MP4, MP3, OGG, OGV
Add Configure option to force user to Accept license before downloading document
Showing Category, Document thumbnail images when modifying at Back-end side
Improve User documents interface to a responsive layout
Add Configure option to open External links in new or current windows

Version 1.8.9 Released on 2nd October 2017

Improve Edocman Dropbox plugin to work with Dropbox API V2
Add Falang Elements for Edocman
Improve Edocman Category and Document modification layout
Improve Edocman documents

Version 1.8.8 Released on 11th September 2017

Add Sh404sef Ext plugin for Edocman
Add Category name of documents in Search result
Add File extensions filtering for Edocman Search module

Version 1.8.6 Released on 16th August 2017

Add Filter Categories module - http://edocmandocs.ext4joomla.com/modules-plugins/edocman-filter-categories
Add Batch function at Documents list (Back-end side) to allow administrator to assign Additional Categories for document(s)
Improve Edocman Smart search plugin to allow to search through Indexed content
Improve Edocman Indexer plugin to allow it to index .docx files
Fix issue on One time Download Collection

Version 1.8.5 Released on 10th July 2017

Add Amazon S3 plugin to allow you to store documents on Amazon storage

Version 1.8.4 Released on 6th July 2017

Fix Edocman auto update and latest version alert issue

Version 1.8.3 Released on 6th June 2017

1. Update file size after replacing file
2. Add Sef optimize function
3. Fully compatible with Bootstrap 2 and Bootstrap 3
4. One time entering Name and Email/ download documents many times

Version 1.8.2 Released on 24th April 2017

Improve Edocman Categories module to allow administrator to select parent category
Fix issue on Edocman Documents (Latest documents showing)
Fix issue on Edocman xtd plugin

Version 1.8.1 Released on 14th March 2017

Featured Added

Add orphan documents filter in documents listing (Back-end side)
Add configure option to sort documents by file size (beside title, description and Id as current)
Add Text message configure option to show at top of the Document upload form
Confirmation before saving document at front-end
Custom CSS modifying
Improve Documents module
Fix issue on Edit own permission

Version 1.8.0 Released on 6th January 2017

Featured Added

Add Delete Own permission
Add Document history
Improve document information in case the document is stored in different server
Various minor issues fixed

Version 1.7.9 Released on 10th November 2016

Featured Added

Login to download
Replace picture icons by IcoMoon Css

Improved

Search function through document tags
Google Viewer

Version 1.7.7 Released on 18th August 2016

Featured Added

Update new Edocman version from Back-end of your site directly.

Version 1.7.6 Released on 18th August 2016

Featured Added

Documents can be viewed in the browser itself or with Google Viewer when supported. Visit demo here
Microdata is added to documents to help search engines better understand the presented information.
Improve Documents Table layout. Visit demo here

Version 1.7.5 Released on 9th May 2016

Featured Added

Joomla 3.5.x and PHP7 compatible
Orphan documents removing
Quick moving Category in Documents list
Search module improvement

Issue fixed

Edocman Notification plugin - plug_edocman_notification.zip

Version 1.7.4 - Released on 16th February 2015

1. Slider module added
2. Migrate data from Docman to Edocman extension
3. Quick move button in Documents Management page
4. Jcomment plugin added
5. Add "Disable sending Notification with Assigned documents" option for plugin plug_edocman_notification.zip

Version 1.7.3 - Released on 6th January 2015

- Add document version
- Add document view url
- Add Dropbox integration plugin
- Add Modified date in Documents listing
- Reset Download logs after updating document
- Issue fixed: Tag searching

Version 1.7.2 - Released on 23th November 2015

1. Edit document at front-end: Allow user to select License
2. Show PDF Indexed content at document modification at Back-end
3. Allow administrator to re-index PDF documents
4. Default license at front-end
6. Fix security bugs at Front-end side
7. Add Module class suffix for Categories, Documents listing and Search modules
8. Add Joomla 3.x submenu style
9. Fix minor issue with ACL in Joomla Search plugin

Version 1.7.1 - Released on 26th October 2015

=========== Add =============

1. Documents Drag & Drop Ordering.

2. Content plugin - Edocman link

=========== Improve =============

1. ACL based on category settings

2. Categories listing module

3. Display save button if there is create permission

4. Store modified time on saving document

5. ACL based on category settings

EDOCMAN SHOW CASES

Edocman demo: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman
Demo account: demo/demo

Main Categories

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman
This layout list all main categories of Edocman extension. It also list various modules of Edocman:

Edocman Search

Edocman Categories tree

Categories table layout

Link: www.joomdonationdemo.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/categories-table-layout

This layout list categories in Table layout. It also list various modules of Edocman:

Edocman documents.

Categories Tree view

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/categories-layouts/tree-list
This layout list categories in tree view. It also list various modules of Edocman:

Edocman tags.

Documents default layout

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/categories-layouts/categories-default-layout

This layout list documents in default layout (list/grid). It also list various modules of Edocman:

Edocman quicksearch.
Edocman categories filter.
Edocman slider.
Edocman documents.

Documents Table view

Link: www.joomdonationdemo.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/documents-table-layout
This layout list documents in table view.

Documents gallery layout

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/categories-layouts/categories-gallery-layout

This layout list documents in gallery layout.

Documents Blog view

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/categories-layouts/categories-blog-layout
This is documents blog layout.

Bookmark documents layout

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/bookmark-documents

This layout list documents in Bookmark list.

Upload document

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/upload-document/upload-document
This layout is used to show Document Upload form. You need to login with account demo/demo if you want to access to this page.
Edocman has 3 Documents upload

Full document upload form
Simple upload form
Ajax upload form

On demo site, we use Ajax upload form

My documents layout

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/upload-document/my-documents

This layout list documents of current logged user. You need to login with account demo/demo if you want to access to this page.

Edocman article

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-embed-plugins/edocman-article
This layout shows content of Joomla article with Edocman document links embeded

Edocman - Category plugin

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-embed-plugins/edocman-category-article

This layout shows content of Joomla article with Edocman category content embeded.

Document details view

Link: https://demo.joomdonation.com/edocman/index.php/edocman-layouts/document-details-layout
This is document details layout.

Edocman 3.7 Release

Edocman 3.7: Smarter Document History, Better License Flow, and a Smoother Mobile Experience

Edocman 3.7 brings practical improvements for Joomla document management, including frontend document version history, downloadable previous versions, improved license acceptance, better administrator category management, and a cleaner mobile document details layout.

Document Version History Secure Downloads Better License UX Mobile Friendly

What’s New in Edocman 3.7

Managing documents should be simple, reliable, and transparent. Edocman 3.7 focuses on real-world needs for Joomla websites: better access to historical files, clearer frontend presentation, smoother license handling, and more reliable administrator workflows.

Whether you manage legal documents, product manuals, policy files, technical downloads, training materials, or internal resources, this release helps make document management more controlled, user-friendly, and efficient.

Frontend Version History

Display document history on frontend document detail pages and supported blog layouts, giving users better visibility into previous document versions.

Old-Version Downloads

Allow users to download historical document files when enabled and permitted through the secure Edocman download workflow.

Smarter License Flow

Track one-time license acceptance per license to reduce repeated prompts and create a smoother download experience.

Better Mobile Layout

Improve document detail pages on mobile devices by fixing spacing issues below document thumbnails.

Frontend Document Version History

One of the most important additions in Edocman 3.7 is frontend document version history. When enabled, users can see a dedicated Document History section on document detail pages and supported blog layouts.

This feature is ideal for websites that need to provide access to previous versions of documents while still maintaining proper control over permissions and visibility.

Policy Documents Keep historical policies accessible when needed.

Legal Files Support traceability for important records.

Technical Manuals Let users access older documentation versions.

Training Materials Improve learning and reference workflows.

Admin Control for Old Version Visibility

Edocman 3.7 adds a new administrator configuration option to control whether old document versions are shown on frontend pages. This gives site owners more flexibility when managing privacy, compliance, and user access.

Administrator benefit: You can keep previous document versions stored for internal management while deciding whether they should be visible and downloadable on the frontend.

Improved License Acceptance Experience

Edocman 3.7 improves one-time license acceptance by tracking acceptance per license. Users are no longer unnecessarily prompted again for another document that uses the same license during the same session.

Fewer repeated license prompts.
Better experience for multi-license catalogs.
More predictable download behavior.

Better Category Management

Administrator category editing is now more reliable. Clearing a parent category persists correctly after saving, helping site managers organize document categories with greater confidence.

More stable category hierarchy management.
Reduced stale parent category values.
Improved backend editing reliability.

Smoother Mobile Document Details Layout

Mobile usability matters for every modern Joomla website. Edocman 3.7 fixes a responsive layout issue that could create blank space below document thumbnails on smaller screens.

The result is a cleaner, tighter, and more polished document details page for visitors using phones and tablets.

Key Benefits of Edocman 3.7

Area	Improvement	Benefit
Document Versioning	Frontend document history and old-version downloads	Better transparency and easier access to previous files
Admin Configuration	New option to show or hide old document versions	More control over privacy, compliance, and frontend visibility
License Handling	Per-license one-time acceptance tracking	Fewer repeated prompts and smoother downloads
Category Management	Improved parent category clearing and saving	More reliable backend administration
Mobile Layout	Fixed thumbnail spacing on document details pages	Cleaner experience for mobile users
Technical Reliability	Secure download integration and improved save handling	More stable document management workflows

Why Upgrade to Edocman 3.7?

Upgrading to Edocman 3.7 gives your Joomla website a more practical and polished document management experience. The new frontend document history feature helps users find previous versions when appropriate, while the new admin setting keeps visibility under your control.

Together with improved license handling, category management fixes, and mobile layout refinements, Edocman 3.7 is a recommended update for websites that rely on organized, secure, and user-friendly document downloads.

Summary

Edocman 3.7 is a Joomla document management extension update focused on document version history, frontend old-version downloads, improved license acceptance, better category administration, secure document downloads, and mobile-friendly document pages.

This version is ideal for Joomla websites managing legal documents, technical manuals, product files, policy archives, training resources, public records, internal knowledge bases, and license-controlled downloads.

Recommended Before Updating

Before enabling old document versions on the frontend, administrators should review the new visibility setting and confirm that historical files are appropriate for public or user-facing access.

Review the show document old versions configuration.
Test old-version downloads with different user permission levels.
Check license acceptance behavior across documents using the same and different licenses.
Verify category parent changes in the administrator area.
Review document detail pages on mobile devices.

Edocman 3.7 Is Now Available

Edocman 3.7 brings frontend document version history, downloadable previous versions, improved license acceptance behavior, better administrator category management, and a cleaner mobile document details layout.

If your Joomla website relies on secure downloads, document organization, version tracking, or license-controlled access, Edocman 3.7 is a recommended update.

Introducing Edocman 3.0 – The Ultimate Document Management Solution for Joomla 6!

Edocman 3.0

We are excited to announce the release of Edocman 3.0, fully compatible with Joomla 6. In this latest version, we have re-engineered Edocman’s codebase to ensure seamless integration, removing outdated classes and unsupported functions for optimal performance. Enjoy our enhanced Mass Download feature, designed to support large file downloads with ease. Edocman 3.0 also comes with the Auto Clean plugin, which is automatically published to help you manage storage by deleting unnecessary PDF files from the edocmanviewer folder. Experience our brand-new, modern media player with advanced functionalities, allowing you to play audio and video files directly within Edocman. Upgrade now and take your document management to the next level!

Introducing Edocman 3.1

A minor update in the 3.x series, bringing several important improvements and bug fixes to enhance your document management experience.

Key Updates in Edocman 3.1:

1. Edocman Import Plugin: This update adds more control to the Edocman Import plugin, allowing you to prevent categories from being automatically recreated after deletion.
2. Category Display Fix in Edocman Documents Module: Resolved an issue affecting the display of categories within the Edocman Documents module to ensure accurate and consistent category presentation.
3. Backend Category Image Upload Fix: Fixed a bug that previously prevented images from being uploaded to categories in the backend, streamlining your category management process.

We encourage all users to update to Edocman 3.1 to benefit from these enhancements and improved stability.

Introducing Edocman 3.2

We are excited to announce the release of Edocman version 3.2, the last update of 2025. This version brings a host of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience and functionality.

Key Features of Edocman 3.2:

Enhanced PDF Viewer: We have improved the PDF viewer functionality to address issues where certain images within PDF files were not displaying correctly.
Documents Module Upgrade: The Edocman documents module has been refined to prevent conflicts when opening documents for viewing PDF content.
Google Drive Improvements: Resolved issues related to file deletion.
Content Plugin Layout Selection: Allows users to select the layout for document display.
Data Migration Tool Enhancement: The data migration tool has been upgraded to facilitate the migration of access data for categories and documents from DOCman to Edocman.
Upload Max File Size Fix: Corrected display issues with the "Upload max file size" configuration option.
Media Document Security: Prevents unauthorized file downloads.

We believe these updates will greatly enhance the usability and security of Edocman, making it an even more powerful tool for document management. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to your feedback on this latest version!

Edocman Release

Edocman 3.3 — A Smarter, Cleaner, More Reliable Document Experience

Edocman 3.3 focuses on the essentials: stronger permissions, more stable SEF routing, and modernized layouts—plus workflow upgrades like Smart Search auto-indexing, persistent bookmarks, and admin approval notifications.

View Demo Buy / Upgrade

Tip: Replace the #demo and #buy links with your real URLs.

Why Edocman 3.3 matters

This update is designed for real-world Joomla sites where permissions, routing, and UI polish directly impact adoption. You get a more dependable foundation—and a friendlier experience for both administrators and end users.

Permissions & Access

SEF Routing

Layout Refresh

Workflow Boost

Fixes & Stability

What’s new in Edocman 3.3

Stronger permissions & access inheritance

Improved access control for categories and documents, including more consistent inheritance from parent categories—reducing edge cases and permission surprises.

Cleaner, more reliable SEF document links

Enhanced SEF router reduces issues during SEF link generation, helping keep URLs stable and predictable across your site.

Modernized layouts (frontend + backend)

Refreshed layouts for Search, User Documents, category tables, documents views, Configuration, and License management—cleaner UI and better usability.

Better workflows for admins & users

New documents can be auto-indexed in Joomla Smart Search. Logged-in users keep bookmarks permanently. Admins can optionally send approval notification emails.

Small features that remove friction

Copy document links directly from the frontend document details page, and create categories/sub-categories from frontend with access inherited from the parent.

Fixes, stability, and better insights

Multiple fixes for frontend editing, module layouts, modal document viewing, and Editor XTD integration—plus a dashboard upgrade with top downloaded categories.

Quick highlights (changelog-style)

Improved permissions & access inheritance
Improved SEF routing for document URLs
Refreshed key layouts (frontend + backend)
Auto-index documents in Smart Search on save
Persistent bookmarks for logged-in users
Approval notification email option (backend)
Copy document link option (frontend)
Fixes for module/layout/modal/XTD issues
Dashboard: Top downloaded categories

Release Update

EDocman 3.4

Stronger security, smoother admin workflow, and better organization — with Joomla 5/6 compatibility fixes.

Upgrade for better security

What’s new in v3.4

1) Central upload/download security (NEW: EDocmanHelperSecurity)

A new security helper controls all document uploads and downloads. Benefit: safer access, lower risk of unwanted downloads, and stronger protection for your files.

2) Categories tree improvements

Better security and a new option to set parent categories open/closed by default. Benefit: easier navigation and faster management for large category structures.

3) Control “Copy document link” button

Configure whether the copy-link button appears on the document details page. Benefit: better control over sharing and improved compliance with internal policies.

4) Better backend usability (tooltips + filters)

Improved tooltip display and a smoother Categories filter dropdown. Benefit: less confusion for admins, fewer mistakes, and faster daily work.

5) Cloud integrations: Google Drive updated + OneDrive beta

Google Drive plugin is improved for stronger security and newer PHP versions. OneDrive plugin beta is available on request. Benefit: more reliable cloud connections and more choices for organizations using Google or Microsoft ecosystems.

6) Faster content control (publish/unpublish in Documents table)

Publish or unpublish documents directly from the Documents table layout. Benefit: quicker updates and better control of what users can see.

7) Smarter Tags management (improved)

Sort tags by number of related documents and view documents connected to each tag. Benefit: cleaner tagging, better search/navigation, and faster metadata maintenance for large libraries.

Fixes & compatibility

Updated Categories Filter module for Joomla 5/6.
Updated EDocman Stats module for Joomla 5/6.
Fixed Documents module display for Most Downloaded documents.
Fixed an SQL issue in backend Tags management.

Why customers upgrade to 3.4

Stronger file security, smoother admin work, better organization with tags, and stable operation on Joomla 5/6.

See Edocman 3.4 in action

Explore the new layouts, smoother routing, and improved permission handling—then upgrade to deliver a more polished document portal on Joomla.

View Live Demo Buy Edocman

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Edocman 3.5: Smarter, Faster, and More Flexible Document Management

Edocman 3.5 introduces a focused set of improvements that make document management more efficient, more cloud-friendly, and easier to control. This release is not just about adding features — it is about refining the everyday experience for administrators and end users, while strengthening integration, usability, and system reliability.

Overview of Key Improvements

Below is a structured analysis of the main updates in Edocman 3.5 and the value they bring to customers.

Feature	Improvement	Customer Benefit
Amazon S3 Plugin	Updated to the latest PHP library	Better compatibility, stability, and future readiness
S3 File Selection	Direct file selection from S3 when creating documents	Faster workflow and easier cloud-based document management
Batch Upload	Ability to remove uploaded files in backend and frontend	More control, fewer errors, smoother uploads
Download Chart	Filter by categories, documents, and date	More useful reporting and better decision-making
Tags Module	Displays only tags linked to accessible documents	Cleaner interface and permission-aware browsing
Mass Download	Now works with documents stored on online storage services	More flexibility and consistent access experience
Document Images	Supports image display in Edocman Documents module	Improved visual presentation and quicker recognition
Code Refinements	Improved key modules and plugin code	Better performance, maintainability, and system quality
Migration Tool	New migration tool from jDownloads to Edocman	Simpler migration process and easier platform adoption
Bug Fix	Fixed issue in Edocman Import system plugin	More reliable import process and improved stability

Detailed Analysis

Improved Amazon S3 integration: Updating the plugin with the latest PHP library strengthens compatibility and ensures more reliable communication with cloud storage. This is an important upgrade for businesses that depend on Amazon S3 for scalable document storage.
Direct document creation from S3 files: Users can now choose files directly from Amazon S3 when creating new documents. This reduces manual work and makes the cloud workflow much more efficient.
Enhanced Batch Upload control: Allowing users to remove uploaded files during the batch upload process improves flexibility and reduces mistakes. It creates a smoother experience in both backend and frontend environments.
More useful Download Chart: The new filtering options by category, document, and date make reports more meaningful. Administrators can better track user activity and evaluate document performance.
Smarter tag visibility: Showing only tags related to documents the current user can access improves both security and usability. The result is a cleaner and more relevant browsing experience.
Mass Download for cloud-stored files: Extending Mass Download to documents stored on online platforms improves convenience and ensures a more complete feature set across storage types.
Document image display: Adding image support to the Edocman Documents module makes content easier to identify visually. This is especially useful for media-rich or design-oriented document libraries.
Code improvements in key modules and plugin: Refining the code of important modules and plugins helps improve stability, performance, and long-term maintainability. These backend improvements support a better overall product experience.
Migration from jDownloads: The new migration tool lowers the barrier for users switching to Edocman. It saves time, reduces complexity, and makes adoption easier for new customers.
Fix for Edocman Import plugin: Resolving this issue improves reliability in import-related tasks and shows continued attention to product quality.

Why Edocman 3.5 Stands Out

Edocman 3.5 is a well-balanced upgrade that combines usability enhancements, stronger cloud support, improved reporting, and easier migration. Each improvement is practical, targeted, and designed to solve real user needs.

More efficient workflows for both administrators and end users
Better cloud integration with Amazon S3 and online storage services
More relevant content visibility based on user permissions
Stronger reporting and monitoring tools for smarter management
Easier migration path for users moving from jDownloads

Release Notes

Introducing Edocman 3.6 — What's New

A feature release focused on front-end presentation, multi-module compatibility, and richer document metadata display. Edocman 3.6 ships five targeted improvements for Joomla 4 and Joomla 5.

1 New

Edocman Slider Module `mod_edocman_slider`

Edocman 3.6 introduces a brand-new Slider module that lets site builders showcase documents in a modern, responsive carousel — no third-party slider library required.

Key Capabilities

Feature	Details
Responsive layout	Configurable number of visible cards per breakpoint: desktop, tablet, and mobile
Autoplay	Optional autoplay with configurable interval (milliseconds); pauses on hover
Navigation	Previous / next arrow buttons and dot-pagination indicators
Action buttons	Each document card can link to the Details page or trigger a direct Download
Thumbnail support	Document cover images displayed with lazy-loading for performance
Short description	Optional one-line summary beneath each document title
Accessibility	Full ARIA roles, labels, and `aria-live` region; keyboard-navigable
Vanilla JS	Zero jQuery dependency; uses a self-contained, lightweight script

Module Parameters

Categories — pick one or more EDocman categories (multi-select); leave empty for all categories.
Include sub-categories — automatically pull documents from child categories.
Number of documents — limit the document count shown in the carousel.
Ordering — newest first, recently modified, most viewed, most downloaded, or random.
Items on desktop / tablet / mobile — control how many cards are visible simultaneously at each breakpoint.
Button action — choose between "View Details" and "Download".
Show description — toggle the short-description snippet on or off.
Autoplay / Autoplay interval — enable automatic slide transitions and set the delay.

Why it matters: The Slider module enables editorial and marketing teams to highlight featured documents — brochures, white papers, e-books, training materials — directly on any landing page, without a separate slider extension. Its self-contained JS engine keeps page weight low, and ARIA markup ensures screen-reader compatibility out of the box.

2 Improvement

Categories Tree Module — Multi-Instance Support `mod_edocman_treecats`

The Edocman Categories Tree module has been refactored to solve a long-standing conflict: when the same module was placed in multiple positions on one page, the interactive expand/collapse behaviour would break or only work for one instance.

Root Cause & Fix

The previous implementation used global JavaScript IDs and event listeners — every instance shared the same DOM element IDs and registered listeners on the global document object, causing ID collisions and unpredictable behaviour.

Version 3.6 resolves this with three targeted changes:

Module-scoped element IDs — every interactive element ID is now prefixed with the Joomla module ID (e.g., 42edocmancategory7), guaranteeing uniqueness across any number of instances.
Event delegation per module root — the click listener is attached to the individual module container (#edocman-treecats-) rather than to the global document.
Smooth Vanilla JS slide-toggle — animated expand/collapse no longer depends on jQuery; a native CSS transition replicates slideToggle without external dependencies.

Result: You can now publish multiple Edocman Categories Tree modules on the same page in different module positions with no JavaScript conflicts, no duplicate-ID warnings in the browser console, and independent expand/collapse state for each instance.

3 Bug Fix

Documents Module — Correct Modified Date

In previous versions, the "last modified" date displayed for each document was inadvertently reading the created_time field instead of modified_time. This meant the modification date shown to visitors was always identical to the creation date.

Edocman 3.6 corrects this: the module now reads and displays the modified_time database field, giving visitors accurate "last updated" information for every document.

Why Accurate Modification Dates Matter

User trust — readers can see at a glance whether a document is current or stale.
SEO signals — correct metadata about content freshness helps search engines understand when documents were last revised.
Compliance — regulated industries (legal, medical, finance) often require visible, accurate modification timestamps on published documents.

4 Improvement

Document Listing — Tags Display

Edocman 3.6 adds tag badges to the document listing views (default list, columns, blog, and table layouts). When a document has one or more tags assigned, those tags now appear inline beneath the document title and description as clickable links.

How It Works

- Tags are fetched in a single batch query per page load ($allDocTags array keyed by document ID), keeping database round-trips minimal.
- Each tag renders as an element with class="edocman-list-tag", linking to the Edocman Search view pre-filtered for that tag.

The tag list is wrapped in
for easy CSS customisation.
htmlspecialchars() is applied to every tag value before output, preventing XSS issues.

Benefits

Discoverability — visitors browsing a category can jump directly to all documents sharing a tag, without typing a search query.
Navigation — tags complement the category tree by providing cross-cutting, keyword-driven navigation paths.
Consistency — the tags display on listing pages matches the tags already shown on the individual document details page.

5 Improvement

Search Layout and Functionality

The Edocman Search view has received a UI refresh and functional enhancements in version 3.6.

UI Improvements

Modernised search form with icon-decorated input fields (Bootstrap Icons).
Dedicated search-button group with an accessible aria-label on the submit button.
Consistent application of the edocman-search-actions CSS class for easier theme overrides.
The layout adapts correctly to both the "list" and "grid" default style cookie values.

Functional Improvements

Tag-based search — the search form integrates with the tag filter, allowing visitors to retrieve documents by both keyword and tag simultaneously.
Category filter — an inline category dropdown (with the folder icon) lets users narrow results to a specific category without leaving the search form.
Table search template — a new table.php search results template renders matching documents in a compact, data-dense table format, ideal for document-heavy repositories.

Compatibility

Platform	Supported Versions
Joomla	4.x, 5.x
PHP	8.0, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3+
MySQL / MariaDB	5.7+, 8.0+

Upgrade Notes

This is a drop-in upgrade. No database schema changes are required for the five improvements listed above.
The new mod_edocman_slider module must be installed separately and then published from the Joomla Module Manager.
Existing mod_edocman_treecats installations upgrade automatically; no reconfiguration is needed.
The modified-date and tags-display fixes take effect immediately after upgrade — no caches need to be manually purged (Joomla's standard cache invalidation handles this).

Summary of Changes

#	Area	Type	Description
1	`mod_edocman_slider`	New	Responsive document slider/carousel module with autoplay, dot navigation, and ARIA support
2	`mod_edocman_treecats`	Improvement	Module-scoped IDs and event delegation eliminate multi-instance JavaScript conflicts
3	Edocman Documents module	Bug Fix	Modified date now correctly reads `modified_time` instead of `created_time`
4	Document listing views	Improvement	Document tags rendered as clickable filter links in all listing layouts
5	Search view	Improvement	Refreshed UI with icon-decorated fields, accessible submit button, and table results template

Edocman 2.2 – Practical Innovations for Efficient Document Management on Joomla!

We are proud to present Edocman 2.2, a major update designed to address real needs and challenges in document management. This version brings not only new features but also practical improvements that make your daily workflow smoother, more reliable, and highly efficient.

1. Enhanced Edocman - Import Plugin:

With the improved folder structure import, Edocman now automatically creates categories and sub-categories that mirror your existing directory tree, importing all documents within these folders in one seamless operation. This is especially valuable for organizations managing extensive document libraries, as it eliminates tedious manual setup, ensures consistent organization, and significantly reduces the time required to migrate or update document repositories.

2. Improved CSV Category Import

The upgraded CSV import function allows you to download a sample file for easier preparation. Edocman intelligently detects parent categories based on your CSV data, or you can assign them manually. This streamlines the process of bulk category creation, particularly for users dealing with complex category structures. By ensuring unique category names, it prevents errors and confusion, making large-scale document categorization both accurate and effortless.

3. Document Version History & Restore

The new "Keep Previous Document Versions" setting means every time you upload a new file to an existing document, previous versions are safely backed up. You can review or restore any version as the current one, providing essential security for organizations that require audit trails, compliance, or need to safeguard against accidental overwrites. This feature gives you peace of mind and flexibility, allowing you to revert to earlier versions when necessary—an essential capability for legal, educational, or collaborative environments.

4. Improved Online Storage Plugins (Dropbox & Google Drive):

Edocman 2.2 offers enhanced compatibility and stability for cloud storage plugins. The new Edocman Google Drive V3 is fully compatible with Joomla 4++ and PHP8, ensuring reliable integration and performance. As cloud storage becomes the standard for modern businesses, these improvements guarantee that your document management system stays future-proof, secure, and accessible from anywhere, which is especially important for remote teams and organizations with distributed workforces.

5. New Export/Import SQL Data Feature:

You can now easily export and import Edocman’s SQL database between different Joomla sites without needing advanced technical skills or third-party tools. This drastically reduces the complexity of site migration, backup, and restoration, empowering users to manage their data securely and independently. It makes Edocman a more accessible solution for organizations of all sizes.

6. Reorganized Backend Tool Menus:

Backend menus have been restructured for greater clarity and usability, helping administrators find and use features more efficiently. This enhancement boosts productivity for site managers and reduces the learning curve for new users, enabling faster onboarding and smoother daily operations.

7. Improved Management Layouts & Bug Fixes:

Several management screens have been optimized, and bugs from previous versions resolved, ensuring a more stable and user-friendly experience. These refinements lead to fewer interruptions, a more intuitive interface, and a higher level of satisfaction for all users, from administrators to end-users.

8. Updated and Improved Language Packs:

Edocman 2.2 now comes with improved and updated language packs for German, Dutch, Brazilian Portuguese, and Spanish. This ensures that users in these regions can work more comfortably and efficiently in their native language, improving accessibility and reducing the risk of miscommunication. With these enhancements, Edocman is even better suited for international teams and organizations operating in multilingual environments.

Edocman 2.2 – Designed for real-world needs, delivering practical solutions for every document management challenge on Joomla!

Upgrade today and experience the difference these innovations make in your daily workflow.

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Edocman 2.1 for Joomla – New Features Overview

Edocman 2.1 introduces several significant enhancements to improve user experience and system stability. The new version offers an improved PDF file viewing function, ensuring smoother and more reliable access to document contents. The extension's layout has been updated to meet web accessibility standards, making it more user-friendly for visually impaired users. Additionally, the development team has resolved potential PHP logic issues to enhance overall code stability. Finally, the interface of Edocman's pages and modules has been refined for a more attractive appearance, especially when using dark layout themes.

1. Comprehensive PDF Viewing Enhancements

The PDF viewing functionality in Edocman 2.1 has been substantially upgraded to deliver a more powerful, flexible, and secure document experience for Joomla users. Key improvements include:

- Print and Download Options
Users can now conveniently print or download PDF documents directly from the viewer, making it easy to share or archive important files.

- Support for Interactive PDF Forms
The viewer now fully supports PDF files that contain interactive forms with input fields, allowing users to view and interact with form elements directly within the browser.

- Enhanced Security with XSS Protection
Security has been significantly strengthened with advanced measures to prevent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, ensuring safe and secure document viewing.

- Compatibility with Various Apache Versions
The PDF viewer is now compatible with multiple versions of the Apache web server, ensuring smooth and reliable operation across different hosting environments.

- Browser-Based Document Viewing
Users can view PDF documents directly in their browser, providing a seamless and efficient reading experience without the need for additional software.

- Flexible Viewing Options: New Window or Modal Box
Edocman 2.1 allows users to open PDF documents either in a new browser window or within a modal box, offering greater flexibility and convenience based on individual preferences.

- Professional and Modern Interface
The PDF viewer interface has been redesigned to look more professional and visually appealing, enhancing the overall user experience.

Important Note for Admin Tools Users:

If you are using the Admin Tools component for Joomla, please navigate to the .htaccess Maker feature and add "edocmanviewer" to the "Frontend directories where file type exceptions are allowed" field. This is necessary to ensure the new PDF viewer operates correctly on your website.

2. Accessibility Improvements

In anticipation of new web accessibility regulations that will soon take effect in Europe, we have worked diligently to enhance the user interface of Edocman 2.1 to ensure full compliance with these standards. The updated design focuses on making Edocman more accessible and user-friendly for visually impaired users. Key improvements include better keyboard navigation, improved screen reader compatibility, and clear visual contrasts throughout the interface. These changes not only help organizations meet legal requirements but also ensure that all users can manage and access documents effectively and inclusively.

3. Source Code Improvements

Edocman 2.1 includes important enhancements to the source code aimed at preventing potential PHP and SQL errors that were reported after the release of version 2.0. Our development team has thoroughly reviewed and optimized the logic throughout the extension, addressing issues related to data handling, database queries, and error management. These improvements ensure greater stability, compatibility, and reliability during everyday use. By proactively resolving these issues, Edocman 2.1 delivers a smoother and more secure document management experience for all Joomla users.

4. Dark Layout Improvements

Edocman 2.1 introduces significant enhancements to its support for dark layouts, ensuring a visually appealing and consistent experience for users who prefer dark themes. The interface of both the Edocman Documents module and all component layouts has been carefully refined. Colors, icons, and typography have been optimized for better readability and aesthetics on dark backgrounds. These improvements not only make Edocman look more modern and professional but also provide a comfortable viewing experience, especially in low-light environments. Whether you are browsing documents or managing files, the updated dark layouts ensure that every aspect of Edocman integrates seamlessly with your Joomla site’s dark theme.

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Upgrade to Edocman 2.1 to experience enhanced document management, improved user interface, better security, and new accessibility features introduced since version 2.1.

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