How to Upload Documents in BuddyBoss

Introduction

Enabling document uploading allows members to share files within your online community, enhancing collaboration and engagement. With the BuddyBoss Platform, users can upload documents, organize them into folders, and view live previews of various file types. Document uploading is supported in Activity, Profiles, Groups, Messages, and Forums. This guide walks you through enabling and configuring document uploads for your community.

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Enable Document Uploading

1. Navigate to Dashboard > BuddyBoss > Settings.
2. Click on the Media tab.
3. Toggle Enable Document Uploading to ON.
4. Click Save Changes.

Configure Upload Permissions

1. Under Media Settings, locate the User Upload Permissions section.
2. Select which user roles can upload documents (e.g., Members, Moderators, Administrators).
3. Click Save Changes.

Set Document Upload Limits

1. In the Media Settings panel, adjust the Maximum Upload Size to define the maximum file size allowed per document.
2. Specify the Maximum Number of Documents Per Upload to control batch uploads.
3. Click Save Changes.

Enable Folder Organization

1. Scroll to the Documents section in Media Settings.
2. Toggle Enable Document Folders to ON.
3. Click Save Changes.

Test the Upload Feature

1. Go to the front end of your site and navigate to an activity post, group, or private message.
2. Click the Attach Document button.
3. Select a file and upload it.
4. Verify that the document appears correctly and can be previewed.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Q: Why can’t some users upload documents?
A: Ensure the user role has upload permissions enabled under User Upload Permissions in the Media Settings panel.

Q: What file types are supported for document uploads?
A: Supported file types include PDF, DOCX, PPTX, XLSX, TXT, and more. You can manage allowed file types in the Media Settings panel.

Q: How can I prevent users from uploading inappropriate files?
A: Enable Media Moderation under BuddyBoss > Settings > Media to require admin approval for uploaded documents.

Q: Can users organize documents into folders?
A: Yes, as long as the Enable Document Folders setting is enabled in the Media Settings panel.