# Hide Download

The [Hide Download](https://easydigitaldownloads.com/downloads/hide-download/) extension allows you to hide a download so it does not appear on the Downloads archive page or anywhere where the [\[\[downloads\]\]](https://easydigitaldownloads.com/docs/downloads-shortcode/) shortcode is being used. Once [installed and activated](https://easydigitaldownloads.com/docs/how-do-i-install-an-extension/), you will see the Hide Download options area when creating or editing a download. The options are located in the **Download Settings** area in the right column of the create/edit screen of a Download. ![](https://easydigitaldownloads.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/6184cd7e396bc.png)The two options available are: **Hide this download** - This hides the download from the Downloads archive page which is typically located at https://your-site.com/downloads **Disable direct access to this download** - This removes access to the download. In the event a user was to enter the direct URL of the download, it will not be available. This extension can be useful if you want to remove a download from the archive page and specifically highlight it elsewhere on your site using the [\[\[purchase\_link\]\]](https://easydigitaldownloads.com/docs/purchase_link-shortcode/) shortcode or a [custom link](https://easydigitaldownloads.com/docs/creating-custom-add-to-cart-links/).