No upload, only attach files to email

A file must be uploaded to the server in order for it to be emailed. PHP emails must have a physical file path for attachments, so there’s no way around that.

Hi Matthew,

Thank you for your answer. Maybe there is a workaround that we could implement?

1) Create a dedicated directory for those uploads (using the tutorial on your website);
2) Create an automated task, that will wipe the contents inside that directory after: clicking on submit or x-hour basis.

I guess that we can’t prohibit visitors access to that folder without saying farewell to attaching files?

The reason why I need this – visitors will be applying for a job (resumes/cover letters), since this information is quite sensitive… I don’t want others to wonder around and then stumble upon those documents. Is there anything that can be done to limit access?

Thanks,
Mario

1. To change the upload directory, check out this tutorial.
2. You can setup a cron job (done outside of WordPress) that will wipe everything in that folder

I’d contact your host for help with the cron job.