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Share PDF Files for Free with Ease

Easily and securely share PDFs for multiple uses. Share PDFs as links with downloadable or viewable limits
for greater collaboration. Send PDF files from desktop to mobile via Email or QR code for instant sharing.
You can also send PDFs to multiple recipients for signatures.

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Share PDFs as links with
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Easily share PDFs in multiple ways.

Get your PDF ready before you share it

A cleaner, smaller, searchable, and protected PDF is easier for other people to open, review, and act on.

Compress large PDFs

Reduce file size before sending so large reports, portfolios, and scanned documents are easier to deliver.

Protect sensitive content

Add password protection or remove sensitive information before a PDF leaves your device or team.

Make scans searchable

Run OCR on scanned PDFs so recipients can search, copy, review, and reuse the text instead of reading image-only pages.

Fix the final details

Edit text, reorder pages, add comments, or update forms before you send the final version to someone else.

Secure, compliant PDF sharing backed by trusted standards.

PDFelement has won G2 Best Software Awards 2024 - Top 50 Office Products, received ISO 27001-Information Security Management certification, and is a recognized member of the PDF Association.

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Choose the right way to share a PDF for your workflow.

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Share PDFs with PDFelement desktop

1GB free cloud storage:

Upload and share PDFs for free with 1 GB of storage. Easily share your
files via links, email, and QR codes.

Send large PDFs:

Instantly send large PDF files in multiple ways, ensuring quick and efficient file transfer.

Send PDFs for signature:

Easily share PDFs for e-signature and track status in real time.

Advanced features:

Edit, compress, and protect PDFs before sharing.

Collaboration:

Transfer PDFs via QR code and sync files across devices via the Cloud.
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Create shareable PDF links online

Free to use:

Upload PDFs and create shareable links for sharing, usually free to use without file size or feature limitations.

Accessibility:

Access from any device with an internet connection.

No installation:

Directly open and upload PDF to host and share.

Use with ease:

Upload PDFs and get shareable links with an intuitive interface.

Suitable for small files:

Easily and quickly share small PDF files.

Why share a PDF as a link instead of an attachment?

Attachments work for simple one-time sends. A shareable link gives you more control when a file is large, changes often, or needs ongoing access.

PDF attachment

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One file, one version

Once sent, an attachment stays the same even if you later update the original document.

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Mailbox limits can get in the way

Large PDFs may be blocked, compressed, or rejected depending on the recipient's email service.

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Harder to control after sending

You cannot easily revoke an attachment once it has already reached another inbox or device.

Shareable PDF link

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Send access, not another copy

People open the file from a link, which is better suited to large documents and repeat sharing.

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Add viewing and download controls

Choose whether recipients can view, comment on, or download the PDF before you share it.

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Revoke access when sharing is over

Cancel access to a shared link when the review, project, or approval cycle is finished.

Go Beyond Sharing with AI Spaces

Bring related files into one AI Space to ask across documents, verify answers from the source, and turn reading into useful outputs.

Ask Across Your Files Ask Across Your Files

Ask questions across PDFs, scans, Word, Excel, and more in one conversation.

Answers You Can Verify Answers You Can Verify

Jump back to the source behind each answer when you need to check the context.

Turn Files Into Learning Turn Files Into Learning

Create flashcards, quizzes, podcasts, and reports directly from your files.

PDFelement AI Spaces for cross-file questions, source-backed answers, and study tools

Turn shared files into something you can use

After a PDF arrives, AI Spaces helps you move from opening the file to understanding, checking, and reusing what is inside it.

1. Bring related files together

Work across multiple PDFs, scans, and Office files instead of opening and searching each document separately.

2. Verify the answer

Use source-backed answers to return to the original passage when context, evidence, or wording matters.

3. Reuse what you learned

Turn the content into flashcards, quizzes, podcasts, or reports when you need to study, present, or continue working.

Control what happens after you share

Sharing is not only about sending a file. PDFelement helps you decide how recipients can access it and keeps signature workflows visible after the PDF leaves your screen.

Set access permissions

Choose whether people can view, comment, or download the PDF.

Limit or revoke access

Use a validity period or cancel the link when the file should no longer be available.

Track signature progress

See whether recipients have received and signed documents without chasing updates manually.

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Shared link settings

Active

Access

Anyone with the link

View enabled

Download

Owner controlled

Permission can be changed

Link validity

7 days

Revoke at any time

Signature status

2 of 3 completed

PDF sharing that fits different workflows

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Easy access to documents anywhere

The document cloud in PDFelement makes it easy to access my notes and assignments from anywhere. It's very convenient for group projects.

——Anna, College student

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Share PDFs with ease

I love sharing PDFs with PDFelement. It allows me to distribute assignments and feedback to my students quickly.

——Mr. Smith, College Teacher

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Securely share and sign PDFs

Using PDFelement's document cloud and PDF sharing has streamlined our document workflow. We can securely share and sign financial reports without delays.

——Jerry, Finance

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Sync files and e-signatures across devices

The ability to sync files and e-signatures across devices is a huge time-saver. PDFelement helps me manage case files efficiently and securely.

——Sophia, Lawyer

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Easy to share PDFs and collaborate with others

The document cloud of PDFelement is great for sharing plans and documents with clients and team members. It ensures everyone is on the same page. Highly recommended!

——Jeremy, Architect

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Digitize paper files on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and Web - Create, edit, print, read, and eSign PDF documents.

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FAQs about sharing PDFs

What is the best PDF-to-link converter?
The best PDF to link converter depends on your needs. One is Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. This powerful tool provides an intuitive and comprehensive solution for converting PDF files into web-friendly formats, such as HTML or link-based documents. Adobe Acrobat Pro DC offers advanced features, including preserving the original PDF's layout, fonts, and images while ensuring that hyperlinks and bookmarks are accurately converted. Its user-friendly interface and robust performance make it a top choice for professionals and individuals alike. Another excellent option is PDFelement, which offers reliable PDF link conversion capabilities. PDFelement provides a straightforward interface and robust functionality, at a more affordable price than Adobe.

Creating a PDF download link using PDFelement is a simple process. First, open your PDF file in PDFelement, click the "Share" button on the top right menu bar, choose "Link," click the permission settings, and select "Allow downloads." Once the settings are configured, click "Apply," and a link will automatically generate in the box. Click "Copy Link" and share it with others with ease.

There are several effective methods when sending a large PDF file. One way is to utilize a cloud storage service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive.

Another option is to use PDFelement to share large PDF files. PDFelement can convert PDF files to a shareable link or a QR code, which can be easily shared with others or on your mobile phone.

If you prefer to send the PDF via email, you can also use PDFelement to share it without opening an email website or application.

If your PDF exceeds the size limit of email providers, you can compress the file using software like PDFelement or online tools to reduce its size.

To share a PDF file on Facebook, you can't directly post the PDF. You need to use a cloud storage service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive. Alternatively, you can use PDFelement, a built-in document cloud that conveniently handles PDF files. First, upload your PDF to the chosen service, generate a shareable link with permission settings, and copy the link. Then, go to Facebook and create a new post on your timeline, a page, or a group. Paste the shareable link into the post, add any additional text if desired, and click "Post." This way, anyone who sees your post can click the link to view or download the PDF.

To send a PDF via email from your phone, start by opening your email app, such as Gmail or Outlook. Tap the option to compose a new email, usually represented by a pencil icon or a "+" symbol. Look for an attachment icon in the new email window, typically a paperclip. Tap on this icon to browse for the PDF file you want to send. You may need to navigate to where the PDF is stored on your phone, such as in the "Documents" or "Downloads" folder, or select it from a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox.

After attaching the PDF, enter the recipient's email address, add a subject line, and write a message if needed. Once everything is set, tap the "Send" button. Your email with the attached PDF will be sent to the recipient.

Or you can choose a more convenient way. You use PDFelement to open the PDF, click on the "Share" button, select the email, and then you can directly send the PDF without opening the email app or attaching the file.

Some PDF hosting sites, including Scribd, Tiiny.host, Calameo, WeTransfer, and FlipHTML5, make it simple and practical to share PDFs online. These host PDF online tools will enable you to send your assets wherever they need for free if you're on a tight budget.
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