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Simple answers about PDF links.

Learn what you can upload, how DOCX and PPTX conversion works, how links, embeds, folders, and view activity work, and how to control access to your PDF links.

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General

What is SharePDF?

SharePDF helps you upload PDF, Word, and PowerPoint files, turn them into clean PDF links, and see simple view activity from your dashboard.

What file types can I upload?

You can upload PDF, Word (.docx), and PowerPoint (.pptx) files. DOCX and PPTX files convert to PDF automatically before sharing, so viewers open a PDF link. Free supports files up to 5 MB. Pro supports up to 25 MB, Max up to 50 MB, and Business up to 200 MB.How Word files become PDF links

Do viewers need an account?

No. Anyone with your PDF link can open it in their browser without creating a SharePDF account.

Is there a free plan?

Yes. Free includes 3 active PDFs, files up to 5 MB, PDF links, QR codes, custom URLs, basic view activity, and download option control. No credit card is needed.Compare all plans

Can I upload multiple files at once?

Yes. You can add several PDF, Word, or PowerPoint files to the upload queue and follow their progress from one place.

Can I organize PDFs into folders?

Yes. You can organize uploaded PDFs into folders or collections so important files stay easier to find.

Sharing PDFs

How do I share a PDF?

Upload a PDF, DOCX, or PPTX file. SharePDF converts Word and PowerPoint files to PDF, gives you a clean link, and lets you send it by email, chat, social media, your website, or a QR code.

Can I track PDF views?

Yes. Every plan shows total view counts. Detailed analytics — locations, referrer sources, devices, unique visitors, and views over time — are available on all paid plans.See what view tracking shows

How quickly do views show up?

Usually within a few minutes after someone opens your PDF. Refresh the dashboard to see the latest count.

Can I make a QR code for a PDF?

Yes. Every shared PDF includes a QR code you can download and use online or in printed materials.Generate a QR code for a PDF

Can I embed a PDF on my website?

Yes. You can copy iframe embed code for a shared PDF and place the viewer inside a web page.See embedding and other features

Can viewers download my PDF?

You can show or hide the SharePDF download button for each PDF. Hiding it reduces easy downloads for most viewers, but it is not DRM and cannot stop screenshots or browser tools.How download control works

Privacy and access

Who can see my uploaded PDFs?

You control visibility. Public PDFs can be discovered, unlisted PDFs open for people with the link, and private PDFs stay visible only inside your account.

Can I password-protect a PDF?

Yes. All paid plans let you add a password so viewers must enter it before opening the PDF.Set up a password-protected PDF

Can I collect emails before someone opens a PDF?

Yes. All paid plans include email capture, so viewers can be asked to submit an email before selected PDFs open.Collect emails before a PDF opens

Does SharePDF show ads on my PDFs?

No. PDF pages are kept clean, so viewers see your PDF instead of ads.

Does SharePDF identify individual viewers?

SharePDF records view activity like views, countries, and referrers. It does not show viewer names. Email capture only identifies viewers who choose to submit their email.

Pricing and plans

How much does SharePDF cost?

SharePDF has a free plan. Pro starts at $5/month, Max at $12/month, and Business at $29/month. Yearly plans save up to 20%.See full pricing

What do paid plans add?

Paid plans add more PDFs, larger file sizes, password-protected PDFs, expiring links, email capture, and custom domains.Explore every feature

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. You can cancel anytime. Your paid plan stays active until the end of the current billing period.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes. New paid plans include a 7-day money-back guarantee on your first payment. If you are not satisfied, contact us within 7 days of your first charge for a full refund. After the first 7 days we review any billing problems individually and will always make things right.Read the refund policy

Can I switch plans?

Yes. You can upgrade, downgrade, or switch billing intervals from your Billing page.

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Upload a PDF, Word, or PowerPoint file, share it online, and see simple view activity.