How to Show PDF Online

Upload once, share by link or QR, and keep control with access limits and view records. Recipients open the PDF in the browser—no app needed.

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Why Show PDF Online Instead of Email?

Email attachments get saved, forwarded, and mixed with old versions. When you show a PDF online with a link, everyone sees the same file, you can update it without resending, and you can add view limits, expiry, and optional verification. No software install for your recipients.

Show PDF in 3 Simple Steps

1

Upload PDF

Upload your file and pick access mode. No account required.

Upload PDF
2

Configure viewer

Set expiry, watermark, and verification if needed.

Security settings
3

Share & track

Send link or QR. Use access records to see opens.

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What Recipients See

The PDF opens in the browser with zoom and page navigation. You can require email verification before reading sensitive files.

  • Works on desktop and mobile
  • No attachment or version confusion
  • Optional no-download / no-print rules
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Quick answers

No. The PDF opens in the browser on desktop and mobile. No app or download required unless you allow it.

Yes. After you create the link, you get a QR code to share. Anyone who scans it can open the PDF in their browser.

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