Share PDFs Online

Share PDFs and know exactly who read what

Upload your PDF, get a trackable link, and see page-by-page engagement in real time. Know when someone opens your document and which sections hold their attention.

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Share a PDF in 3 simple steps

1

Upload your PDF

Drag and drop or import from Google Drive. Your PDF is ready to share in seconds — no file size worries.

2

Set permissions

Add password protection, set an expiration date, control downloads, and choose who can access your document.

3

Share & track

Send a single link. Get notified when someone opens it and see exactly which pages they read and for how long.

More than a PDF link

Per-page analytics

See time spent on every page. Understand which sections resonate with your reader and which get skipped entirely.

Bot detection

Three-layer filtering removes bots, crawlers, and link previews so your analytics reflect real human engagement.

Instant notifications

Get an email or Slack notification the moment someone opens your PDF. React while your content is still top of mind.

Viewer identification

Create personal links for individual recipients. See exactly who viewed your document, when, and how they engaged with each page.

Who shares PDFs with HummingDeck?

Teams & professionals

Share reports, proposals, and documents with clients or colleagues. Know when they open, which pages they read, and whether they came back.

Consultants & agencies

Deliver client reports and strategy documents with a professional experience — and proof that your work was reviewed.

Educators & researchers

Distribute papers, guides, and course materials. See which sections get the most attention and where readers disengage.

HummingDeck vs. the alternatives

Trackable share link

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Per-page analytics

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Real-time notifications

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Password protection

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Download control

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Link expiration

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Bot filtering

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Viewer identification

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Frequently asked questions

What PDF file sizes are supported?
HummingDeck supports PDF files up to 100 MB. Most documents — reports, guides, presentations — upload in seconds.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan lets you upload documents and share them with trackable links. Upgrade for advanced features like download control, link expiration, and extended analytics retention.
Can I prevent viewers from downloading my PDF?
Yes. You can disable downloads on any share link so viewers can only read online. This is available on paid plans.
How does page-by-page analytics work?
HummingDeck converts your PDF into a secure online viewer. As someone reads, we track which page they're on and how long they spend on each one — giving you a clear picture of engagement.
Is my PDF secure?
Yes. All files are stored with encryption at rest and in transit. You can add password protection, set link expiration dates, and control download permissions for every share link.

Ready to share smarter?

Upload your first PDF and get a trackable link in under a minute. Free to start.

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