How to Create a Link for a Document (PDF, Word, & More)

Need to share a document without sending it as an attachment? Creating a link for your document makes sharing easy and professional. This guide covers how to create links for PDFs, Word documents, Excel files, and more.

Quick Method: Create Document Link in Seconds

1. Go to LinkyHost
2. Upload your document (PDF, DOCX, or other)
3. Get your shareable link
4. Share anywhere!

Works with PDFs, Word documents, images, and more.

Why Create a Link for a Document?

Document links are better than attachments because:

• No email limits - Share documents of any size
• Easy access - Recipients click once to view
• Always current - Update the document without resending
• Track engagement - See who viewed your document
• Professional - Clean URLs look more polished
• Works everywhere - Accessible on any device

Supported Document Types

LinkyHost supports links for many document types:

Document Type	Extension	Supported
PDF	.pdf	✅
Word	.docx, .doc	✅
Excel	.xlsx, .xls	✅
PowerPoint	.pptx, .ppt	✅
Images	.jpg, .png, .gif	✅
Text	.txt	✅

How to Create a Link for a PDF

PDFs are the most common document type for sharing:

Step 1: Visit PDF Link Generator

Step 2: Upload your PDF

• Drag and drop, or click to browse
• Supports files up to 100MB

Step 3: Copy your link

• Link is generated instantly
• Click "Copy" to copy to clipboard

Step 4: Share

• Paste in emails, messages, or documents
• Recipients click to view the PDF

How to Create a Link for a Word Document

For Word documents (.docx, .doc):

Option 1: Convert to PDF first (Recommended)

1. Open in Word → File → Save As → PDF
2. Upload the PDF to LinkyHost
3. Get your shareable link

Why convert? PDFs display consistently on all devices. Word documents may look different depending on the viewer's software.

Option 2: Upload directly

1. Upload your .docx file to LinkyHost
2. Get a download link
3. Recipients download to view

How to Create a Link for an Excel File

For spreadsheets:

Option 1: Convert to PDF

1. Open in Excel → File → Save As → PDF
2. Upload to LinkyHost
3. Share the link

Option 2: Use Google Sheets

1. Upload to Google Drive
2. Open with Google Sheets
3. Share → Get link

Option 3: Direct upload

1. Upload .xlsx to LinkyHost
2. Get download link

How to Create a Link for Any Document

General process for any document type:

1. Convert to PDF (recommended for viewing)

   • Most apps have "Save as PDF" or "Print to PDF"
   • PDFs display consistently everywhere

2. Upload to LinkyHost

   • Go to LinkyHost
   • Upload your document

3. Get your link

   • Copy the generated URL
   • Share anywhere

4. Track views (optional)

   • Check analytics to see engagement

Best Practices for Document Links

1. Use PDFs for Viewing

Convert documents to PDF when you want recipients to view (not edit). PDFs look the same on every device.

2. Name Files Clearly

Use descriptive names:

• ✅ Q4-2024-Sales-Report.pdf
• ❌ Document1.pdf

3. Test Before Sharing

Open your link in a new browser tab to verify it works correctly.

4. Consider Password Protection

For sensitive documents, add password protection before sharing.

5. Set Expiration for Time-Sensitive Docs

If the document is only relevant for a limited time, set an expiration date.

Use Cases for Document Links

Business

• Proposals and contracts
• Reports and presentations
• Marketing materials
• Product specifications

Job Applications

• Resume/CV sharing
• Portfolio links
• Cover letters
• Reference documents

Education

• Course materials
• Assignment submissions
• Research papers
• Study guides

Personal

• Event invitations
• Travel itineraries
• Recipes and instructions
• Personal projects

Platform-Specific Options

Google Drive

1. Upload document
2. Right-click → Share
3. Get link with "Anyone with link can view"

Pros: Free, editing available Cons: Google branding, requires account

Dropbox

1. Upload document
2. Click Share → Create link

Pros: Simple Cons: Bandwidth limits, requires account

OneDrive

1. Upload to OneDrive
2. Share → Copy link

Pros: Microsoft integration Cons: Microsoft account required

LinkyHost

1. Upload any document
2. Get instant link

Pros: No account needed, analytics included, fast Cons: Best for PDFs and images

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a link for a document for free?

Upload your document to LinkyHost and get a shareable link instantly. It's free with no signup required.

How do I turn a document into a link?

Upload your document to a hosting service like LinkyHost. You'll receive a URL that links directly to your document.

What's the best format for sharing documents via link?

PDF is best for documents you want recipients to view. PDFs display consistently on all devices and prevent accidental editing.

Can I create a link for a Word document?

Yes! You can either convert to PDF first (recommended) or upload the .docx file directly for a download link.

Can I track who views my document?

Yes. LinkyHost includes free analytics showing view counts, timestamps, and viewer locations.

Can I update a document without changing the link?

Some services allow this. Check if your hosting service supports replacing files while keeping the same URL.

How do I share a confidential document securely?

Add password protection and only share the link with intended recipients. Consider setting an expiration date.

Related Guides

• How to Create a Link to a PDF
• PDF Link Generator
• How to Share a PDF as a Link

Conclusion

Creating a link for a document is easy with the right tools. For PDFs and most documents, LinkyHost provides free, instant link generation with tracking.

Ready to create a link for your document? Get started free →