PDNob User Guide

All-in-One PDF Editor: Edit, Convert, OCR & Annotate Seamlessly Across Windows, Mac, iOS & Online — updated on July 27, 2026.

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How to Create a Shareable Link for a PDF

PDNob PDF Editor allows you to upload files to the cloud and generate shareable links with customizable permissions. This guide walks you through the complete process of uploading files, managing transfers, and configuring sharing settings.

1. How to Create a Shareable Link for a PDF

  • Open PDNob, click the Cloud button, then click the Upload File button on the right side to upload your desired file.
    create cloud sharing link
  • Click the Cloud button, then locate Transfer Records on the far right to check the upload status of your cloud files.
    transfer records
  • In Transfer Records, files will display one of three statuses: Red indicates upload failure, Green indicates upload success, and Gray indicates upload in progress. Click the circle button to re-upload a file.
    upload status

2. How to Upload a Local PDF File to the Cloud

  • Open PDNob, upload a local file, click the Share button, and select "Share as Online Link". Toggle the switch on.
    share as online link
  • Select Upload File to Cloud.
    upload file to cloud
  • Choose the destination folder for the upload.
    choose destination folder
  • Right-click the uploaded local file and select Upload to My Cloud to re-upload it.
    upload to my cloud
  • Alternatively, you can click the cloud file icon in the upper-right corner of the edit view.
    cloud file icon

3. How to Set Up and Share a PDF via Link

  • For a file that has been successfully uploaded, click the Share button, then click the Copy button under Share as Online Link to directly obtain the shared link. Click the Settings button to configure sharing permissions and a password.
    share settings
  • In the settings panel, you can configure the following:
    • Access Code – Set whether to require a numeric password.
    • Download and Print File – Set download permissions.
    • Expiration Date – Set the link validity period.

    Once configured, click Save and Copy Link to generate and copy your shareable link.

    save and copy link