How to allow document downloads for viewers?

When sharing documents in Papermark, you can control download permissions through link settings. Here's how to enable downloads for your viewers:

Step 1: Access Link Settings

1. Go to your document's dashboard
2. Click "Create New Link" or edit an existing link
3. Open the link settings panel

Step 2: Enable Downloads

In the link settings, you'll find the download controls:

1. Locate the "Allow downloading" toggle switch
2. Click to enable downloads for this link
3. The setting takes effect immediately

Configure link settings

Step 3: Additional Download Settings

While in link settings, you can also configure:

• Download expiration
• Email verification requirements
• Watermark settings
• Password protection

Step 4: Share Your Link

After enabling downloads:

1. Copy your sharing link
2. Share it with your intended audience
3. Recipients can now download the document

Here is how viewers will see downloading option

How to see if your document was downloaded?

Directly on your document analytics or in visitors tab you can see who downloaded your documents.

Benefits of Link-Based Downloads

• Granular Control: Different links can have different download permissions
• Usage Tracking: Monitor downloads through document analytics
• Revocable Access: Disable downloads anytime by updating link settings
• Secure Sharing: Maintain control while allowing offline access

Create download-enabled link

Security Best Practices

When enabling downloads through link settings:

1. Use email verification for sensitive documents
2. Set appropriate expiration dates
3. Enable watermarking for tracked distribution
4. Regularly review active links and their permissions

Conclusion

Managing download permissions through link settings gives you flexible control over document distribution. For managing multiple documents, consider using Papermark's data rooms with similar download controls.