Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Link a PDF Download in WordPress

As a website owner, you may want to offer downloadable content to your visitors. One common way to do this is by linking a PDF download. In WordPress, this can be done easily with a few simple steps.

Step 1: Upload the PDF to WordPress

The first thing you need to do is upload the PDF file to your WordPress media library. To do this, go to your WordPress dashboard and click on "Media" in the left-hand menu. Then click on "Add New" and select the PDF file from your computer. Once uploaded, you can access the PDF file from the media library.

Step 2: Get the Link to the PDF File

To link the PDF file, you need to get the link to the file. To do this, click on the PDF file in the media library. You will see the file details, including the URL. Copy the URL.

Step 3: Create the Link in Your Post or Page

Now you can create the link to the PDF file in your post or page. Highlight the text you want to use for the link and click on the "Link" button in the toolbar. In the link dialogue box, paste the URL of the PDF file you copied earlier and click "Add Link."

That's it! You've created a link to a PDF download in WordPress. When a visitor clicks on the link, they will be able to download the PDF file.

Additional Tips:

• You can also add a PDF file download link to your WordPress sidebar or footer by using a text widget and following the same steps.
• If you want to track how many times your PDF file has been downloaded, you can use a plugin like Google Analytics for WordPress by MonsterInsights.
• Make sure to optimize your PDF files for web to ensure quick load times for your visitors.