Easy Tech TutsHow to Add a PDF in a Brevo Email Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Delivering a product catalog, whitepaper, or invoice through email gets tricky once you factor in size limits and delivery risk. This guide covers Brevo's two main options: linking to a cloud-hosted PDF for large audiences, or attaching the file directly for smaller sends under the size threshold. You'll learn which method fits your list size and how to test it before sending.
01Decide between linking and attaching
For sends over roughly 5,000 recipients, use the link method; for smaller lists, direct attachment is available under Brevo's file size limits.
02Host your file for the link method
Upload your PDF to a public cloud storage service like Google Drive and copy the shareable link.
03Map the link to a button or text
In the campaign design canvas, highlight text or select a button, choose Absolute link as the link type, and paste your cloud document URL.
04Or enable direct attachment
For the attachment method, open Additional settings at the bottom of the campaign checklist, check Add an attachment, and upload your PDF, keeping the total payload under 4MB.
05Test before sending
Use Preview and Test to confirm your document links or attachments open and download correctly across devices.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a limit on how many recipients can get an attached PDF?
Yes, direct file attachments generally cap your delivery pool to under 5,000 recipients to protect deliverability.
What's the maximum PDF size Brevo allows for attachments?
Attachments need to keep your overall email payload under roughly 4MB to stay within Brevo's delivery limits.
Why would I link to a PDF instead of attaching it?
Linking works better for large mass sends since it avoids the recipient cap and file size restrictions tied to direct attachments.
Can I track how many people download my PDF?
Click tracking on the linked button or text will show you engagement data, though direct attachment downloads aren't tracked the same way.
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