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2026-07-253 min read

How to Add Attachments to PDF – Step by Step

Learn how to attach files to a PDF document online for free.


Need to bundle supporting files with your PDF? The Add Attachments tool attaches any file type — spreadsheets, images, documents — to your PDF, creating a portable package.

Step-by-Step Guide

Open the Add Attachments page.

First, upload your PDF file.

Then upload the files you want to attach (any format — Word docs, Excel sheets, images, etc.).

Click Attach Files and the attachments are embedded in the PDF.

Download your PDF with attached files.

Tips for Best Results

  • Attached files are embedded in the PDF — recipients need a PDF reader that supports attachments.
  • You can attach any file type: documents, spreadsheets, images, or even other PDFs.
  • Use this to create PDF portfolios that include all related files in one package.

Ready to try it? → Add Attachments