Want your document to be viewed or downloaded?

Plox Tip: Want someone to view your file but not download it? Just turn off “Allow Download” and combine it with Require Email or OTP Verification for more control.

How to View a Document#

When someone receives your shared link and opens it:

• The document will open directly in the browser, no downloads required
• Viewers can scroll through the file securely, with no installation or sign-up needed
• The viewing experience includes your branding (Pro plan and above) and optional access restrictions

How to Download a Document#

By default, Plox allows viewers to download the document only if download is enabled in your access settings.

1. Click on the document link shared to you
2. On the document viewing platform, there will an option/icon to download
3. Click on the download option/icon and the document will start getting downloaded
4. The downloaded document will be present in your device storage

Why Disable Downloads?#

If you're sharing sensitive or proprietary information, you may want to disable downloads so the file can't be saved offline or reshared. This is useful for:

• Investor decks
• Legal or HR documents
• Time-sensitive proposals
• Internal or confidential files

Viewer-Side Checklist: What They Experience#

Here’s what your viewers will see when accessing your document:

If Downloads Are Enabled:#

• Document opens in their browser
• A download icon or link is available
• They can save the file to their device
• Your branding (logo + company name) is visible (on the Pro plan and above)

If Downloads Are Disabled:#

• Document opens in their browser
• No download option is shown
• They can scroll and read the entire file online
• Your branding is still visible (on the Pro plan and above)