Attachments still work for some private one-to-one sharing, but they add friction in almost every public or multi-channel workflow.
Why hosted links outperform attachments
A hosted PDF link:
- opens faster on mobile
- can be forwarded without re-downloading the file
- works in QR codes
- fits event signage, chats, and profile links
Where attachments still make sense
Private approvals or secure one-off exchanges may still belong in email. For public-facing distribution, a direct link usually performs better.
Sharedoc’s role
Sharedoc handles the narrow but important part of this workflow: turning one PDF into a direct URL and QR code quickly.