PDF Sharing Settings Explained (MaiPDF Upload Screen)

PDF Sharing Settings Explained

This page explains the actual settings you see on the upload screen—what they do and when to use them.

Upload screen

The 5 settings you can configure

  1. Access Limit
    Limit total opens to prevent unlimited sharing.

  2. Each Session
    Limit reading time per session (useful for sensitive files).

  3. Protection Type

    • DynamoWatermark: dynamic watermark
    • SecureView: view-only
    • FenceView: screenshot deterrent (not a full block)
    • Unrestricted: no restrictions
  4. Email Verification
    Require the viewer to verify email before access.

  5. Read Notification (optional)
    Get an email when the document is opened.

Quick flow

flowchart LR
  A[Upload PDF] --> B[Configure settings]
  B --> C[Create secure link]
  C --> D[Share & monitor]