You have two easy ways to add PDFs to your portfolio:

  1. Upload from your device
  2. Import via URL

Here's how both methods work.

Step 1: Open Your Portfolio Editor

Go to your Portfolio Editor.

Click the button labeled "Add Work Samples".

Start by clicking "Add work samples"

Step 2: Select "Import or Upload New Content"

Click Import or upload new content.

Choose PDFs from the list of content types.

Select "PDFs" as a content type.

Step 3: Choose How to Add Your PDF

You have two options here:

1. Option: Upload from Your Device (most common)

  • Click Upload PDFs.
  • Select the PDF file from your computer.
  • Wait for the upload to finish.

2. Option: Import from a URL

  • Paste the URL of the PDF hosted online.
  • Click Add to import directly.
You can upload a PDF or import from a URL.

Step 4: Customize Your PDF Details

After uploading or importing, you can customize:

  • Title
  • Description
  • Source (select an existing source or create a new one)
  • Publication Date

Authory automatically generates a preview thumbnail. You can upload a custom one if you prefer.

Click Continue to save your details.

Customize the preview to your liking.

Step 5: View Your Uploaded PDF

Once saved, your PDF appears immediately on your Authory portfolio with a generated thumbnail preview.

Visitors clicking on the PDF will see a beautifully rendered viewer displaying all pages clearly within Authory.

The PDF will appear as a preview on your public portfolio and open in full if clicked.

That’s It!

Adding PDFs to your Authory portfolio is straightforward and professional, helping you showcase your most valuable documents alongside your other work.

Need further assistance? Visit the Help Center or contact hello@authory.com.