Set View Limits on PDF Files

Published: January 15, 2025 | Updated: January 20, 2025

Control how many times your PDF can be viewed. Set view limits, require email verification, and track every access with MaiPDF's powerful security features.

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How PDF View Limits Work

Visualize the secure PDF sharing workflow with view restrictions

PDF View Limits Workflow Animation

How MaiPDF Helps You Control PDF Access

Set view limits and security restrictions to protect your documents

Upload Your PDF

Upload your PDF directly to MaiPDF and generate a secure sharing link or QR code. No software installation required!

Set View Limits

Choose how many times your PDF can be viewed. After the limit is reached, the document becomes inaccessible, ensuring your content stays protected.

Track PDF Views

Monitor how many times your document has been viewed and by whom. Get insights on access time, IP addresses, and devices used.

MaiPDF Security Settings

MaiPDF provides 5 powerful settings to control how your PDF is accessed and shared:

  • Views - Limit the number of times your PDF can be opened
  • Verify - Require email verification before viewing
  • Download - Allow or prevent PDF downloads
  • Watermark - Add visible watermarks for protection
  • Alert - Get notified when someone views your PDF

Why View Limits Matter

View limits are essential for:

  • Confidential Documents: Ensure sensitive information is only viewed a limited number of times
  • Trial Content: Allow preview access before requiring purchase
  • Exclusive Access: Control distribution of premium content
  • Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements for document access control