How to Embed Files and Attachments

Embedding files in your ContactMonkey emails allows you to share documents while tracking engagement. You can link files to buttons, text links, or images.

Why Embed Files Instead of Attaching Directly?

File size limits:

• Direct attachments in Outlook: 4MB maximum
• Embedded files in ContactMonkey: 20MB maximum

Tracking benefits: When you embed files, ContactMonkey tracks click rates so you can see which attachments recipients are opening.

Method 1: Link a File to a Button

Step 1: Add a Button

In the Email Builder, drag a Button content block to your email.

Step 2: Link Your File

1. Click the button to open the properties menu
2. Click Link file to open the File Manager

Step 3: Upload or Select Your File

1. Click Upload to add a new file, or select an existing file
2. Click Insert to link the file to your button

Step 4: Customize Button Text

1. Click the button and change the text to describe your file (ex: "Download PDF" or "View Report")

Method 2: Link a File to Text (Hyperlink)

Step 1: Select Your Text

Highlight the text you want to turn into a clickable link.

Step 2: Insert the Link

1. Click the Insert/edit link button in the text toolbar
2. Change Link Type to File Manager

Step 3: Add Your File

1. Upload a new file or select an existing file from your File Manager
2. Click Insert to link the file to your text

Method 3: Link a File to an Image

Step 1: Add Your Image

Upload your image to your File Manager, then insert it in your email.

Step 2: Link the File

1. Click the image to open the properties menu
2. Click Link File
3. Select or upload your file from the File Manager
4. Click Insert

Testing Your Embedded Files

1. Click each embedded file to verify it opens correctly
2. Check that tracking is working in your analytics

Note: Use Send & Track/Send now (not Send Test) to ensure all tracking links are activated properly.