Looking to make your Canva designs more interactive? Whether you’re designing a flyer, digital brochure, or PDF handout, adding hyperlinks can take your content to the next level—making it easy for viewers to access websites, sign up forms, or resources with just one click.
In this quick Canva tutorial, you’ll learn exactly how to insert hyperlinks into your Canva design and export them as clickable PDFs—perfect for digital sharing.
Why Add Hyperlinks in Canva?
Hyperlinks are a simple way to make your designs more functional and user-friendly. They’re great for:
- Directing people to your website or social media
- Linking to event registration pages
- Adding citations or source material
- Making interactive PDFs for online use
Step-by-Step: How to Add Hyperlinks in Canva
- Open Your Canva Design
Start by opening your existing Canva design. In the tutorial video, we used a flyer as an example, but this works for any layout. - Select the Text You Want to Link
Click on the text box you want to hyperlink. You can highlight a word or select the entire box. - Use the Link Tool
Click the three dots in the top menu and select “Link”, or use the shortcutCommand + Kon a Mac. - Paste or Type in Your URL
Add the web address you want your text to link to, then click “Done.” - Export as a PDF
For the hyperlink to work, you must download your design as a PDF (not an image). Click “Share” in the top right, then “Download,” choose “PDF Standard,” and export your file. - Test Your Link
Open your downloaded PDF and click the linked text. It should open your browser and take you to the correct page.
That’s it! You’ve created a clickable link in Canva.
Watch the Tutorial
Want to see it in action? Check out the full tutorial here:
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You’ll walk away knowing how to:
- Add a hyperlink to any text in Canva
- Export a design with working links
- Create a polished, interactive digital PDF
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned designer, mastering this simple skill will make your Canva projects more effective.