How to Add a Download File Action to Buttons in Sparkforge

By Sparkforge Support Team ·Last reviewed May 3, 2026

The Download File action makes any button, image, or SVG on a Sparkforge funnel or website deliver a file (PDF, image, ZIP) on click. Toggle Download in the element settings, link a Media Library file, and rename it for the user.

The Download File action turns any button, image, or SVG into a one-click file delivery on Sparkforge funnels and websites. Use it for lead magnets, brochures, pricing PDFs, or digital assets without third-party download services.

Enable the action

Open the funnel or website in the editor.
Select the Button, Image, or SVG element.
In the right-hand settings panel, toggle Download to ON.
Click Link File to open the Media Picker.
Choose an existing file or upload a new one to the Media Library.
Rename the file for the end user (optional).
Save and preview.

Supported elements

Buttons: best for clear CTAs like "Download Now."
Images: turn an icon, poster, or thumbnail into a clickable download.
SVGs: trigger downloads from custom vector graphics.

Customize the downloaded file name

Rename the file at the link step so the user gets a clean, branded filename. Replace something like file_123.pdf with 2025_Pricing_Guide.pdf for a more professional download.

How users experience it

Clicking the element triggers a direct download — there is no preview screen. The browser handles the file with the user's default download behavior.

Limits to know

One file per element. To offer multiple downloads, use multiple buttons or a follow-up email.
Any file in the Media Library is supported, including PDFs, images, and ZIPs.
Downloads are not tracked per user. To attribute downloads, gate the asset behind a form and use a workflow trigger on submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I attach more than one file to a single button?

No. Each element supports one downloadable file. To offer a bundle, zip the files together or use multiple elements.

Which file types are supported?

Anything you can store in the Media Library, including PDFs, images, ZIP archives, and more.

Can I track who downloads my file?

Direct downloads are not tracked individually. To attribute downloads, gate the file behind a form and trigger a workflow on submission.

Will users see a preview before the download starts?

No. The file downloads directly when the element is clicked — the browser handles it as a normal file download.

Can I change the filename the user sees?

Yes. At the Link File step, rename the file to something user-friendly like 2025_Pricing_Guide.pdf instead of the original Media Library filename.