{"schema":"https://www.layerpath.com/schemas/public-document/v1","version":1,"id":"/learn/how-to-add-an-attachment-to-a-hubspot-email","route":"/learn/how-to-add-an-attachment-to-a-hubspot-email","canonical":"https://www.layerpath.com/learn/how-to-add-an-attachment-to-a-hubspot-email","title":"How to Add an Attachment to a HubSpot Email","h1":"How to Add an Attachment to a HubSpot Email","description":"Learn how to easily add attachments to your HubSpot emails with our step-by-step guide. Enhance your communication and engage your audience effectively.","archetype":"tutorial","blocks":[{"type":"heading","depth":1,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How to Add an Attachment to a HubSpot Email"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"This guide will walk you through the steps to add an attachment to an email within HubSpot, using a sample contact, Maria Johnson. 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Once uploaded, select the file to generate a link.\nInsert File Link into Email – Add the file link into your email text or button (e.g., “Download Brochure”), so recipients can click to access it."]}