How to create your first flipbook

To create a flipbook, you'll need a PDF file. Don’t have one yet? Make one with Canva or another easy-to-use PDF tool. Or, if you just want to see how FlippingBook works, start with our demo PDF.

FlippingBook Online transforms your PDF into an interactive HTML5 flipbook. It will have a smooth page flip effect and the appealing look of a real book, but there are many other reasons to use a flipbook instead of a PDF.

Creating your first flipbook only takes a few minutes. There are only three basic steps: 

• Upload a PDF or start with a demo PDF
• Customize your flipbook
• Share it with your audience

Upload a PDF or start with a demo PDF

To create your first flipbook, you can upload one of your own PDFs or use our demo PDF. 

Upload your PDF

1. Open your FlippingBook Online account
2. Click Upload PDF or, if you don't have a suitable PDF yet, start with our demo.
   
3. In the pop-up window, select your PDF file and click Open.
   
4. Your PDF will now be converted into a flipbook. This process can take anywhere from a few seconds up to several minutes, depending on the size and complexity of your PDF, so please wait for the conversion to finish.
5. Once the conversion is complete, your flipbook is ready. Next, you'll be taken to the customization step, where you can personalize its appearance and settings before sharing it. If you prefer, you can skip this step and customize it later.

Start with a demo PDF

If you plan to design your PDF later, start with our demo PDF to see how FlippingBook works. Click Start with Demo PDF.

Wait a few seconds until the demo PDF is converted. You can then continue by customizing your flipbook. 

Customize the flipbook

Note!If you need to add/delete pages or change the content of your flipbook, update the PDF and replace it so the flipbook reflects the updates.

When you create your first flipbook, you'll be invited to customize it after uploading your PDF. There are many ways to customize your flipbook.

Here are some things that you can do:

• In the Title & Description section, change the title of your flipbook.
• In the Branding & Style section, change the background or insert your own logo instead of 'Made with FlippingBook'
• In the Controls section, disable the option to print.
• ... and lots more!

To explore more customization options, click on Customize in the pop-up and modify the flipbook to your liking. This article will help you explore different settings there. 

Not interested in making any customizations? Click on the button Next step. You can always customize your flipbook later if you want.

Share the flipbook with your audience

Now it’s time to share your flipbook:

1. Go to your account Home page.
2. Hover over your flipbook and click Share.
   
   
   
3. Click Copy link, then paste the link into an email, messaging app, social media post, or anywhere else you'd like to share your flipbook. To preview it first, paste the link into a new browser tab.
   

Not sure about which is the best way for you to share your flipbook? Take a look at our How can I share my flipbook article.

Next Steps

Congratulations! You've created your first flipbook. Next, learn how to customize it further, make it interactive, protect it, and more! This article gives an impression of the possibilities.