How to Add a Clickable Link to a Canva Invitation (RSVP, Map & Registry)
Why links in a texted Canva invitation don't work, and three easy ways to give guests tappable RSVP, Google Maps and registry links.
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Why links in a texted Canva invitation don't work, and three easy ways to give guests tappable RSVP, Google Maps and registry links.
You added the RSVP link, the registry and the map to your Canva invitation, sent it to the group chat, and... nobody can tap anything. This is the number one surprise with digital invitations, and it has a simple cause.
Links only work in a PDF. Canva's own help center explains that JPG and PNG images don't support hyperlinks. When you text or post a picture, the link inside it is just part of the picture. Below are the three ways to give guests links they can actually tap.
How to add a link in Canva
- Select the text or element you want to link (for example "RSVP here").
- Click the More icon (three dots) in the toolbar and choose Link.
- Paste your web address and press Enter.
Tip: underline or color the linked words so guests know they can tap them.
Option 1: Send a PDF (links work inside the invitation)
Download with Share → Download → PDF Standard. Email the PDF or share it in WhatsApp as a document, and every link inside will open. Best for: email invitations, wedding and baby shower invites with a registry.
Option 2: Send the image plus a text with the links (best for group chats)
Most people open invitations as a picture in iMessage or WhatsApp, so this is the most reliable way:
- Download the invitation as a PNG and send it.
- Right after it, send a short message with the links written out. Phones turn web addresses into tappable links automatically.
RSVP here: [your form link]. Directions: [your Google Maps link]. Can't wait to celebrate with you!
Registry: [link]. Please RSVP to Sarah by May 3 at [phone number].
Option 3: Publish it as a free Canva website (one link for everything)
Canva lets free accounts publish a design as a website on a free canva.site address. Choose Publish website in the editor, and your invitation becomes a page where your RSVP, map and registry buttons work. Send guests that one link. Free sites show a small "Designed with Canva" footer.
How to get each kind of link
- Google Maps location: open the venue in Google Maps, tap Share, then Copy link.
- RSVP: make a free Google Form with name, number of guests and allergies, then click Send → link and shorten the URL. See our free RSVP guide.
- Registry: open your registry (Amazon, Target, Babylist) and use its Share button to copy the public link.
Get an invitation that is ready to send
Every VoltBy template opens in Canva with a free account. Choose Self-Edit and your template link is emailed to you right after purchase, so you can change the names, date, colors and photo yourself. Prefer to skip the editing? Choose We-Edit, send us your details, and we email you the finished, print-ready files within 24 hours. Download a PNG to text to guests or a PDF to print at home.
Invitations people are sending by text this season
- Halloween Costume Party Invitations
- Friendsgiving Invitations
- Christmas Party Invitations
- Baby Shower Invitations for Girls
- Teen Birthday Invitations
More help: How to send digital party invitations by text or email.
Canva invitation links FAQ
Why doesn't the link in my Canva invitation work?
Links only stay clickable in a PDF download. Canva's help center confirms that JPG and PNG images don't support hyperlinks, so a link inside a picture you text or post can't be tapped.
How do I add a link in Canva?
Select the text or element, click the More (three dots) icon, choose Link, paste your URL and press Enter.
How do I send an invitation by text with a clickable link?
Send the invitation as an image, then send the link (RSVP form, map or registry) as a separate text message. Phones turn plain web addresses in a text into tappable links.
Can I add a Google Maps location to my invitation?
Yes. In Google Maps, open the venue, tap Share and copy the link. Add it to the invitation in Canva for PDF versions, and paste it as a separate text when you send the image.
Can I make the whole invitation a clickable page?
Yes. Canva lets free users publish a design as a website on a free canva.site address, where buttons and links work. Send that one link to guests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a paid Canva account?
No. Every VoltBy template works with a free Canva account. You will never be asked to upgrade to Canva Pro to edit or download your design.
Can I print these at home or at a print shop?
Yes. You can print at home, at a local print shop, or through an online printer. You can also share your invitation digitally by text, email, or social media.
Can I personalize the text, colors, and details?
Absolutely. You can edit names, dates, wording, colors, and fonts directly in Canva. Prefer not to do it yourself? Choose the we-edit option and we will personalize it for you.
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