Document Management
Setting Up Document Upload Links for Carriers
CertiAlert Team
March 10, 2025
4 min read
< p > CertiAlert's document upload links make it easy for carriers to submit required documents directly, without needing accounts or complex processes.
< h2 > How Upload Links Work
< p > Each carrier gets a unique, secure upload link that allows them to:
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Upload multiple documents at once
< li > See which documents you require
< li > Submit documents without creating an account
< li > Get confirmation when uploads are successful
< h2 > Generating Upload Links
< h3 > For New Carriers
< p > Upload links are automatically generated when you add a new carrier.You can find the link in:
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The carrier's detail page
< li > The "Actions" dropdown menu
< li > Email templates for new carrier onboarding
< h3 > For Existing Carriers
< p > To generate a new upload link for an existing carrier:
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Go to the carrier's profile page
< li > Click the "Actions" dropdown
< li > Select "Generate Upload Link"
< li > Copy the link to send to the carrier
< h2 > Customizing Upload Requirements
< p > You can specify which documents each carrier needs to upload:
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Insurance Certificate: Always required
W9 Form: For tax reporting
Operating Authority: If required for your operations
Additional Documents: Custom requirements
< h2 > Sending Links to Carriers
< h3 > Email Templates
< p > CertiAlert includes pre - written email templates:
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New carrier onboarding email
< li > Document renewal reminders
< li > Missing document notifications
< h3 > Direct Communication
< p > You can also send links through:
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Text message / SMS
< li > Phone call(read the link)
< li > Your existing communication channels
< h2 > Upload Link Security
< p > Upload links are designed with security in mind:
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Unique, non - guessable URLs
< li > Expire after 30 days(configurable)
< li > Limited to specific carrier
< li > Upload activity is logged and tracked
< h2 > Monitoring Uploads
< p > Track document submission progress:
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Real - time notifications when documents are uploaded
< li > Dashboard shows carriers with pending uploads
< li > Upload history and activity logs
< li > Automatic status updates when documents are received
< h2 > Troubleshooting Common Issues
< h3 > Link Not Working
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Check if link has expired
< li > Generate a new link if needed
< li > Ensure carrier is using the full URL
< h3 > Upload Failures
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Verify file size is under 10MB
< li > Check file format(PDF, JPG, PNG only)
< li > Try uploading one file at a time