How to create link to a folder for public access

Users may sometimes need to create a link to a folder in CentreStack so that others can access the contents of the folder.

You can use the Share function to create the link.

On the Windows/Mac Client Drive or in the Web Portal, right-click the folder and select Share.

Specify Who Can Access the Share

In the Invite People field:

• If the share creator already knows who should have access to the link, enter the users' email addresses, separated by semicolons (;).
• If the share creator only needs to generate a link to the folder, enter a dummy email address, as shown in the screenshot.

Click CONTINUE.

Configure Share Permissions

Under the share permissions, select View / Read Only Access and No Protection.

Click the calendar icon to specify how long the share link will remain valid.

Send email notification when file is downloaded:
When enabled, CentreStack sends an email notification to the share creator when content from the shared link is accessed.

Only share files under the current folder:
When enabled, users accessing the shared link can only view files located directly under the shared folder. They cannot access or view its subfolders.

Create and Retrieve the Share Link

Click SHARE/SAVE. A share notification containing the link to the folder will be sent to the specified email addresses.

Click GET LINK to display the share link immediately. You can then copy the link and share it with anyone who needs access.

Retrieve the Share Link After Creation

After a share has been created, the share creator can retrieve the link again at any time.

On the Windows/Mac Client Drive or in the Web Portal, right-click the shared folder and select Share.

Click the Shared with People icon to view all existing shares for the folder.

Locate the desired share and click Copy Link to Clipboard to copy the share link. You can then send the link to anyone who needs access.