Share a file. Keep control.
Send a link instead of an attachment. Choose how long it lasts, add a password if you need one, and revoke it when the job is done.
Learn more →Downloads
Get your files when you need them
Download any file in your workspace from a modern browser. Access is checked first, then a short-lived secure link delivers the file.
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The problem
Why it matters
Storage only helps if files come back out quickly and safely. Each Orbis Drive download is authorised against your workspace membership at the moment you ask for it, so there are no permanent public addresses for your documents.
How it works
Step by step
- 1
Choose the file
Open its folder, use search, or go to your Starred page.
- 2
Your access is checked
We confirm that you are signed in and belong to the workspace that holds the file.
- 3
The download starts
A temporary link valid for 15 minutes delivers the file with its original name.
What's covered
Everything downloads includes
- Access checked on every request
- Temporary links that expire after 15 minutes
- Original filename preserved
- No permanent public address
- Sharing links for people outside the workspace
- Encrypted connection throughout
Where it helps
Typical uses
- Opening a contract on a different computer
- Retrieving artwork for a printer
- Getting records ready for your accountant
- Collecting your files if you leave the service
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can I download a whole folder at once?
Not currently. Files are downloaded individually.
Can I preview a document before downloading?
The current release does not include in-browser previews. Clicking download saves the file to your device.
Can someone reuse my download link later?
The link stops working after 15 minutes. Treat it as private while it is live. Use a sharing link when you mean to send a file to someone else.
Related
Related pages
Private by default
Files are held in a private storage bucket with public access disabled. Nothing gets out without an authorised request or a link you chose to create.
Learn more →Private cloud storage, ready when you are
Upload files straight from your browser into private storage. No software to install, and your allowance is checked before anything transfers.
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