Links that end when the job does
Every sharing link has an end date. Choose anything from 1 to 30 days, so old links do not quietly stay live for years.
Learn more →Sharing links
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.
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The problem
Why it matters
Attachments bounce when they are too large, sit in inboxes forever and multiply into versions nobody can track. A sharing link keeps one file in one place. The recipient gets what they need without an account, and you decide when access ends.
How it works
Step by step
- 1
Choose the file
Select Share next to any active file in your workspace.
- 2
Set the terms
Pick how many days the link should last, from 1 to 30, and add an optional password.
- 3
Send the link
Copy it into your email or message. Send any password separately for extra protection.
- 4
Review and revoke
All live links for the workspace are listed on the Shared links page, where you can turn off any of them.
What's covered
Everything sharing links includes
- No account needed to download
- Expiry from 1 to 30 days
- Optional password
- One page listing live links
- Revoke at any time
- Links stop while a file is in Trash
- Link creation recorded
- Long, randomly generated link addresses
Where it helps
Typical uses
- Sending large files to customers
- Giving a printer final artwork
- Passing documents to an accountant or solicitor
- Sharing a proposal for a limited time
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Does the recipient need an Orbis Drive account?
No. They open the link and download the file. If you set a password, they will need that too.
Can I see the link again after creating it?
For security we store only a protected fingerprint of each link, so copy it when it is created. If you lose it, revoke it and create a new one.
Can I share a folder?
Links cover individual files. For a folder, invite the person to the workspace instead.
Related
Related pages
Turn off a link in one click
Sent it to the wrong person? Project finished early? See every live link in one place and switch off any of them straight away.
Learn more →Sending large files to customers and suppliers
Files up to 5 GB can go by link, with no account for the recipient and no separate transfer service to sign up for.
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