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Reny1105
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3 months ago
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Disable download for shared links not working.

I have my downloads disabled for a shared link. Whenever I test the link to another email, the download option is still there and able to be used. I just upgraded to the business, and I pay to us...
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    CaraDBX
    3 months ago

    Reny1105​ Could you double check that the link you are sharing is a link for viewing? Shared links where people with the link can view the folder can have downloads disabled, but shared links to folders with can edit permissions cannot restrict downloads.

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Megan
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3 months ago

Hey Reny1105, thanks for posting here!

Did you try what Mark suggested above? Just wanted to check in and see if you're still facing the same issue.

Keep me posted!

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