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cdordelly
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12 hours ago

Is there a way to share a folder via email without downloads permission?

Hi! Is there any way to share a folder with email (instead of link) but without downloads permission? So only with the capability to view the folder (or files if I share a file) contents. Thanks!...
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Rich
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11 hours ago
cdordelly wrote:

Is there any way to share a folder with email (instead of link) but without downloads permission?

No. If you share a file or folder with a specific person (invited to the file or folder), they will have download access. There's no way to prevent that.

Using a view-only shared link and setting link permissions (if available on your plan) can prevent downloads, but then the link can be shared with anyone beyond your control.

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