How to manage links with edit or view-only access
You can make changes to a file or folder link after sharing it.
Learn how to manage Dropbox sharing permissions.
There are some exceptions to this, including if:
- You remove someone’s access and they still have a file or folder link, they could regain access. To prevent them from regaining access, remove the link to the file or folder.
- Someone you’ve shared a folder link with has joined that folder, the link permissions you set will no longer apply.
- You invite someone to a file or folder with access, they can create their own link to share with someone else. You can’t manage those shared links, so be sure to only share with people you trust.
Can I protect my link with a passcode?
You can add passwords to shared links if you’re a Professional, Standard, Advanced, or Enterprise customer.
Customizing links and settings
Dropbox Professional, Standard, Advanced, Business, Business Plus, and Enterprise customers can change link settings and customize shared links with professional branding.
Things to be aware of when sharing links to Dropbox files and folders
- Customers on Dropbox Professional, Essentials, Standard, Advanced, Business, Business Plus, and Enterprise can set additional shared link permissions like passwords and expiration dates.
- You can't create a shared link to a restricted folder.
- Team admins may change default link sharing settings, but team members can still choose who they want to share the link with.
- If you receive a shared link, you'll only be able to access the file or folder on dropbox.com.
Will my Dropbox link automatically grant edit access to my folder?
If you’re on a Dropbox Basic, Professional, or Plus account, you can give other Dropbox users edit access to your Dropbox files or folders via a link.
If you share with someone without a Dropbox account, they’ll only be able to preview the file or folder.
If you give another Dropbox user access to a file or folder, they can create their own link to share that content with others. If you’re an admin on a Dropbox team, you can control the link settings for the rest of your team.
If you’re a member of a Dropbox team account, you can still adjust settings for certain items even if the team admin changes default link sharing settings.