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Heresmyusername
New member | Level 2
3 years ago

What happens to currently shared files when changing "default access for shared links"

Hey all,

 

We're on Dropbox Business and our "default access for shared links" is currently set to "anyone with a link". We'd like to update this to "Team Members". When we make this update, will it affect any files that were previously shared with the "anyone with a link" option? Or is it just the default setting going forward?

 

Thanks!

  • Forgot about support chat that comes with Dropbox Business. I asked them and it only applies to all new shared links created. Existing links will not be impacted. 

  • Heresmyusername's avatar
    Heresmyusername
    New member | Level 2

    Forgot about support chat that comes with Dropbox Business. I asked them and it only applies to all new shared links created. Existing links will not be impacted. 

    • Hannah's avatar
      Hannah
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

      Hey Heresmyusername, thanks for posting to our Community today.

       

      I'm happy you were able to contact our support team and that you got help with your question about shared links.

       

      If you need anything else, make sure to give us a shout.

       

      Have a great day!

      • drosenblum's avatar
        drosenblum
        New member | Level 2

        I can't access the dropbox link to the video files that I've store.  It usually appears eventually, but today it hasn't.  Any suggestions?

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