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DGK
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

Why are recipients of file requests prompted to sign in?

I recently created a "File Request"  folder to allow trading partners to send us documents in lieu of faxing.   However when users click  a link they appear to be prompted to login with a usernam...
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DGK wrote:

... now when I paste the link it seems to work without a login

I just tested your link and it worked fine (you should have received a Test.txt file with the word Test inside it). I've also edited your post to remove the link so no one else can use it.

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DGK
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

Thanks Rich!

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