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Share Files
Create shareable links for files and folders in TMA Cloud.
Create shareable links for files and folders in TMA Cloud.
Creating Share Links
Single File Share
- Right-click on a file
- Select "Share"
- Choose an expiry option (7 days, 30 days, or no expiration)
- Copy the generated link
Folder Share
- Right-click on a folder
- Select "Share"
- Choose an expiry option
- All folder contents accessible via link
Bulk Share
- Select multiple files/folders
- Click "Share" button in the toolbar
- Choose an expiry option
- A share link is created for each selected item
Share Link Expiry
Expiry Options
When sharing, you choose one of:
- 7 days (default) - link expires after 7 days
- 30 days - link expires after 30 days
- No expiration - link stays active until manually revoked
Re-sharing an already-shared file lets you change the expiry.
Expired Links
- Expired links remain visible in the Shared section with a red clock icon and "Link expired" label
- Anyone visiting an expired link sees a "Link expired" page
- A background job automatically cleans up expired share links every 7 days
Share Link Management
Viewing Shares
- Go to "Shared" section
- Active links show the green share icon
- Expired links show a red clock icon and "Link expired" label
Copying Links
- Click "Copy Link" button
- Link copied to clipboard
- Share via email, messaging, etc.
Revoking Shares
- Right-click and select "Unshare", or use the toolbar
- Immediate access revocation
- Link becomes invalid
Share Link Features
Public Access
- No authentication required
- Accessible to anyone with link
- Read-only access
Custom Domain
- Optional custom share domain
- Isolated from main application
- Configure in Settings → Share Base URL (admin only)
Accessing Shared Files
Via Share Link
- Click share link (or paste in browser)
- View shared files/folders
- Download files as needed
Download Options
- Single File: Direct download
- Folder: Download as ZIP archive
- Multiple Files: Select and download
Security Considerations
- Share links are public (no authentication)
- Use expiration dates for sensitive files
- Revoke shares when no longer needed
- Be cautious with sensitive information
Related Topics
- Sharing Model - How sharing works
- API: Sharing - API endpoints
- Security Model - Security best practices