To better protect university information and give you more control over who can access your files, we’ve updated the sharing options in SharePoint and OneDrive. The ability to share a file using the “Anyone with the link” option has been removed. Previously, links created using this setting could be opened by anyone who received or was forwarded the link.
Removing the option to share with anyone provides an added layer of protection and helps prevent files and documents from being shared unintentionally. The change was approved by University leadership as part of our continued efforts to strengthen information security.
What This Means for You
Links you previously created using the “Anyone with the link” option may no longer work. If someone still needs access, please share the file with them again. When sharing files moving forward, please use the following guidance:
We’re Here to Help
We appreciate your support as we work to better protect university information. If you have questions or experience issues accessing or sharing a file, please submit our File Storage Assistance service request.
All faculty and staff have the ability to access and use Software Center or Self Service+ on a UNCW-owned computer.
*Please note: If your Windows computer has not been on the UNCW network for an extended period of time (either on-campus or via VPN), you may need to connect before it displays all applications available on Software Center. After connecting, applications may take a few hours to populate.
If you need further assistance, submit a service request or CHAT with TAC.