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Access Requests

Requesting Access

When you encounter a shared item that you don't have access to:

If you are signed in:

  1. An Access Request Form is displayed showing the item owner's information.
  2. Select a permission level (Reader or Writer).
  3. Click Send request.
  4. A confirmation page appears: "Request sent."
  5. If you have already submitted a request, the system shows that your request is pending to prevent duplicates.

If you are not signed in:

  1. An Access Request Form is displayed.
  2. Enter your email address.
  3. Click Send request.
  4. A confirmation page appears: "Request sent."
  5. If you have already submitted a request, the system shows that your request is pending to prevent duplicates.

Reviewing Access Requests (Owners/Admins)

File owners and administrators can review incoming access requests:

  1. Navigate to the access request management interface.
  2. View pending requests, including the requester's name and message.
  3. For each request, choose to:
  4. Approve — Grant the requested access.
  5. Deny — Reject the access request.
  6. The requester is notified of the decision.