Restrict access to a folder
A user with edit permission can restrict a folder, opening it and its subfolders only to selected persons and departments. For those not on the list, the folder becomes invisible: it does not appear in the sidebar, search, tasks, or activity history. Organization administrators always see it. Details: authorisation.
- User
- Administrator
- Editing permission in the area
How to restrict access to a folder?
Location and information
Steps
Select the folder; find the ACCESS section in the right details panel.
Click the Restrict access button.
Check the departments and persons who will see the folder. You are automatically added to the list.
Click Save.
"Result The folder appears with a lock icon in the tree; it disappears immediately from the screens of people not listed.
"Warning A folder containing a restricted folder you cannot access cannot be deleted or moved to another folder (it can be renamed); in this case, contact an administrator.
"Tip Restriction does not grant new permissions: the person in the list works with their own permissions in the area. To remove the restriction, use the Remove restriction button.