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Kay11R
Explorer | Level 4
4 years ago
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Removing a shared folder from my account

How can I remove a folder that was shared with me? without asking the sharer to remove it for me. I wanted to increase my storage since it's almost full due to the shared files. hope someone can help...
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  • Jay's avatar
    Jay
    4 years ago
    If you delete a folder inside the shared folder itself, then it would be deleted for all members of the shared folder.

    The folder could then be recovered from the deleted files page within 30 days of the deletion.
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Megan
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3 years ago

Hi shaross, happy Monday! 

 

In order for you to remove your access from the shared folders, you'd need to follow these steps. Want to give this a go, and let me know if you have any questions?

 

Thank you! 

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Caitlinml
New member | Level 2
3 years ago

Hi there, I am experiencing the same issue and can't seem to find the steps you list either. How do I remove myself from a shared folder? Thanks!

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    Hannah
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    3 years ago

    Hey Caitlinml, thanks for the nudge here.

     

    The steps to remove your access from a shared folder can be found here.

     

    I hope this helps!

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