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How can I limit a shared link so the receiver can only download the file and not share it?
When I upload a file, it creates a sharable link. When I send that link to someone, how do I limit them to 'download only' and not be able to share the file with others or edit it? Garry
Jason, thank you for adding to Jays response. I appreciate the information. 😀 Garry
Jay
Dropbox Staff
Dropbox StaffHi skillfusion, thanks for messaging the Community.
In general, it wouldn't really be possible to prevent a user to only download the file, since the shared link is just a normal URL for the browser which anyone can access.
Even if there was a method for them to download the file on its own, there wouldn't be anything you could do to prevent them from sharing the file itself via email or another method to another person.
If you have any further queries, feel free to message back.
Jay, thank you so much for your response. I appreciate it. Garry
