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How to Share Files and Folders

This guide provides a quick, step-by-step walkthrough on how to share your resources in Spark ShareSync™. Whether you need to collaborate with specific team members or generate a public link for broader access, the process is simple and intuitive.


Sharing with Users or Groups

Follow these steps to grant specific individuals or teams access to your files and folders.

Open the Sharing Options

Navigate to your Personal or Project section. You can access sharing settings in two ways:

  • Click the share icon directly next to the file/folder name.
  • Click the kebab menu (⋮) and select "Share".
Accessing Share Options
Search and Select Recipients

In the Sharing pane that appears on the right, use the search field to find users or groups by name or email. Click on a result to add them.

Inviting Users and Groups
Configure and Send

Once selected, you can assign a permission level (e.g., Can View or Can Edit) and optionally set an expiration date. The recipients will be notified automatically once added.

Setting Permissions

Want more detail on direct sharing? Go to Share with Users & Groups.


Use public links to share resources with anyone, including those without a ShareSync account. These links can be highly customized for security.

Locate Public Links Section

Open the Sharing pane for your resource and scroll down to the Public links section at the bottom.

Public Links Section
Generate the Link

Click on "Add link". A new shareable URL will be generated instantly.

Adding a Public Link
Configure Security and Copy

Click the kebab menu (⋮) next to your new link to set an expiration date or add password protection. Once ready, click the copy icon to share the link.

Copying the Link

Need more info on managing links? Go to Share using Links.