With the file request feature in OneDrive, you can choose a folder where others can upload files using a link that you send them. People you request files from can only upload files; they can't see the content of the folder, edit, delete, or download files, or even see who else has uploaded files.
 

*As of this time OneDrive file requests can only be initiated via the web browser. They cannot be done via the built-in windows interface or mobile
 

With a file request:

Anyone with the file request link can send you a file; they don't need to have OneDrive.

All the files sent to you are saved in a single folder that you choose.

Every file will have a prefix to help you identify who uploaded it.

If two files with the same name are uploaded, OneDrive will automatically add a number to the name of the second file. 

People who respond to your request can only upload files. They can’t view or edit the contents of your OneDrive.
 

Here's how to request files:

1. Open your web browser of choice to go to the internet. (This can be Firefox, Google Chrome, or Microsoft Edge)


2. Navigate to https://www.office.com/ and sign in with your Domino Account Credentials if prompted


3. From the page select application or "Waffle" button in the top left corner
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4. From the available options select OneDrive. This will bring you to the web version of your Personal OneDrive where all of your documents are present
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5. In your OneDrive, select the folder where you want the files to be uploaded, and then select Request files.


Request files UI 


6. Under What files are you requesting, enter a descriptive name for the files you are requesting from others. (They'll see this description when they get the file request.)


Selection of files UI



7. Select Next.


8. You can select Copy link to copy the request link and send it to anyone you would like to request files from, or you can enter the email address or addresses of the people you want to request files from. You can also type a message that will be included in the email that OneDrive sends to them.

Send file request UI

9. Select Done.

 

You’ll receive a notification email whenever someone uploads files to your file request folder. If you want to edit the descriptive name of the file request, select the folder and select Request files again, then change the name. The people you sent the request to will see the new name when they upload files.

 

Anyone with the link will be able to upload files to the request. However, they aren't able to see or edit other contents in the folder or see who else is able to upload files.

 

When Recipients select the link, they'll see:

 

File request recipients prompt