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File sharing with Google Workspace

Experience seamless file sharing and secure collaboration with Google Workspace.

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Share files securely online

Google Workspace ensures secure file sharing across the platform with customisable permissions and world-class security protections like end-to-end encryption. AI-powered features add robust virus and malware protection. Your files stay private unless you share them.

Easily share files across Google Workspace apps

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Join a Google Meet, directly in your doc

Start or join Google Meet video calls right from your Google Docs, Sheets or Slides. Collaborate, chat and brainstorm with your team in real time, all while working together on the same file.

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Share files via Gmail

Gmail automatically checks file access permissions when attaching, flagging any issues. Share Google Drive files directly within Gmail, streamlining collaboration and saving time.

Sharing files easily from Gmail.

Browse and share files within Google Chat

Google Chat spaces simplify collaboration by enabling easy file sharing and centralised access. Share files directly in messages, find them in the 'Shared' tab and streamline teamwork for increased productivity.

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Attach a file to any Google Calendar event

Attach files to Google Calendar events, giving everyone access to needed information beforehand. Streamline communication, improve preparedness and enhance collaboration.

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Simple, secure file sharing

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Share files with internal and external partners

Share files securely inside and outside of your organisation and control access with view, comment and edit permissions.

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Share files with specific groups and teams

Streamline teamwork and keep everyone in sync by sharing files directly with the right people using Google Groups, Chat spaces and more.

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Share files and folders directly from Google Drive

Drive makes file sharing and management simple. Share multiple items at once, transfer ownership and set permissions with ease.

A file showing user-level access.

Share files with internal and external partners

Share files securely inside and outside of your organisation and control access with view, comment and edit permissions.

Sharing a file to a specific group through Chat spaces.

Share files with specific groups and teams

Streamline teamwork and keep everyone in sync by sharing files directly with the right people using Google Groups, Chat spaces and more.

Sharing files through Google Drive.

Share files and folders directly from Google Drive

Drive makes file sharing and management simple. Share multiple items at once, transfer ownership and set permissions with ease.

Frequently asked questions

    • From Gmail: Gmail allows you to share attachments up to 25 MB, including long videos. If your video file exceeds 25 MB, Gmail automatically uploads it to Google Drive and creates a link in the email instead of including it as an attachment.

    • From Google Drive: If you already have a large video file saved in Google Drive, you can share it directly with any individuals or groups that you choose.

  • You can share large files from Gmail, Google Drive or in Google Chat.

    • From Gmail: You can share files as attachments up to 25 MB in Gmail. If your file exceeds 25 MB, Gmail automatically uploads it to Google Drive and creates a link in the email instead of including it as an attachment.

    • From Google Drive: If you already have a file larger than 25 MB saved on Google Drive, you can share it directly with any individuals or groups that you choose.

    • In Google Chat: You can share files as large as 200 MB from your computer or Google Drive directly in Google Chat.

  • Secure file sharing uses end-to-end encryption and security protocols, including adjustable permissions settings to keep sensitive information safe during transmission.

  • Google Drive uses end-to-end encryption on all files in transit or in storage. Any files uploaded to Google Drive are stored securely in our world-class data centres. Your Google Account also has built-in security features to detect and block threats like spam, phishing and malware.

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    Store, share and co-edit your office files in real time with Google Workspace.

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