Outlook Add-In

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Last updated: Nov 05, 2024 by Christian Sprajc
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Overview

The PowerFolder Outlook Add-In is an integration tool that connects PowerFolder with Microsoft Outlook, allowing for easy, secure file sharing directly from your email interface. With this add-in, email attachments can be uploaded to a PowerFolder server, generating download links that are accessible to recipients. Attachments are encrypted, and optional password protection ensures that only authorized recipients can access shared files.

Key Features

  • Effortless Attachment Upload: Automatically uploads email attachments to PowerFolder, eliminating large attachment sizes in your emails.
  • Secure File Sharing: Attachments are uploaded in encrypted form with an optional password feature for added security.
  • Configurable Download Links: Set custom download limits and link validity periods for each file.
  • Recipient-Friendly: The recipient receives a simple email with secure download links for each attachment.

System Requirements

Installation Instructions

  1. Download the PowerFolder Outlook Add-In installer.
  2. Run the downloaded file by double-clicking it and follow the on-screen installation instructions.
  3. Restart Outlook to complete the installation.

Configuration

To set up the PowerFolder Outlook Add-In, follow these steps:

  1. Open Settings:

    • In Outlook, navigate to the PowerFolder tab.
    • Click on Option 1 to open the configuration settings.

  2. Enter Access Data:

    • Server Address: Input your PowerFolder server address.
    • Username: Enter your PowerFolder username.
    • Password: Enter your password.
    • Click OK to save.

  3. Set Additional FileLink Options (Optional):

    • Download Limit (Option 4): Define the maximum number of times a file can be downloaded.
    • Validity Period (Option 5): Set the number of days the file link remains active.


Attachment Size Limitations:

  • If Outlook is configured with Microsoft Exchange Server, the default attachment size limit is 20 MB. You can modify this limit through the Exchange Server settings.
  • For further details on adjusting attachment size limits, refer to the Microsoft Support Article.

Troubleshooting and Updates

  • Update Checks: Use Option 3 in the PowerFolder tab to check for and install updates.
  • Documentation and Account Management: Access PowerFolder’s homepage and documentation, or create a new account through Option 2 in the PowerFolder tab.

Support

For further assistance, visit PowerFolder Support or consult the add-in documentation within the application.

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