Box - Request Files, Create a File Upload Location

Issue/Question

• How do I create a web location where people without Box accounts can upload files? I don't want the uploaders to be able to see each other's files.

Environment

• Oregon State University
• Box

Explanation

In Box, this can be done with a "file request" or "email uploads."

Resolution

Method 1 - Create a File Request

A file request is a form you create that allows people to upload files without needing a Box account.

The steps to setup a file request are here: https://support.box.com/hc/en-us/articles/360045304813-Using-File-Request-to-get-Content-from-Anyone

Method 2 - Enable Email Uploads on a Folder

Here are the steps for email submission to Box:

1. Create a new folder, e.g. called "Email Submissions"
2. Right-click on the folder and select "Settings"
3. Scroll down to "Uploading"
4. Put a check next to "Allow uploads to this folder via email"
5. Copy the email address generated and send it to the people who will be contributing files

Note that the file size limit for email uploads is 50MB: https://support.box.com/hc/en-us/articles/360043697314-Understand-the-Maximum-File-Size-You-Can-Upload-to-Box#:~:text=The%20maximum%20file%20size%20limit,Business%3A%205%20GB

Assistance

For assistance, contact the Service Desk.