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VaDi
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Aug 14, 2025

Embedded Excel files require sign-in

Hello,

The excel file I embedded in a website suddenly requires login. It is supposed to be accessed publicly without signing-in. I don't understand what has changed.

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  • Take this:

     

    1.     Check Sharing Settings
    •     Go to the file in OneDrive or SharePoint.
    •     Click Share and make sure it’s set to “Anyone with the link can view”.
    •     If it’s not, change it and copy the new link.
    2.     Regenerate the Embed Code
    •     After confirming public access, go to File > Share > Embed.
    •     Generate a new embed code and update your website with it.
    3.     Test in Incognito Mode
    •     Open the embedded file in a private/incognito browser window to confirm it doesn’t require sign-in.
    4.     Check for Admin Restrictions
    •     If you're in a managed organization, your IT admin may have changed external sharing policies. You might need to check with them.

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