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OneDrive Business
Okay sounds interesting, I will try out if this will match my need, we often need that several freelancers will take informations like run of show etc, but they didn't want to register or set a password, that's why our project manager often just use the link share function in their files, so the freelancers and customer see their files, how can I make sure that customer a is only seeing folders a at the Sharepoint? sorry for maybe stupid questions, but im really new to Microsoft 365 Organization administration
SharePoint Document Library with Item-Level Permissions + Anonymous Link
Instead of using OneDrive links, I think a more secure and scalable approach could be used:
Create a SharePoint Site
Use One Document Library or Subfolders
Have in mind: In SharePoint, permissions are inherited by default — but you can break inheritance and lock folders individually.
Break Permission Inheritance on Folder A
Right-click on /ClientA > Advanced > Remove "Everyone except external users” > Grant access → Create a "View only" link.
Send Direct Link to Folder A to Customer A
Folder structure example:
📁 Client Files
├─ 📁 Client_A
│ ├─ 📄 Run_of_Show.pdf
│ ├─ 📄 Briefing.docx
├─ 📁 Client_B
│ ├─ 📄 Agenda.xlsx
│ ├─ 📄 Deliverables.docx
├─ 📁 Freelancer_Mark
│ ├─ 📄 Audio_Tasks.docx
├─ 📁 Freelancer_Lisa
├─ 📄 Video_Instructions.pdf
Summary
Need | Use |
Public access, no login | SharePoint → Folder → "Anyone with link" |
Isolate per customer | One folder per customer → custom permission |
Central hub for sharing | One branded SharePoint site |
Admin-friendly | SharePoint GUI (no coding) |