Get Started
You’re well on your way to a modernized content platform. This guide will help you successfully deploy Egnyte, giving you centralized control and users high-speed access to their content. Select a topic below to begin.
Not an admin?Migrate Your Data
Successfully plan and execute your data migration to Egnyte.
An Admin’s Guide to Choosing a Migration Method
Make an informed decision about the tools you use to migrate your content to Egnyte.
Ways to Upload Files
Learn how you and your users can upload files and folders to Egnyte.
How to Migrate to Egnyte
After you've picked a migration method, plan out the project and learn more about your chosen path.
Professional Services
Need help with migration or setting up Egnyte? Our Professional Services team can help.
Add Users and Groups
Add users and organize them into groups to reduce IT’s workload.
Create a New User
See how easy it is to give users access to Egnyte through the Web UI.
Add a New Group
Learn how to create new groups and add users to them.
Import Users and Groups
Quickly create and modify a large number of users and groups with a CSV file.
Active Directory
If your company utilizes Active Directory, learn how to use it to import your users and groups into Egnyte.
Third-Party SSO
If you already have users set up with a Single Sign-On provider, save time by using it to provision your users in Egnyte.
Configure Permissions
Determine which folders users and external collaborators can (or can’t) access.
Share Settings
Maintain complete control of your company's content with customizable sharing settings.
Folder Permissions
Determine which users and/or groups will have access to specific folders.
Granting Access via Folder Permissions
Watch a quick video to see folder permissions being applied and discover best practices.
Non-Inherited Permissions
When you need more control over how folder permissions are delegated, turning off folder inheritance may help.
Permissions FAQ
Still have questions about folder permissions? Get the answers to common questions here.
Install Apps and Integrations
Give your users the tools they need to get the most out of Egnyte.
Desktop App
Get access to files stored on the cloud right from your desktop. You can even sync files for offline access!
Desktop App - Mass Deployment for Windows
Make things easy for your Windows users by installing Desktop App for them.
Desktop App - Mass Deployment for Mac
Make things easy for your Mac users by installing Desktop App for them.
Mobile App
Are your users constantly on the go? Ensure they always have access with the Egnyte Mobile App.
Mobile App - Mass Deployment
Save time for your users by getting the mobile app installed for them.
Mobile App - Device Entitlement
Beef up your security by controlling who can access the mobile app.
Storage Sync
Let users store, share, and access files seamlessly across on-premises storage systems and the cloud.
Microsoft Integrations
Learn about all the Microsoft Integrations Egnyte has to offer.
Salesforce
Continue using Salesforce while keeping your files and folders secure in Egnyte.
Set Up Content Governance (Protect)
Keep your content safe and secure with smart content governance.
Add Content Sources
Start by adding the content sources that need governing.
Configure Analysis Rules
Set up rules so Egnyte knows what anomalies you want to look for.
Set Up Content Classification
If you keep sensitive content, Content Classification can help you locate it within your connected sources.
Enable Alerts
Know in real-time when issues and sensitive content are found so you can quickly take action.
Engage Your Users
Get your users ready to securely access and share your content.
Branding
Personalize Egnyte to make your users feel at home.
Promotional Toolkit
Access customizable marketing content to promote Egnyte throughout your organization.
Administrator Guide
Give this guide to other Admins so they understand Egnyte’s features and know the basics all Admins should understand.
Power User Guide
Your Power Users (employees) can get an in-depth look at actions they can take within Egnyte.
Standard User Guide
Standard Users (non-employee collaborators) can quickly learn how to use Egnyte to collaborate with your company.
Quick Tips
Offer users the ability to learn something new in one minute or less.
Getting Started for End Users
Have your end users watch a live, interactive session to get comfortable using Egnyte.
Quick Reference Guide
Share this useful (but short) guide full of resources and tips with other Administrators and trainers in your company.