OneDrive
Microsoft OneDrive is the cloud storage and file sharing service that keeps all your files in one, access-it-anywhere, location. OneDrive is part of the Microsoft 365 applications, along with SharePoint, Office Online, and OneNote.
With OneDrive, students, faculty, and staff have the ability to create, edit, and share files with other members of the University.
Benefits and Features
- 5 TB of storage space for each user
- 100 GB individual file size limit
- Files can be shared by other members of the University
- Built-in security features including file encryption and Data Loss Prevention
- Access files from any Windows, Mac, Android, and IOS device
- Access to previous versions of documents
- Offline Access to files
- Search & Discover files
Available to
- Students
- Faculty
- Staff
Request Service and Log In
To access OneDrive, log in to http://office365.northwestern.edu/ with your NetID and password. Then click on the OneDrive App at the top of the page.
The first time you access OneDrive, it may take up to 15 minutes for your site to be created.
You can also download and install apps using the instructions below:
*Please note that an individual's OneDrive account and its contents are deleted once the user's NetID is no longer active. Learn more about NetID expiration.
Cost
This service is automatically available to students, faculty, and staff.
Support Resources
- What is OneDrive for Business? (Microsoft)
- OneDrive for Business Essentials Training (LinkedIn Learning)
Last Updated: 12 August 2022
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