Welcome to Egnyte University
Here you’ll find free learning resources for Egnyte users and admins. Take a Course and learn at your own pace, register for a Live Training session and master specific features with Quick Tip videos.
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Admin Configuration Guide
This course provides a thorough introduction to the setup and configuration of Egnyte Connect. Learn how to migrate your data to the cloud, manage users, audit data using reports and more!
FREE
56:00
Egnyte Desktop App
Learn how to edit files, share links, access cloud content offline and more right from the desktop.
FREE
10:00
Getting Started
Everything you need to begin using Egnyte.
FREE
17:00
Storage Sync
See the steps to set up a Storage Sync server with your Egnyte Connect domain.
FREE
07:00
Enabling Your Digital Workplace with Egnyte and Office 365
Learn how to create links directly in Outlook, Co-author Office files with your team, update office files on the go with the Egnyte's integration with Office mobile and more.
FREE
19:06
Leveraging Apps
Egnyte Connect orchestrates your digital workplace by integrating with the tools you use everyday.
FREE
03:00
Managing Sent and Received Links
Adjust the links you send and review the link you’ve received.
FREE
04:00
Using Folder Templates
Leverage the move/copy feature to create templates and organize content.
FREE
03:00
Granting Access with Folder Permissions
Add users and decide what permissions they have to folders on Egnyte Connect.
FREE
04:00
Understanding File Versions
Save time and effort by relying on Egnyte to store previous file versions.
FREE
04:00
Collaborating with Comments
Have discussions on files right within Egnyte.
FREE
03:00
Managing Tasks
Ensure action is taken on files by assigning tasks.
FREE
03:00
Preventing Version Conflicts
Lock files to prevent changes by other collaborators.
FREE
04:00
Setting Notification Preferences
Stay up to date on the contributions made by your collaborators.
FREE
04:00
Sharing Options
Learn when to grant permission to a folder, share content and request files from others.
FREE
04:00
Assigning Tasks
Learn how easy it is to assign tasks in Egnyte Connect.
00:26
Managing Shared Links
Discover the actions you can take after a link has been shared.
00:24
Syncing for Offline Access
Learn how to make content available when there is no internet.
00:31
Disable Permissions Inheritance
Choose if permissions for a subfolder can be inherited from a parent folder.
00:42
Scanning Documents on iOS
Learn how easy it is to create and save PDF documents in Egnyte Connect using your iOS device's camera.
00:33
Planning your Egnyte Migration
Discover which path is best suited to help you migrate data from a legacy file server to Egnyte Connect.
FREE
02:00
Migrating Data with FTP
Do you need to migrate less than 500GB to Egnyte Connect? Learn how to use FTP for a successful migration.
FREE
03:00
Migrating with Cloud Migration Manager (Hyper-V)
Migrate folders, files and user permissions to Egnyte using Cloud Migration Manager for Hyper-V.
FREE
05:00
Migrating with Cloud Migration Manager (VMware)
Migrate folders, files and user permissions to Egnyte using Cloud Migration Manager for VMware.
FREE
05:00
Migrating Data with Storage Sync (VMware)
Move your files and folders to Egnyte using Storage Sync for VMware.
FREE
07:00
Migrating Data with Storage Sync (Hyper-V)
Move your files and folders to Egnyte using Storage Sync for Hyper-V
FREE
08:00
Adding Comments to Files
When you want to discuss a file with your team, do it through comments.
00:31
Sharing Read Only Links
When you want to send content for review, but don't want to provide a copy of the file, share a Read-Only link.
00:30
Creating a New Office File
Learn how to draft a new office online file from a folder in Egnyte Connect.
00:32
Co-authoring Office Files in Egnyte Connect
See how to co-author an office file and have all the work saved to Egnyte Connect.
00:34
Links to Larger Files
Links are a great way to share content too large for email attachment.
00:36
Editing Files in the Web Interface
When accessing content on the web, easily make edits and save updates to Egnyte Connect.
00:30
Sharing Links in Outlook
Share Egnyte links without leaving Microsoft Outlook
00:30
Using Integrations with Egnyte on the Desktop
The integrations you use on the web are available on the Desktop.
00:30
Direct Link to a Folder
See how to direct other users to a folder in Egnyte Connect
00:33
Setting Folder Notifications
Learn how to be notified when content is added, updated and removed from a folder.
00:32
Offline Access on a Mobile Device
Work with your files from anywhere, even without an internet connection.
00:36
Assigning Roles to Power Users
Give Power Users admin-like functionality in Egnyte Connect.
00:30
Remotely Removing a Device from Egnyte Connect.
Learn how to manage a device which has been misplaced.
00:30
Running Reports
Run a report to see changes to permissions, logins, file usage and more
00:30
Invite Outside Collaborators to Egnyte
Enhance how you work with outside business partners, clients and your customers by inviting them to access a folder in Egnyte.
00:42
Syncing Active Directory with Egnyte
In this course we will walkthrough configuring Egnyte's AD Kit, which enables users and groups in Active Directory to be synced with the Egnyte platform.
FREE
15:00
Faster Syncing When Updating Large Files
When content is synced to your hard drive, only the changes you make are applied in the cloud instead of uploading the entire file.
00:28
Hybrid Approach to Accessing Content
Access content at land speed when you use Storage Sync.
00:39
Consistent Access to Content at Remote Sites
When working remotely with little to no internet access, Storage Sync provides access to cloud content in real time.
00:32
Integrating Egnyte Connect with Gmail
Add Egnyte Connect to Gmail to share links from a message and save attachments directly to the cloud.
00:40
Sharing Links from Your Desktop
Quickly copy links to share with the right click of your mouse.
00:30
Egnyte's Photo Widget for Android
Adding the Egnyte photo widget for Android is the tool you need to take pictures you'd like saved directly to the cloud.
00:30
Adding New Files to Egnyte Connect
Watch this quick tip to see how easy it is to save new files to the cloud and upload content from your hard drive.
00:38
Switching Between Two or More Egnyte Domains
When users have access to two or more Egnyte domains, Multi-Entity Management allows users to easily switch between them.
00:35
Inherited Folder Permissions
Permissions inherited from parent folder can be adjusted on the sub folder level.
00:37
Sharing Sensitive Files
Share sensitive content securely via link customization.
00:33
Alerts for Issues and Sensitive Content
Egnyte Protect offers alerts for issues and sensitive content concerns.
00:56
Accessing Multiple Domains on Mobile
Add every Egnyte account you access to the mobile app.
00:28
Integrating Egnyte Connect with Salesforce
Learn how Egnyte for Salesforce makes it easy to access and share business files in Egnyte, right from Salesforce. You'll see how to install the app, add Egnyte to page layouts and set My Egnyte as a default tab.
FREE
10:00
Finding Data Subject to GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, affects any business that stores personal data belonging to a citizen of the European Union - even if the business is based outside of the EU.
00:39
Request Files from Anyone
Upload links can be shared with anyone so they can add content to a folder in Egnyte.
00:35
Decide Who Can Access Your Link
When sharing links, you can change link settings and decide who can access the content you share.
00:48
Maintaining the Folder Structure
Periodically meet with key stakeholders and maintain your folder structure.
00:45
Customizable User Training
Need to train new Egnyte users in your organization? We have the resources to help!
FREE
Activating the GDPR Policy
Activate GDPR scanning in Protect based on the regulations of regions you need to monitor.
00:45
Enable Privacy Mode in Protect
When you need to share findings in Protect, without further exposing sensitive content, turn on display privacy.
00:38
Empowering Non-Admin Users to Protect Content
When actions need to be taken by a stakeholder who's not an Admin, add them to Protect as a Non-Admin
00:41
Hybrid Connected via the Desktop App
Egnyte's next generation hybrid solution is accessible automatically where the Desktop App is installed.
00:41
Adding Descriptions to Folders
Differentiate folders with descriptions. Detail content, display security settings or distinguish folders with similar names.
00:37
Working in G-Suite from Egnyte
Leverage Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides to collaborate on files stored in Egnyte.
00:41
Sharing Preferences by Subfolder
Restrict the types of links that can be shared from a select subfolder, or turn off sharing from the subfolder all together.
00:46
Branding Egnyte
Customize Egnyte with your brand so collaborators know they're in the right place.
00:46
Applying Content Safeguards for Links
Set Content Safeguards in Egnyte Protect to ensure sensitive content stays secure when sharing links.
00:44
Initiating DocuSign Requests in Egnyte
Requests signatures, track their progress and receive signed documents in Egnyte when integrated with DocuSign.
00:55
Managing DocuSign Requests in Egnyte
After you send signature requests, manage them directly from Egnyte.
00:37
Creating Policies to Protect Content
Create custom policies in Egnyte Protect, so any data your business deems as sensitive is monitored.
00:41
Choosing Which Issue Alerts to Receive
If you have legitimate reasons to not receive certain alerts for potential issues, you can disable the alerts you don't need.
00:33
Enabling Content Governance
By the end of this course, you’ll have a better understanding of how to roll out Egnyte's content governance solution across your organization by adding Content Sources and Content Classification Policies.
FREE
08:00
15 Ways to Improve the Secure Use of Egnyte
Data loss incidents are on the rise, and it’s crucial to learn how to protect yourself. We’ll teach you how to properly use features like groups, permissions, link sharing options, and more to keep your data safe while still giving your users the ability to share and collaborate.
FREE
27:00
Customizing the Detection of Individual Permission Sharing
When you do not need to receive alerts for individual permissions assigned in the account, you can disable the alerts at the folder level.
00:39
Egnyte and Practifi
Egnyte for Practifi makes it easy to upload, access, and share files from within Practifi while maintaining a unified repository for your organization’s content in Egnyte Connect.
00:39
Sharing Links that Expire
When you only need to share content for a certain amount of time, share a link with an expiration date.
00:39
Installing the Desktop App
See how to install the Egnyte Desktop App so you can access your content from Windows Files Explorer and Mac Finder.
00:40
Customizing Metadata in the Egnyte Web UI
Make your content easier to find internally while keeping it safer from external threats by adding custom metadata in Egnyte.
00:54
Managing File Versions
Egnyte records and maintains previous versions of files, giving users visibility and control. In this tip, learn how to manage the current version and see previous versions.
00:48
Search and Recent Files on the Desktop
From your desktop, easily access files you opens recently and quickly search for content you need.
00:41
Installing the Mobile App
See how to install the Egnyte Mobile App so you can access your content from the device you never leave behind.
00:40
Adding New Power Users
Directly in the Web UI you can add new employees to Egnyte as Power Users in just a few short steps.
00:35
State of Egnyte - Winter 2020 (On-demand)
Watch this winter's exclusive sneak peek into the evolution of Egnyte and be the first to see what we’ve got in store.
FREE
Setting Retention Policies
Learn how to set the defaults for available file versions and trash retention in your organization's Egnyte account.
00:43
Making the Switch to the Egnyte Desktop App 03/25/2020
In this webinar you’ll learn about the Desktop App, why you should make the switch, and see how to transition from Desktop Sync.
FREE
Getting Started for Admins 04/08/2020 2:00P EST
Attend this live, interactive training to learn how to set up folder permissions, provide your users multiple ways to access their files, run reports and more.
FREE
Getting Started for End Users 05/20/2020 2:00P EST
Attend this live, interactive training to learn how to navigate the Web UI, share content, edit files from the desktop or web and more.
FREE
Getting Started for End Users 04/15/2020 2:00P EST
Attend this live, interactive training to learn how to navigate the Web UI, share content, edit files from the desktop or web and more.
FREE
Getting Started for Admins 05/06/2020 2:00P EST
Attend this live, interactive training to learn how to set up folder permissions, provide your users multiple ways to access their files, run reports and more.
FREE
Searching for Files
See how to find the content you need using advanced Search capabilities, allowing you to filter for the exact items you're looking for.
00:48
Your Help Resources
Learn about the help resources available to you at anytime to learn more about Egnyte's benefits.
00:41
Managing Folder Permissions
Learn about the different levels of folder permissions and how to manage permissions at every folder level so the right users and groups have access to the content.
FREE
06:10
State of Egnyte - Spring 2020 04/21/2020 11:00AM PDT
Join us for this Spring's exclusive sneak peek into the evolution of Egnyte and be the first to see what we’ve got in store.
FREE
State of Egnyte - Spring 2020 04/22/2020 11:00AM CET
Join us for this Spring's exclusive sneak peek into the evolution of Egnyte and be the first to see what we’ve got in store.
FREE
Provisioning Egnyte Users
In this course you will learn about the different Egnyte users types and how to provision users in the Egnyte platform.
FREE
06:00
Connecting Local Folders
Connect Folders, such as the Documents folder with Egnyte. Connecting local folders allows content to be synced to the cloud automatically.
00:42
End Users
Learn how to access content, edit files, collaborate and more using Egnyte.
53 Assets
Admins
See how to configure Egnyte, migrate data and permissions, and implement integrations.
43 Assets
Webinars
Join an interactive Live Training and get answers from Egnyte's trainers. Or watch previous events on demand.
8 Webinars
Quick Tips
When you want to learn about one of Egnyte's many benefits, but are short on time, watch a Quick Tip.
62 Quick Tips