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Library Settings

Viewing or modifying the settings of a Seafile library is done through the web portal.

Accessing the Portal​

To access a library’s settings, you can proceed in two ways:

  • Using the client software
  • Directly through the external portal

Client Software​

From the client software interface, right-click on the relevant library.

In the submenu that appears, select "View in the cloud".

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External Portal​

Log in to the external portal using your user credentials.

Once connected, click on the name of the library whose settings you want to access.

Libraries

Accessing Settings​

Once you are viewing the contents of your library from the external portal, click on the "Settings" link located above the details.

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Settings​

The left-hand side of the settings panel gives you access to different sections:

  • Basic information
  • Ownership transfer
  • Shared links
  • Share permissions
  • Folder permissions

Basic Information​

This section allows you to edit presentation information such as the library name and description, as well as its history.

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For history, you have three options:

  • Keep no history: any modified or deleted file will be instantly and irreversibly affected. We strongly discourage using this option
  • Keep full history: allows you to keep all changes made to your files and restore them even after deletion. This option is well suited for critical data, but it consumes more disk space.
  • Keep only a limited history period: allows you to define how long your data history (modifications and deletions) is kept. By default, if you are unsure of your needs, we recommend a 30-day retention period.

This setting is critical for data security. Do not hesitate to contact us if you are unsure about your choice.

Ownership Transfer​

You can transfer ownership of a library to another user.

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Simply enter their email address and confirm to complete the transfer.

In a Seafile library, as long as it is not encrypted, you can easily create public sharing links (read-only or read/write).

This section allows you to track and manage all external links created for a library.

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Upload links correspond to deposit boxes you have created. Any user with the link can upload data there.

Read links provide read-only access to selected data. This is an ideal tool for distributing documents to users.

Here, you can:

  • View your "Upload links" and "Read links" by selecting the link type at the top
  • See how much disk space the link content uses
  • Track the number of visits to the link
  • Delete the link (by simply clicking the trash icon)

Share Permissions​

This section allows you to share your entire library with a user or a group.

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Here is how to proceed:

  • Choose "User" or "Group" at the top
  • Click on "Share Library"
  • Add the people or groups you want to share your data with (Add to enter email addresses, Group to select a group, Contacts to select from your contacts)
  • Select the type of permissions to grant (read-only or read/write) from the dropdown list
  • Validate the form

Folder Permissions​

This section allows you to share the library more precisely, folder by folder, by assigning permissions to a user or a group.

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Proceed in the following order:

  • Choose "User Permissions" or "Group Permissions" at the top
  • Click on "Add Permission"
  • Enter the name of the desired user or group in the first field. A dropdown list will suggest matching entries as you type
  • Click on "Choose Folder" and select the shared folder from the list
  • Select the type of permissions to grant (read-only or read/write)
  • Confirm using the dedicated button