Sharing a SharePoint Folder with an external person.

This guide explains how to share a SharePoint folder with an external person using email initiation. The recipient will log in using a one-time code.


1. Locate the Folder and Initiate Sharing

📌 Note: The external person will only have access to this folder and its subfolders.

Share this item


2. Enter the External Person’s Email Address

Enter email


3. Confirm the Invitation

📌 Note: Some organizations have policies that restrict external sharing. If you encounter issues, raise a ticket at support@safetynet-it.com.

Confirm invitation


4. Set Sharing Permissions

Set permissions


5. Send the Invitation

Send invitation


6. Recipient Receives the Invitation

Received email


7. One-Time Code Authentication

Request one-time code


8. Enter the Verification Code

Enter verification code


9. Access Granted

Access granted



Revision #5
Created 17 March 2025 09:32:03 by Daniel
Updated 17 March 2025 09:46:40 by Daniel