
Sharing folders in iCloud Drive is a great way to collaborate with others, and it's surprisingly easy to do. You can share folders with others on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or even on the web.
To start, make sure you're signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID on all devices. This will allow you to access your iCloud Drive and share folders seamlessly across devices.
You can share folders from your iPhone or iPad by opening the Files app, selecting the folder you want to share, and tapping the "Share" icon.
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Setting Up Sharing
Setting up sharing in iCloud Drive is a straightforward process. You can share a folder with up to 100 participants, who will all see changes to the shared folder in real-time.
To start, open Finder and navigate to the iCloud Drive folder you want to share. Alternatively, you can log in to iCloud.com and navigate to iCloud Drive from there. Choose the folder you want to share and click the sharing icon, or tap the share image in the bottom-left corner of your screen to begin the sharing process.
You can share your iCloud Drive files and folders with anyone, regardless of whether they have an Apple device or not. They'll just need to sign in with their Apple ID, or create a free Apple ID if they don't have one already.
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Mobile Settings

You can change who has access to a shared folder and what their permissions are at any time. This is done through the iCloud Drive entry in the Files app.
Tap Select, choose the folder, then tap Share. From the Share window, you'll access a few different options.
To give more people access to the shared folder, tap Add people. You can then go through the adding process again and send out invitations.
You can modify the sharing for a specific individual by tapping their name and changing the permissions between Can make changes and View only, or remove access completely.
If you want to turn off sharing of the folder for everyone, tap Stop Sharing and confirm with OK.
You can share a folder with up to 100 participants. All changes to the shared folder can be seen by all participants.
Here's a quick rundown of the steps to share a folder:
- Tap Select in the menu, then tap the folder you would like to share.
- Tap the share image in the bottom-left corner of your screen. Then select Add People.
After you share the folder, its image will change to indicate it is a shared folder.
About Sharing

Sharing an iCloud folder is a straightforward process, but it's essential to understand the basics before you start.
You can share a folder with up to 100 participants, so don't worry if you have a large team to share with.
Here are some key things to keep in mind when sharing an iCloud folder:
- You won’t be able to share the iCloud folders that were created by iCloud or by apps using iCloud. So you can’t share your Desktop or Documents folder.
- If you are a participant and not the owner of a shared folder, it doesn’t take up any space on your iCloud Drive; only on the owner’s iCloud Drive.
As you share your folder, you'll notice its image will change to indicate it is a shared folder, which is a nice visual cue that it's been shared with others.
Creating and Managing Folders
Creating and managing folders in iCloud Drive is a straightforward process. You can start by opening the "Files" app on your iPhone and navigating to iCloud Drive.
To create a new folder, you can tap the "New Folder" button or press and hold on a blank area to create a new folder. You can then name your folder and organize it as needed.
To manage your folders, you can tap and hold on the folder you want to manage, then choose "Share" from the dropdown menu. From there, you can invite more people to the folder, adjust sharing options, and even copy the shared link.
OS 10.15.4

If you're using macOS 10.15.4 or later, you can share an iCloud Drive folder from your Mac.
To share an iCloud Drive folder, first open iCloud Drive from the Finder or the Dock. Right-click on the folder you wish to share and select “Share” from the pop-up menu.
You can share the folder with one or more people through Mail, Messages, AirDrop, or other methods defined in System Preferences. However, if you want to share with more than one person or assign permissions, it's better to select “Add People” from the submenu.
Selecting “Add People” opens a dialog where you can choose who can access the folder and what permissions they have. You can choose between “Only people you invite” and “Anyone with the link.”
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Folders
To share a folder on your iPhone or iPad, open the Files app and select the folder you want to share. Tap the Select link in the upper right corner, then tap the folder and select the Share link in the lower-left corner.

You can also share an iCloud folder from your Mac by selecting the folder in Finder and clicking the share icon on the top toolbar. From there, select Add People to invite others to access the folder.
On macOS 10.15.4 (Catalina) and later, you can right-click on the folder and select Share to open a submenu with various sharing options. You can choose to send a link to the folder through Mail, Messages, AirDrop, or other methods defined in System Preferences.
If you want to share the folder with more than one person or assign permissions, select Add People from the submenu. This will open a dialog where you can choose who can access the folder and what level of permission they have.
To manage a shared folder on your iPhone, tap and hold the folder, then choose Share from the dropdown menu. From there, you can invite more people, adjust sharing options, and copy the shared link.
You can also manage a shared folder on your Mac by selecting the folder and clicking the share icon on the top toolbar. From there, you can invite more people, adjust sharing options, and copy the shared link.
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Sharing Folders
You can share a folder with up to 100 participants, and all changes to the shared folder can be seen by all participants.
To share a folder, open the Files app on your iPhone or iPad and tap iCloud Drive under Locations to view the contents. Next, do a long press on the folder you wish to share and a menu appears with the option to "Share".
You can choose to share the folder with only invited people or anyone with the link. If you choose to share with anyone with the link, be cautious as this can allow anyone to access the folder.
To set the sharing permissions, tap the current sharing status like 'Only invited people can edit' and decide whether to allow others to make changes or view only.
You can also allow others to invite people to the shared folder by enabling the toggle.
Once you've shared the folder, its icon will change to indicate it's a shared folder.
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To add more people to the shared folder, go to the Files app and tap Shared, then touch and hold the shared file or folder and select Manage Shared File/Folder.
Here's a summary of the sharing options:
You can also use MultCloud to share an iCloud folder with non-Apple users by creating a public share link.
Permissions and Access
You can share a folder with up to 100 participants. This means you can collaborate with a large team on a project without any issues.
To determine who can access the folder, you can set the share options for access and permission. You can choose between Only people you invite and Anyone with the link, giving you control over who can view and make changes to the folder.
When setting permissions, you can choose between making changes and viewing only, ensuring that everyone has the right level of access to the folder's contents.
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If you want to share the folder with someone who doesn't own an Apple device, they can still access it using their Apple ID or by creating a free Apple ID on the spot.
To give more people access to the shared folder, you can tap Add people in the Share window and go through the adding process again. This way, you can easily invite more team members to collaborate on the project.
Here are the different permission levels you can set for a shared folder:
You can also modify the sharing settings for a specific individual by tapping the name of that person and changing the permissions. This way, you can adjust the level of access for each team member as needed.
Sharing with Non-Apple Users
You can share an iCloud Drive folder with non-Apple users, even if they don't own an Apple device. They'll need to sign in with their Apple ID or create a free Apple ID to view the shared file or folder in a web browser.
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To share with non-Apple users, you can use MultCloud, a cloud-managing service that allows you to create a public share link. This way, anyone with the link can access the files or folders.
If you want to share a folder with non-Apple users without including their phone numbers, email addresses, or Apple IDs, MultCloud is a great option. You can create a public share link and allow others to upload files to your shared folder via MultCloud.
To use MultCloud, start by creating a new account and adding your iCloud Drive account to MultCloud. Then, open iCloud Drive on MultCloud, select the folder you want to share, and click "Share" to create a public share link.
Alternatively, you can use the iCloud.com website to share a folder with non-Apple users. Simply navigate to iCloud Drive, select the folder you want to share, and click "Share" to start the sharing process.
You can also share an iCloud Drive folder with non-Apple users by copying the iCloud folder-sharing link and sending it to them. This way, they can access the files or folders without needing an Apple device.
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Sharing with Apple Users
You can share your iCloud Drive files and folders with anyone, regardless of whether they have an Apple device or not. They'll just need to sign in with their Apple ID, or create a free one on the spot, to view your shared file or folder in a web browser.
If your friend doesn't have an Apple ID, they'll have to authenticate their phone number or email with Apple before they can see your shared item.
To share with Apple users, simply select Messages or another way to invite your friend after setting the sharing options.
Sharing with others on a Mac is easy, just navigate to the iCloud Drive folder you want to share, choose the folder, and click the sharing icon.
Your friend will receive an invitation to view the shared file or folder, and they can accept it by signing in with their Apple ID or creating a new one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I share a large file from my iCloud Drive?
To share a large file from iCloud Drive, sign in to icloud.com/iclouddrive and click Share Options to set permissions for access and editing. From there, you can choose who can view, edit, and add collaborators to the file.
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