Webfiles

Webfiles provides a location for hosting large static files that are not suitable for the main York web servers, for example large data files.

Key features

Provides a large amount of storage for files that need to be shared with other people.
Files are accessed via a web page, which acts similarly to a file browser.
You can add access control if you only want members of the University to see them.

Available to staff (restrictions apply)

Authorised users can use this service on University-managed and personal devices.

Web-based

This service works in your web browser.

Funded by the University

There isn’t a cost to you for standard use.

Additional information

Data protection

Webfiles are accessible off campus, therefore sensitive data should be password protected or stored elsewhere.

Access instructions

Open Webfiles

Folder owners will need a secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) client to upload files.
To request this service, please contact IT Services.

Related tools

Contact for support

If you're experiencing technical issues and need advice, please contact IT Services.

Service commitments

Your responsibilities and policies

It's your responsibility to restrict content on your pages appropriately. You should inform us if the owner of the webfiles folder changes, or the folder is no longer needed.

The following policies apply to all IT services provided by the University.

Service performance

Availability

This is a live service, available 24/7.

Support

This service is managed by IT Services.
We are responsible for monitoring, identifying and fixing faults.
Support is available during our opening hours.

Standards

Our service performance and standards have been produced in consultation with our customers. We regularly monitor the delivery, performance and availability of facilities and services.

Feedback and complaints

We appreciate feedback as it helps us review and continually improve our service.

Page last reviewed: 9 September 2024