# Getting Started with iDrop

Welcome to iDrop! This guide walks you through creating an account, uploading your first files, and sharing links with others.

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## Create an Account

### Sign Up

1. Visit the iDrop homepage and click **Get Started** or **Register**.
2. Enter your **Name**, **Email Address**, and choose a **Password**.
3. Confirm your password by entering it a second time.
4. Click **Create Account** to complete registration.

### Log In

1. Go to the iDrop login page.
2. Enter your **Email Address** and **Password**.
3. Click **Log in** to access your account.
4. Optionally, check **Remember me** to stay logged in on this device.

> **Tip:** If you forget your password, click "Forgot your password?" on the login page to receive a reset link by email.

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## Verify Your Email

After registering, you'll need to verify your email address before you can use iDrop.

1. Check your inbox for a verification email from iDrop.
2. Click the **Verify Email Address** button in the email.
3. You'll be redirected to iDrop and can start using the app immediately.

> **Didn't receive the email?** Check your spam or junk folder. You can also request a new verification email from the verification page.

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## Navigate the App

Once logged in, you'll see the main interface with a sidebar on the left and your content area on the right.

### Sidebar

The sidebar provides quick access to all sections of iDrop:

- **Today** — Your daily overview and recent activity.
- **Spaces** — Your top-level containers for organizing content.
- **Shared Files** — All files and folders you've shared with others.
- **Requested Files** — File upload requests you've sent to others.
- **Contacts** — Manage the people you share files with.
- **Templates** — Reusable templates for common sharing setups.
- **Documentation** — In-depth reference for all features.

### Spaces, Folders & Files

iDrop organizes your content in a three-level hierarchy:

1. **Spaces** — The highest level. Create separate spaces for different projects or categories.
2. **Folders** — Inside each space, organize files into folders and subfolders.
3. **Files** — Upload and manage individual files within folders.

> **Tip:** Double-click a space or folder card to navigate into it. Use the breadcrumb navigation at the top to jump back to any level.

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## Upload Files

Uploading files to iDrop is straightforward. You'll need at least one space and folder before you can upload.

### Step 1: Create a Space

1. Click the **+** button in the toolbar.
2. Select **New Space**.
3. Enter a name and optional description for your space.
4. Click **Create** to finish.

### Step 2: Create a Folder

1. Double-click your new space to open it.
2. Click the **+** button and select **Folder**.
3. Enter a name for your folder and click **Create**.

### Step 3: Upload Your Files

1. Double-click the folder to open it.
2. Click the **+** button and select **Files Upload**.
3. In the upload dialog, either:
   - Drag and drop files into the upload area, or
   - Click **Browse** to select files from your computer.
4. Review your selected files and remove any you don't need.
5. Accept the terms agreement checkbox.
6. Click **Upload** to begin.

Each file shows a progress bar during upload. Up to 3 files are uploaded simultaneously for faster transfers.

> **File Size Limit:** The maximum file size for uploads is 1 GB per file.

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## Share Links

Once you have files uploaded, you can create shareable links so others can view or download your content — no account required for recipients.

### Share a Folder

1. Click the **⋮** (three-dot menu) on the folder you want to share.
2. Select **Share** from the dropdown.
3. Configure your share settings:
   - **Include Subfolders** — Let recipients browse into subfolders.
   - **Allow Downloading** — Let recipients download files.
   - **Require Password** — Protect the link with a password.
4. Choose an **Expiration** period (1 day, 7 days, 30 days, 60 days, 1 year, or Never).
5. Click **Create** to generate your share link.
6. Use the **Copy Link** button to copy the URL and send it to anyone.

### Share a Single File

1. Click the **⋮** (three-dot menu) on the file you want to share.
2. Select **Share**.
3. Configure the download permission, password, and expiration settings.
4. Click **Create** and copy the generated link.

### Manage Your Shares

All of your active and expired shares are listed on the **Shared Files** page in the sidebar. From there you can edit settings, copy links, or delete shares at any time.

> **Tip:** You can optionally set a custom Page Title and Page Image URL when creating a share to brand the share page for your recipients.

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## Next Steps

Now that you know the basics, here are some things to explore:

- **Drag & Drop** — Reorganize files and folders by dragging them to new locations or onto breadcrumbs.
- **Request Files** — Create upload requests so others can send files directly to your folders.
- **Templates** — Save sharing configurations as templates for quick reuse.
- **Two-Factor Authentication** — Add an extra layer of security to your account in Settings.
- **Customize Appearance** — Choose a theme and background image in Settings to personalize your workspace.

For detailed information on every feature, visit the Documentation page after logging in.

Need help? Click Support in the sidebar to chat with our team or submit feedback.