Overview
What is Microsoft OneDrive?
Microsoft OneDrive is part of your Office 365 account and provides secure cloud‑based file storage. It allows you to upload and access files and folders easily in a web browser, UWEC devices, or mobile apps. OneDrive also supports file sharing and real‑time collaboration, making it a convenient tool for working with colleagues.
How is OneDrive data stored and protected?
All OneDrive data is stored in the Microsoft Cloud, not on campus servers. Microsoft manages the backup, recovery, and security of this data, and LTS also uses tools to help monitor sharing and support file recovery when needed. Files are encrypted both in transit and at rest, adding additional layers of security.
While OneDrive’s sharing features make collaboration simple, they also mean users must be mindful of what they share and with whom. Always double‑check permissions to ensure sensitive or confidential information is only shared appropriately.
Migration of Faculty & Staff H: Drives to Microsoft OneDrive - Starting Week of March 16
UW-Eau Claire will begin the transition away from H: Drives to Microsoft OneDrive with the official migration taking place the week of March 16, 2026. For more information on the process and how you might be affected, please see the emails and Blugold FYI postings in February and March or read the OneDrive: Frequently Asked Questions article.
Training resources
- OneDrive training sessions hosted by LTS Training are found and registered for within Workday.
- Full training video (estimated viewing time: 34 minutes)
Related Articles
- OneDrive: How to Access
- OneDrive: Keeping Your Account Secure
- OneDrive: How to Share Files and Folders
- OneDrive: Understanding Syncing
- OneDrive: Understanding Folders and Files
- OneDrive: Understanding the Sidebar Navigation
- OneDrive: How to Save and Autosave a Document
- OneDrive: Icons (Microsoft Support Guide)
- OneDrive: File and folder name restrictions (Microsoft Support Guide)
- OneDrive: Finding shared files and folders (Microsoft Support Guide)
- OneDrive: Reset your OneDrive client
- OneDrive: How to Manage OneDrive Backup Folders