Uploading Files or Folders to your OneDrive Personal Vault

Uploading Files or Folders to Personal Vault

Microsoft OneDrive Personal Vault provides a secure location for important files. After setting up and verifying your OneDrive Personal Vault, users can move files into the vault. OneDrive Personal Vault accepts an unlimited number of files, provided the total file size remains within the user's allocated OneDrive storage limit.

Moving Existing Files and Folders

To move files or folders you already have in OneDrive to your Personal Vault, first open your OneDrive and find the “Personal Vault” folder.

1. Go to your OneDrive and find the “Personal Vault” folder.
2. If asked, sign in using your chosen way to verify your identity (like entering a code sent by text or email).
3. Now, pick the files or folders you want to move. You can click the checkbox next to them or click and drag to select more than one item.
4. Look for the “Move to” option. Click it, then choose “Personal Vault” as where you want to put them.
5. You can also usually drag and drop the files or folders you selected right into the Personal Vault folder.

Uploading New Files and Folders

You can upload new files and folders directly into your Personal Vault by opening the vault folder in OneDrive and clicking the “Upload” button.

1. Open your Personal Vault folder in OneDrive.
2. If asked, prove your identity.
3. Click the “Upload” button. You will usually see options to upload “Files” or “Folders.”
4. Choose “Folders” if you want to upload a whole folder and everything inside it. Your web browser might ask you to pick the folder from your computer.

If you are using web browsers like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, you can often upload folders directly from the “Folder” option in the Upload menu, or by dragging the folder from your computer onto the OneDrive website.

Unlocking and Locking Your Personal Vault

Your Personal Vault automatically locks itself after a period of inactivity for your safety. You’ll need to unlock it again to access your files.

Unlocking for Access

If your Personal Vault is locked, you’ll need to unlock it to access your files by selecting the vault folder and proving your identity.

1. Select the Personal Vault folder in OneDrive.
2. You will be asked to prove your identity. Pick your preferred way to verify (text, email, Authenticator app) and follow the steps to enter the code or approve the sign-in.

Checking the contents of OneDrive Personal Vault regularly ensures stored files still need extra security. Manually locking the vault after use provides immediate peace of mind, even though the vault locks automatically later.

Locking Your Personal Vault

You can manually lock your Personal Vault at any time by going to the vault folder and clicking the “Lock” option.

1. Go to your Personal Vault folder.
2. Look for a “Lock” option or button and click it.

Files stored in OneDrive Personal Vault remain hidden from regular OneDrive searches. This privacy feature prevents unauthorized access. Users must unlock the Personal Vault and navigate to its contents to view or retrieve files.

Reference:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-US/onedrive/protect-your-onedrive-files-in-personal-vault

Summary

OneDrive Personal Vault offers extra protection for your most important digital files, giving you peace of mind that your sensitive information is secure in the cloud.