Version: eXtendFiles 1.8.6 and above
Audience: Administrator

Overview

eXtendFiles supports file versioning when paired with compatible storage providers. Versioning lets you keep older copies of files so you can review changes or restore a previous version when needed.

For details on using versioning inside eXtendFiles, refer to Using the eXtendFiles File Versioning Feature.

Prerequisites

  • You have admin access to your storage provider.
  • Your storage provider supports object/file versioning (see the sections below).

Configuration

Enable (or confirm) versioning in your storage provider, then verify that version history is available for files stored by eXtendFiles.

Amazon S3

Dropbox

Versioning is enabled by default for Dropbox accounts.

Dropbox automatically tracks changes for a specific period (30, 180, or 365 days) depending on your plan. There is no manual “enable” button, but you should confirm your plan supports the retention period your business requires.

Google Cloud Storage

Follow Google’s instructions to Use versioned objects.

Microsoft Azure

Follow Microsoft’s instructions to Enable and manage blob versioning.

Microsoft OneDrive/SharePoint

Follow Microsoft’s instructions to Enable and configure versioning for a list or library.

Oracle Object Storage

Follow Oracle’s instructions for Object Storage Versioning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I enable versioning in eXtendFiles?
A: Once versioning is configured on the provider side, eXtendFiles can take advantage of it using the versioning setting in your eXtendFiles Configuration.

Q: Why don’t I see older versions of my files?
A: Confirm versioning is configured for the specific bucket/container/library where eXtendFiles stores files, and confirm your provider’s retention window/plan supports keeping prior versions.