OneDrive to Turn Off URL Upload Function Due to Low Usage
In a recent announcement, Microsoft revealed that it will be turning off the URL upload function on its cloud storage service, OneDrive, on the 29th. The decision to shut down this feature was attributed to “low usage” and other contributing factors.
It is important to clarify that the URL upload function that Microsoft intends to deactivate does not pertain to the web version upload. Instead, it refers to the “direct transfer to OneDrive from other networks” feature. This functionality was first introduced in 2021 and was primarily targeted towards specific user groups. The main advantage of this feature is that it allows users to transfer files directly to OneDrive without the need to download them first.
However, as this feature was only available to personal version users and not enterprise users, the adoption rate remained low while the maintenance costs escalated. Microsoft officials also stated that this feature did not align with the overall vision of OneDrive as a cloud storage service that seamlessly syncs files across devices.
As a result, Microsoft will officially deactivate the URL upload function for the personal version of OneDrive on the 29th. Users who have utilized this feature in the past can rest assured that their uploaded files will remain intact and unaffected by the removal of this feature.
This move demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to optimizing its services and ensuring that they align with the evolving needs of its users.