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What email address should I use when I share a folder or file with another person at WashU?

In order to ensure that you are sharing files and folders only with WashU Box accounts...

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What happens if I exceed my quota?

When uploading a file that will cause you to exceed your quota, you will receive...

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What happens to files that are created by someone who leaves the university? 

Students: Upon completion of their program can follow the...

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What happens when I delete a file or folder from Box?

Box will retain the deleted item in the Trash for up to 180 days. While in the Trash, an item may be...

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What types of additional storage options are there and how much do they cost?

WashU IT offers a variety of storage options. The cost is variable depending...

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What’s the difference between active and inactive data storage?

Currently, Box is categorizing items that have not been accessed in over 3 years as inactive data.

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Who Owns Department Folders?

These Service Account folders are currently owned by IT.

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Will any data be deleted?

No. WashU IT has temporarily increased the storage quota for users currently storing more...