Introducing the cooperative link: two-way file collaboration with one secure link

We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone in the development of our secure link: The cooperative link is here, making two-way file collaboration with external and internal partners seamless – via a single, secure link, with no registration required.  

Often, a secure share link is enough when documents only need to be shared with someone. File requests provide a safe channel for collecting files from external partners. However, for mutual collaboration, such as contract negotiations or partnership agreements, businesses need a more dynamic solution. This is what makes the cooperative link unique. It merges the best of both share links and files requests into one end-to-end encrypted link allowing users to smoothly share, receive, and edit files of any type.  

No more back-and-forth with file versions. No more risky email attachments. No more losing track of versions in email threads. Now, businesses can fast-track file exchange and editing with external partners while keeping all versions safe and organized – all through a single secure link. 

Intrigued? Let’s explore how this feature can transform your external collaboration!

When collaborators get lost in the version jumble and email chaos 

Ensuring information security is crucial, especially when managing confidential projects with multiple parties and file reviews. But maintaining a high level of security can often feel restrictive and tedious. 

Picture a contract negotiation that requires both Client Careful’s review and Linda Legal’s approval. However, a series of technical hurdles puts the deadline at risk: 

• Each person works on a separate version, creating confusion and lost progress. 
• Versions circulate via unsecure emails or individual links, exposing confidential information and making it hard to track the file’s history 
• Not knowing who made which changes or which is the latest version leads to delays and misunderstandings 

Does this sound familiar? 

The solution: the cooperative link that orchestrates multi-party collaboration 

The cooperative link has been designed to eliminate extra steps in file exchanges, reduce confusion around file versions, and put an end to risky email attachments. 

Now, fasten your seatbelt and see the cooperative link in action: 

Imagine you create a cooperative link with just one click and send the contract to your Client Careful. After receiving it via email, he downloads it, makes a few redline edits, and uploads the revised file – still using the same link. The new file is automatically saved as version 2.  

Next, you share the cooperative link with Linda Legal. She follows the same steps – downloads, edits, re-uploads – accepting most of the redlines except one. The newly uploaded file is now version 3. 

As soon as the update is uploaded, your inbox pings with a notification. You can now send the final contract back to Client Careful through the same link. He gives the green light and signs off using Tresorit eSign. 

And that’s it – quick and simple. 

Much more than just a link: a seamless, secure experience 

This much-awaited feature packs years of innovation into a single link – all built on our end-to-end encrypted platform.  

So, what security settings are already available in your toolkit? You can password-protect links, set download limits and expiration date, and request files from external partners. You can disable downloads, add dynamic watermarks, and enable real-time email notifications. As an admin, you can enforce sharing policies, monitor link activities, and so much more – check out our New features page for the full rundown. 

As a major leap toward a dynamic two-way experience, the cooperative link combines the strength of share links and file requests. It creates a collaborative space within one end-to-end encrypted link, letting you and your external partners exchange files of any type (docx, xlsx, cad, etc.), edit content, and keep all versions together in one place. 

How the cooperative link can benefit your business 

The cooperative link helps businesses cut through the red tape of external collaboration, speed up decision-making, and bring projects to a close faster than ever. Here’s how: 

• Smooth two-way collaboration: Share and receive files securely using a single link, with fewer steps. 
• No registration for external collaborators: Invite external partners to co-create documents without needing a Tresorit account. 
• Transparent file amendments: Download, edit, and re-upload file versions – all through the same cooperative link. 
• Real-time notification on updates: Stay on top of file changes with automatic notifications. 
• Clear file versioning: Keep all your versions neatly collected in one, encrypted place. 

Would you like to learn more about the cooperative link? In our upcoming webinar on the 28th November, 2024, at 3pm (MEZ), Sarolta Gájer, our Product Marketing Analyst will explore the main benefits and use cases of our newest feature. Save your spot now!