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# OneDrive

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> Web-based digital asset management solution that allows businesses of all sizes to manage files, collaborate, scan documents, and more.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 12717 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses OneDrive?

The digital asset management solution assists businesses of all sizes with file management, collaboration, document scanning, and personalized search.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 12717 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Microsoft
- **Location**: Redmond, US
- **Founded**: 1975

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$1,99
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: OneDrive: Free storage for personal files.&#10;&#10;OneDrive for Business Plan 1: $5.00 user/month (annual commitment)&#10;OneDrive for Business Plan 2: $10.00 user/month (annual commitment)&#10;&#10;Contact Microsoft for detailed pricing information.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian
- **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States

## Features

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Alerts/Notifications
- Archiving & Retention
- Asset Categorization
- Authentication
- Backup and Recovery
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Library
- Content Management
- Data Import/Export
- Data Storage Management
- Data Synchronization
- Document Capture
- Document Management
- Document Storage
- Drag & Drop
- Encryption
- File Sharing
- File Transfer
- Full Text Search
- Messaging
- Mobile Access
- Multi-Device Support
- Real Time Synchronization
- Remote Access/Control
- Reporting & Statistics
- Search/Filter
- Tagging
- Third-Party Integrations
- User Management
- Version Control

## Integrations (9 total)

- Google Drive
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft OneNote
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Word

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- Chat

## Category

- [Content Collaboration Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/32935/content-collaboration/software)

## Related Categories

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## Reviews

### "Utilizing one drive in your daily life" — 5.0/5

> **Jedidiah** | *25 March 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: The cloud storage that i can use to back up documents and to be able to access the document from any of my devices signed in to my one drive&#10;file manage&#10;affordable
> 
> **Cons**: when using it for the first time could give you issues like myself because I wasn't familiar with the components in other words it isn't user friendly
> 
> Ive been using it for 5 years now and my experience with one dive has been amazing. It help with resorting information and access it so I'm happy with it.

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### "Best Online Storage Platform" — 5.0/5

> **Orlando** | *18 February 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10
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> **Pros**: I can collaborate with on files with my team and securely share files with external parties. I enjoy the feature where I can manage permissions and access the files on mobile on-the-go.
> 
> **Cons**: The limitation number of characters for One-Drive sync issue when you have created the shortcut on File Explorer for a SharePoint site.

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### "one drive for storage" — 4.0/5

> **harry** | *07 October 2021* | Sports | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: very easy to upload and view documents from any computer
> 
> **Cons**: I have  not had any major problems with this software

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### "My experience with Onedrive" — 5.0/5

> **Deon** | *03 April 2026* | Banking | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I like that i have access to my information anywhere and anytime. I can access from both my computers and cellphone.
> 
> **Cons**: That i have to pay for storage and i that it is not able to identity identical uploads and merge them.
> 
> One drive has been the best storage software i have used so far. I am able to store pretty much everything from word to PowerPoint and i love how it is secured. It is very easy to use. I used it to store both work and personal files that i do not wish to misplace. I can ipload files i wish to share with other teammates for presentations. It also have a search tab that allows me to retrieved my information very fast and efficiently.

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### "Convenient and Secure, but Storage Can Be Limited" — 4.0/5

> **Nasrullah** | *02 May 2026* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: What I really like about OneDrive is how easy it is to use and how well it works with other Microsoft apps I use every day. It keeps all my files synced automatically, so I don’t have to worry about losing anything or manually updating stuff. Sharing files with friends or coworkers is straightforward, and I appreciate the security features that keep my data safe without being complicated. Overall, it just makes managing and accessing my files hassle-free.
> 
> **Cons**: One thing I find a bit frustrating about OneDrive is that sometimes the syncing can be a little slow or glitchy, especially when dealing with large files or lots of changes at once. It can also get a bit confusing when there are multiple versions of the same file, making it tricky to know which one is the most up to date. Occasionally, the storage limits feel a bit tight unless you pay for extra space, which can be annoying if you have a lot of files to store. Overall, these are minor issues, but they do affect the experience sometimes
> 
> My overall experience with OneDrive has been mostly positive. It’s a reliable cloud storage solution that fits well into my daily workflow, especially because it integrates so smoothly with Microsoft Office and Windows. I like how it keeps my files synced across devices without me having to think about it. The interface is straightforward and easy to navigate, which makes managing and sharing files simple. There have been a few hiccups with syncing large files or handling multiple versions, but those are relatively minor compared to the convenience it offers. Overall, OneDrive has made accessing and collaborating on documents much easier for me.

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