OneDrive Personal Vault offers a secure section in your OneDrive account, adding an additional level of security for your most sensitive files. This article will walk you through how to access and utilize the OneDrive Personal Vault.
Step 1: Sign in to Your Microsoft Account
To access OneDrive Personal Vault, you need to sign in to your Microsoft account. Open a web browser and go to onedrive.live.com. Enter your email address or phone number associated with your Microsoft account and click on the “Next” button.
Step 2: Verify Your Identity
After entering your email address or phone number, you will be prompted to verify your identity. You can choose to receive a verification code via email or SMS. Click on the “Send code” button and enter the code that you receive in the space provided.
Step 3: Access OneDrive Personal Vault
Once you have verified your identity, you will be taken to your OneDrive account. Look for the “Personal Vault” folder and click on it. You will be prompted to verify your identity again before accessing the folder.
Step 4: Add Files to OneDrive Personal Vault
To add files to OneDrive Personal Vault, simply drag and drop them into the folder. Alternatively, you can click on the “Upload” button and select the files you want to upload.
Step 5: Secure Your Files in OneDrive Personal Vault
OneDrive Personal Vault provides an extra layer of protection for your most important files. To secure your files, click on the “Lock” button and enter your password or use your fingerprint or face recognition to unlock the folder.
Step 6: Access Your Files in OneDrive Personal Vault
To access your files in OneDrive Personal Vault, click on the “Unlock” button and enter your password or use your fingerprint or face recognition to unlock the folder. You can then view, edit, or download your files as usual.
Conclusion
OneDrive Personal Vault is a great feature that provides an extra layer of protection for your most important files. By following these steps, you can access and use OneDrive Personal Vault to secure your files and keep them safe from unauthorized access.
