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Connect to a Space via WebDAV

With WebDAV, you can connect OpenCloud Spaces and Folders as network drives on your device and manage your files directly from your file manager — without using the browser.

Prerequisites​

  • A valid OpenCloud account with WebDAV information enabled in the preferences
  • Access to a resource in OpenCloud, either a Space, a Folder or the root of your account
  • A WebDAV client (e.g. built-in OS support or Mountain Duck)
  • (Optional but recommended) An App Token
    → How to create an App Token

Step-by-Step Guide​

Enable WebDAV Info in the UI​

To display WebDAV information for your Spaces:

  • Go to Account Settings

  • Enable "Show WebDAV info in details view"

    Enable WebDAV info

Create an App Token (if required)​

Some WebDAV clients (especially non-OIDC compatible ones like Mountain Duck) require an App Token for authentication.

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We recommend using an App Token instead of your password for better security.

  • Go to Settings > App Tokens
  • Click "+ New", give it a name, and set an expiration date
  • Copy the token immediately – it will only be shown once
    → See App Token Guide

Get the WebDAV URL​

Open the info panel of the resource you want to access in the OpenCloud Web Interface.

You’ll see a section labeled WebDAV — copy the full WebDAV URL. It looks like:

https://cloud.example.com/remote.php/dav/spaces/12345678-abcd-efgh-ijkl-987654321000/

WebDAV URL

Connect via WebDAV​

Now connect your device using the WebDAV URL:

  • Username: your OpenCloud username
  • Password: your App Token (or password, if allowed)

You can use various clients depending on your operating system:

Windows​

  • Open File Explorer → Click on “This PC” → Choose “Map network drive”
  • Enter the WebDAV URL
  • Authenticate with username and App Token

macOS​

  • In Finder, choose “Go” > “Connect to Server…”
  • Enter the WebDAV URL
  • Login with your credentials or App Token

Linux​

  • Use your file manager’s “Connect to Server” option
  • Format the URL as:
    davs://cloud.example.com/remote.php/dav/spaces/<SPACE-ID>/
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Once connected, your Space will behave like a normal folder.

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  • If your WebDAV client supports OIDC, you may not need an App Token
  • Always use https:// to ensure secure access
  • App Tokens can be revoked anytime via your account settings