# Features - Doc Man - File & Folder Management - Widgets - Experience Cloud Widget > Enable secure file sharing and collection directly from Salesforce Experience Cloud — collaborate with partners, customers, & external users ## CloudFiles Experience Cloud Widget Enable secure file sharing and collection directly from Salesforce Experience Cloud — collaborate seamlessly with partners, customers, and external users. [Book a Demo](https://meet.cloudfiles.io/salesforce?utm_content=sf-file-and-folder-management-experience-cloud-widget-hero) · [Read Technical Guide](https://help.cloudfiles.io/salesforce/experience-cloud-widget-guide) *Trusted by leading teams worldwide* Logos: General Mills, Dun & Bradstreet, Wingstop, PenFed, Aviva, Ohio University, CA Conservation Corps, NC State Auditor, Arthrex, Commvault, Computacenter, Aggreko, ITW, Lummus, Northumbrian Water, Hamptons, Anteriad, BrightNight ## Features & configuration breakdown ### Permissions & Upload Controls Permissions & Upload Controls Manage exactly what external users can do through the widget. - Enable/disable: File Upload, Folder Upload, Create Folder, Delete File/Folder - Control sharing via: Create Sharing Link, Allow Download toggles - Assign access per user group via Experience Cloud permissions - Set Widget Base Path to control starting folder access [Learn More](https://help.cloudfiles.io/salesforce/experience-cloud-widget-guide) ### Upload Management & Restrictions Upload Management & Restrictions Ensure files collected from users are relevant, secure, and well-organized. - Set file type restrictions (e.g., only PDFs, DOCX) - Add mandatory fields like “Title” or “Description” during upload - Upload entire folders with preserved structure - Automatically route files to the right directory [Learn More](https://help.cloudfiles.io/salesforce/cloudfiles-uploader-widget) ### Flow Automation & Integration Flow Automation & Integration Power downstream workflows and business processes. - Return uploaded file metadata for Flow or Apex automation - Trigger actions: email alerts, task assignments, approvals, etc. - Use Widget Config ID to manage versioned setups across Experience Sites - Seamlessly integrate with internal Salesforce records [Learn More](https://help.cloudfiles.io/salesforce/experience-cloud-widget-guide) ## Stay compliant & secure. CloudFiles is independently audited for SOC 2 Type II, certified to ISO 27001, and compliant with HIPAA and GDPR. Data residency is supported in the US, EU, UK, and AU. Your files stay in your own storage — CloudFiles never re-hosts them — and are not used to train our AI models. Certifications: SOC 2 (Type II), HIPAA (Compliant), ISO 27001 (Certified), GDPR (Compliant) [Security overview](/security) ## Loved by Teams. Backed by Results. Don’t just take our word for it—take theirs... > "CloudFiles has saved us many hours of repetitive work and boosted our productivity. It has taken our automation capabilities to new heights! Definitely recommended." — **Jeremy Ahoyo, Atlante** > "CloudFiles offers great value for connecting storage solutions. Automate tasks like folder creation and file copying. Excellent support at no extra cost. Highly recommend!" — **Irwin Mencias, Mālama Solar** > "CloudFiles' SharePoint/Salesforce integration is excellent. The team is collaborative, responsive, and highly knowledgeable. They go the extra mile to meet our needs. Highly recommend." — **Adam Ady, Anteriad** > "CloudFiles' SharePoint integration with Salesforce has reduced data storage costs, simplified document management, and enhanced efficiency. Outstanding support. Highly recommend for reducing storage expenses." — **Latha Davuluri, W. R. Grace & Co.** > "Very flexible app that allows for customization without limiting you to specific use cases. Great fit for diverse business workflows. Love it!" — **William Hughes, Artisan Strategic Advisors, Inc.** > "CloudFiles is incredibly robust and handles our document processes flawlessly. The highly responsive team are true problem solvers. Worth every dollar. Absolutely recommend for Salesforce." — **Victor Villalobos, The Financial Interior, LLP** > "Fantastic app and high-level support! CloudFiles makes managing and organizing files in Salesforce super easy with seamless SharePoint integration." — **Alexander Brownbridge, LendInvest** > "Flawless app with exceptional support. CloudFiles exceeds expectations in testing, implementation, migration, and automation. Highly recommend exploring this solution for connecting file storage to Salesforce" — **Mark Salib, BDA Partners** > "Great app! Seamless integration with Salesforce and responsive support. CloudFiles has been a game-changer for our document management" — **Lorie Jone, Fidelis Wealth Advisors** ## Experience Cloud Widget Explained **Q: What It Does** - Enables secure document sharing and collection from Experience Cloud users - Syncs uploaded files to cloud storage instead of Salesforce - Offers granular permissions: upload, delete, download, share, etc. - Supports mandatory metadata fields for file uploads - Ideal for onboarding, partner collaboration, and external service workflows **Q: How It Works** When added to an Experience Cloud site: - Admin installs and configures the widget via Site Builder - A unique Configuration ID sets permissions and view access - Community users interact with the widget to upload or manage files - Files sync directly to linked cloud storage - Metadata from uploaded files is returned for Flow or automation use **Q: Popular use-cases** - Allow new customers to upload onboarding documents directly into mapped folders - Enable partners to submit marketing assets through a shared portal - Collect and organize claim documents or service-related files from external users - Create vendor collaboration spaces without providing internal system access **Q: Benefits** - Allows external users to manage files without Salesforce licenses - Keeps internal storage clean by routing files directly to cloud drives - Supports secure upload controls with metadata validation and base path access - Works across cloud storage providers with full two-way sync - Seamless integration into branded Experience Cloud portals ## Book a demo You are one Click Away from Smarter Docs. 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