Files.com supports organizations that prefer to synchronize user passwords via Google Authentication. This is done by configuring Files.com’s Google authentication feature. This feature allows users to seamlessly log in to their Files.com accounts using their Google credentials, eliminating the need to create and remember separate login details.

To enabled Google SSO, type "SSO Providers" in the search box at the top of every page and then click on the matching result. Click the Add provider button. Click to select Google and click on Save.

The Google authentication method will now be available when assigning an authentication method for a user in Files.com, and the Sign in with Google button will be displayed on your site's login page. Note that Single sign-on authentication can only be used with browser-based sessions, or with the Files.com Desktop App.

It is strongly recommended to keep at least one site administrator with the password option as the authentication method, rather than assigning all to SSO, to prevent being locked out of Files.com in case of IdP or SSO issues.

Changing the User's Authentication Method to Google

Edit each user's settings and click the Authentication method drop down menu to select the Google option. This enables Google Authentication for this user.

Make sure that the Username and the Email address are both set to the email address of the Google account you will use for authentication. Complete the rest of the form according to your preferences and click Create user.

You may now test by logging in with the Google account using the Log in with Google button.