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Which SharePoint and OneDrive link type does Microsoft call the most restrictive?

Specific people.

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  1. Anyone with the link
  2. Specific people ✔
  3. People in your organization

Why: A Specific people link only works for the names you enter. That makes it the best choice for confidential files, though it makes broad sharing harder.

Huh, didn't know that: Microsoft says that with external sharing allowed, this option lets users share with specific people outside the organization.

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Answer: Specific people. A Specific people link only works for the names you enter. That makes it the best choice for confidential files, though it makes broad sharing harder.

  1. Microsoft Learn: Turn external sharing on or off learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/turn-external-sharing-on-or-off
    This option is most restrictive and impedes broad internal sharing.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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