Private files

In Moodle, each user has a private files area for uploading and managing a set of files.

The private files area is accessible via Navigation > My home > My profile > My private files or the My private files block. If the private files repository is enabled by a site admin, it is available as a source within the filepicker when selecting files to use in a course.

Private files management

To add a file to your private files area

1. On the Navigation menu, click My profile > My private files
2. The file manager will appear.
3. If desired, create a folder for your file(s)
4. Click on the Add button to upload from the File picker or drag and drop from your desktop.
5. Click the 'Save changes' button

• Once uploaded, files will appear as thumbnails. Clicking the icons top right will display them in table or list view as an alternative.

Private files size limit

The size limit for each user's private files area is set by a site administrator in Settings > Site administration > Security > Site policies.

Private files capabilities

• Manage files in own private file area
• View user private files