My one drive is bombarded with unwanted files

Leslie Peart 0 Reputation points
2025-12-18T13:47:49.1933333+00:00

Bombarded with unwanted files on one drive how do i stop n get rid

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    2025-12-18T13:49:13.67+00:00

    To manage and eliminate unwanted files in your OneDrive, you can take the following steps:

    1. Delete Unwanted Files: Go through your OneDrive storage and identify files that you no longer need. Select these files and delete them to clear up space.
    2. Adjust Sync Settings: Check your OneDrive sync settings to ensure that you are not syncing folders from your computer that contain unwanted files. You can modify these settings in the OneDrive application.
    3. Remove Shared Files: If you have files shared with you that you do not want, you can remove them from your OneDrive by unsharing or deleting them from your view.
    4. Check for Retention Policies: If you are using OneDrive for Business, verify if there are any retention policies in place that may be preventing you from deleting certain files.
    5. Regularly Review Your Files: Make it a habit to periodically check your OneDrive for any unwanted files and remove them to keep your storage organized.

    If you encounter persistent issues, consider reaching out to Microsoft support for additional help.

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  2. Leslie Peart 0 Reputation points
    2025-12-18T13:49:38.8333333+00:00

    Need more help

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  3. EmilyS726 264.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-18T19:06:24.44+00:00

    Hello,

    Make sure you are not opening these files.

    It appears scammers have found a product loophole to share files with users knowing the files would show up on their OneDrive. As of now, there's no way to delete this. You will see this file in your ONedrive.com when you go online in the "Shared" section, but you can check the box, the right click and report it. You can also hide it.

    The file technically doesn't live in your OneDrive, but lives in the sender's OneDrive. It doesn't take up your OneDrive storage. It is just listed for you to see, but like I said, hide it and report it. And also consider sending this as a feedback for the product team to make them aware. https://feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback

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