The Root Directory

Learn about the root directory in Couchdrop.

The root directory in Couchdrop is a key security mechanism.

When users are added, you must choose a root directory. The root directory in Couchdrop behaves a bit like the home directory in a unix environment with a couple of caveats.

• Users cannot navigate outside the root directory

• Users can only see paths relative to the root directory

• The true location of the root directory is hidden

• Users can share the same root directory

Root directories can have permissions to give added controls.

• Read only users: Can only download and view content in directory

• Write only users: Users can only upload files to the directory, they cannot view existing files or folders

Example Root Directory: