Relution Files

Introduction #

For iOS, Relution offers the possibility to integrate local file shares, also called network drives, via SMB and WebDAV. By connecting to e.g. school or corporate server solutions, relevant documents and content can be accessed and data and work results can be stored securely on a central server.

Advantages of Relution Files #

Data should not be stored in an unsecured cloud with servers outside the EU if GDPR-compliant work is required. Likewise, it is advisable not to store data directly on devices if devices are used by multiple user. Saving and storing documents on your own local servers via Relution Files ensures data security and data sovereignty for all users.

Configure local network drives for Relution Files #

Local file shares can be set up in Relution in two ways:

For the manual setup please check the app documentation itself -> Relution Files

Automatic configuration of Relution Files via policies #

A prepared configuration, which the administrator carries out via the Relution Portal, removes almost every hurdle for the end user when setting up the device. In this way, file sharing can be used seamlessly.

A WebDAV or SMB connection can be prepared for use by configuring Relution File Sharing in a policy. To do this, it is necessary to select a protocol and enter the path to the share.

There is also the option to use the Relution user already ’logged in’ to the device, which makes an additional login for file sharing when using ‘Relution shared device’ superfluous.

Alternatively, for 1:1 devices, the user assigned to the device can log in with their user data. In this case, the login process can be simplified by using placeholders such as ${user.fullname}.

Further you can choose between two extension types: classic and modern. This setting defines the internally used extension type by Relution Files to integrate the shares into the native Apple Files app.

The classic type should be used in rare cases where the default modern one does not work as expected (e.g. iOS 18+ has a bug for Shared iPads where modern extension type does not display files).