# Upload a File

Selecting the "File" option allows users to upload single or multiple files (including selecting an entire folder) from their computer which will upload each file and individually hash them. \


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You may now click on the filename to view options, including downloading or previewing your file.

<mark style="color:purple;">**Note:**</mark> _File previews are not automatic as this action incurs small bandwidth charges. Users will eventually be able to enable or disable previews in their settings with acknowledgement of this fact._
