# Create Drop Zone

Create a secure drop zone to share and collect files.

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        All <span style="color:#d760f9; font-weight:600;">Account Owners</span>, <span style="color:#d760f9; font-weight:600;">Security Admins</span> and <span style="color:#d760f9; font-weight:600;">End Users</span>
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        Available on the <span style="color:#d760f9; font-weight:600;">Core</span> and <span style="color:#d760f9; font-weight:600;">Business</span> plans
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## Overview

The **Create Drop Zone** feature allows you to set up a secure workspace for file exchange. You can define access, messaging, and expiration settings.

## Create Drop Zone

<Steps>
<Step title="Sign in to WatchDog Security">
  Sign in to the [**WatchDog Security Platform**](app.watchdogsecurity.io).
</Step>

<Step title="Open Secure File Exchange">
  Navigate to **Secure File Exchange** from the main navigation menu.
</Step>

<Step title="Create Drop Zone">
  Click **Create Drop Zone** to start a new drop zone.
</Step>

<Step title="Configure Details">
  Enter a **name**, optional **message**, and configure expiration settings.
</Step>

<Step title="Create Zone">
  Click **Create** to finalize the drop zone.
</Step>
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## What Happens Next

<TipInfo>The drop zone becomes active immediately.</TipInfo>
<TipInfo>You can begin uploading files and sharing access.</TipInfo>
<TipInfo>The drop zone remains active until it expires or is deleted.</TipInfo>

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## Troubleshooting

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If creation fails:

- Check your **active drop zone limit**
- Ensure your plan supports additional zones
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