1.2 Accessing Filr

Filr provides three convenient access methods:

1.2.1 Accessing Filr from a Web Browser

New Web Interface (Beta Version) with Filr 4

A sneak peek to the new user interface. A new look and feel that makes the interface more intuitive with hover control, quick help, and so on.

Figure 1-1 Accessing the New User Interface

IMPORTANT:The new Web UI uses cookies, so to secure them, you must log in by using only the DNS name.

Figure 1-2 Login Screen

Figure 1-3 My Files Area

Web Interface Available with Filr 3.x and Earlier Releases

This guide focuses on accessing Filr from a web browser.

Supported Browsers

  • Safari

  • Internet Explorer

  • Google Chrome

  • Mozilla Firefox

  • Microsoft Edge

1.2.2 Accessing Filr from Your Desktop

You can access Filr directly from your desktop.

For more information, see the Filr Desktop Application for Windows, Filr Desktop Application for Mac Guide, and Filr Desktop Application for Linux Guide .

1.2.3 Accessing Filr from a Mobile Device

There are native iOS, Android, and Windows Phone mobile apps for accessing the Filr site. Accessing Filr through a web browser on a mobile device is not supported. Instead, download the Filr mobile app that is compatible with your mobile device.

For more information, see the Filr Mobile App Quick Start.

Mobile Phone Interface

This example shows Filr on an iOS device. The look and feel differs on Android and Windows devices.

Tablet Interface

This example shows Filr on an iOS device. The look and feel differs on Android and Windows devices.