Someone says they can't view the report after I shared the link. What should I check?
Short Answer: Check if they’re listed under ‘People with access’ or if the report is set to ‘Public’, and ensure you clicked ‘Save’.
PreRequisites
- Have the ‘Share this report’ dialog open
Steps
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Check access list.
Open ‘Share this report’ and confirm the person’s email is listed under ‘People with access’. -
Verify access type.
Check ‘Report access’:-
Private: Only listed users can view
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Public: Anyone with the link can view
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Update access if needed.
Add the person’s email or switch to ‘Public’, then click ‘Save’. -
Confirm login details.
Ask the person to sign in with the same email you shared access with (if Private).
Troubleshooting
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User still cannot access after being added
Likely Cause: Signed in with a different email or session issue
Action: Ask them to sign out and sign back in with the correct email, or re-add them and click ‘Save’ again -
Public link not working
Likely Cause: Changes not saved or outdated link shared
Action: Set to ‘Public’, click ‘Save’, then use ‘Copy link’ and resend