Short Answer:
Private = Only team members can view the report
Public = Anyone with the link can view (no login required)
Steps
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Open the 'Share this report' dialog and locate the 'Report access' section.
You will see both options with descriptions. -
Read the option details:
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Private — Only team members can view this report
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Public — Anyone with the link can view. No login required
Choose the option based on how widely you want to share the report.
Troubleshooting
- Recipients still need to log in after selecting Public.
LikelyCause: Changes were not saved.
Action: Select Public, click Save, and test the link again (preferably in incognito mode).
Note: Use Private for controlled internal access and Public when sharing externally via a link.