How to access SharePoint Online for internal and external users

  • Click on the SharePoint Online site provided to you or through Office.com (e.g. https://uottawa.sharepoint.com/sitename)
  • Log on with your uOttawa credentials to access the site
  • Follow the multi-factor authentication or code authentication processes.
  • Technical issues? Open a request through the Self-Service Portal
  • Click on the SharePoint Online site provided to you (e.g. https://uottawa.sharepoint.com/sitename)

The appearance of the message may vary depending on what is being shared whether it’s a site, document, or folder

The screenshot displays a digital message or notification from SharePoint Online
  • Log on with your personal email, (e.g. [email protected]) to access the site. 
  • Use the authentication code sent to your personal email. 
  • Check your spam and junk folders as well if the message does not appear in your inbox. 
  •  Technical issues? Reach out to your uOttawa contact in the faculty or service you are collaborating with.