OneDrive

API

Cloud storage and file sharing API by Microsoft

Overview

RESTful API for Microsoft OneDrive cloud storage, enabling developers to integrate file management and sharing into applications. Supports JSON responses and endpoints for uploading/downloading files, listing directories, managing metadata, creating shared links, and syncing content. Use cases include building cloud-integrated apps, automating backups, enabling collaborative workflows, and syncing files across devices. Ideal for productivity tools, CMS platforms, and enterprise solutions needing secure cloud storage integration.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://developer.microsoft.com/onedrive')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
OAuth 2.0 authentication
File upload/download
Sharing management
Metadata operations
Sync capabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is OneDrive free to use?

API access is free, but storage depends on the user’s OneDrive plan (free tier with limited space; paid tiers for expanded storage).

? Does it require an API Key?

No—authentication uses OAuth 2.0 access tokens to secure user data access.

? What is the response format?

Primary response format is JSON; binary data is supported for file uploads and downloads.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Cloud Storage & File Sharing

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Seamless Microsoft ecosystem integration
⊕ Robust security (encryption, OAuth)
⊕ Extensive documentation
⊕ Supports large file uploads

Cons

⊖ Rate limits apply
⊖ OAuth setup complexity for new developers
⊖ Advanced features may require Office 365 subscription