How to Enable “Prompt User to Confirm When Deleting Shared Content” in OneDrive with Intune
Managing OneDrive settings through Intune is an effective way to reduce accidental file loss, especially in shared environments. One useful feature is the ability to prompt users to confirm before deleting shared content. This ensures that employees don’t mistakenly remove files or folders that others rely on.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps to configure this setting using the Intune Settings Catalog.
Why Enable This Policy?
- Prevents accidental deletion of shared OneDrive files or folders.
- Enforces a confirmation prompt that cannot be bypassed.
- Adds an extra layer of protection for collaborative work.
Create the Policy in Intune
Step 1 – Open Intune Admin Center
- Sign in to the Intune admin center.
- Navigate to:
Devices → Configuration → + Create profile
Step 2 – Select Platform & Profile Type
- Platform: Windows 10 and later
- Profile type: Settings catalog
Step 3 – Name the Policy
- Enter a descriptive name such as:
Prompt User to Confirm When Deleting Shared Content - Optionally add a description for clarity.
Step 4 – Add the OneDrive Setting
- Click + Add settings.
- From the Settings picker, expand the OneDrive category.
- Select Prompt user to confirm when they delete shared content.
Step 5 – Enable the Setting
- By default, it is Disabled.
- Switch it to Enabled to apply the confirmation requirement.
Step 6 – Scope Tags (Optional)
- Add scope tags if you need to filter policy visibility for specific admins.
Step 7 – Assign to Groups
- Assign the policy to users or devices under the Assignments tab.
- You can include or exclude groups as needed.
Step 8 – Review and Create
- Double-check the configuration.
- Click Create to deploy the policy.
Monitor Policy Deployment
After deployment, you can track whether the policy applied successfully:
- Go to Intune Admin Center → Devices → Configuration profiles.
- Check the deployment status (e.g., Succeeded, Error, Pending).
On client devices, you can confirm via Event Viewer:
Applications and Services Logs
└─ Microsoft
└─ Windows
└─ DeviceManagement-Enterprise-Diagnostic-Provider → Admin
- Look for Event ID 813 or 814, which show that the “SharedContentDeleteConfirmation” policy is active.
Modify or Remove the Policy
- To remove assignments, edit the policy and unassign the groups.
- To delete the policy completely, select the profile, click the three-dot menu, and choose Delete.
Final Thoughts
This small but effective OneDrive setting in Intune helps protect shared data. By requiring confirmation before deletion, you safeguard against accidental data loss and improve collaboration safety across your organization.
