A document library is a centralized, structured space for storing, organizing, and managing files and related metadata. Unlike basic file storage systems, a document library lets you define key information—like document type, owner, status, or expiration date—so files are easy to find, sort, and report on. With support for permissions, versioning, and metadata validation, document libraries help teams collaborate more effectively while maintaining control over access and data quality. When set up well, it can streamline collaboration, maintain data consistency, and make it easier to find and use the right files. But traditional document libraries often come with trade-offs—they can be challenging to scale, difficult to share externally, or require complex permissions to keep sensitive data secure.
In this video walkthrough, we’ll show you how to build a secure document library in Hunni that can be accessed from any web browser, mobile device, or API. Users can also easily access document metadata directly from Excel via the Hunni Excel Add-In or integrate it into Power BI. You’ll learn how to define and manage metadata, add and update files, and configure user permissions so everyone sees only what they’re supposed to. Whether you’re sharing documents internally or externally, this guide will help you set up a powerful, flexible, and scalable document library in minutes.
To learn how to bulk import data and files to a document library using the API, watch part 2: Importing Files and Data Using the Hunni API