Welcome to Squirrel, the ultimate automated document archiving SaaS platform designed for seamless integration with SharePoint Online. This guide will help you get started quickly and efficiently.

What is Squirrel?

Squirrel is a powerful solution for automating document archiving, retention, and restoration within SharePoint Online. It ensures data compliance, reduces storage costs, and simplifies document management with user-friendly tools and robust automation features.

Key Features:

• Automated Archiving: Streamline your document management by automating the transfer of documents from SharePoint Online to Azure Blob Storage. Squirrel’s advanced lifecycle policies ensure that your archiving process is seamless and error-free, significantly reducing manual workload and potential for human error.
• Cost-Effective Storage: Optimize your storage costs with Squirrel by utilizing Azure Blob Storage, a more economical alternative to traditional storage solutions. Benefit from lower storage costs without compromising on speed or accessibility.
• User Driven Archiving: Users can archive their documents from within the SharePoint UI, without waiting for lifecycle policies.
• Self-Service Rehydration: Squirrel provides dedicated buttons within the SharePoint interface that allow users to seamlessly archive or rehydrate files with a single click. This convenience is made possible by leaving a stub file in SharePoint—retaining the original document name—so that rehydration is transparent and instantaneous.
• Compliance Ready: Ensure data retention policies meet regulatory standards.
• Enhanced Security: Protect your sensitive data during transfers with Squirrel’s robust security protocols. Leveraging the latest in encryption technology and continuous security updates, Squirrel ensures that your data is safe from unauthorized access and breaches.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

Web Browser: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge

Internet Connection: Stable connection for accessing the Squirrel platform