OWLcloud

OWLcloud is a secure, university-managed service (powered by MyWorkDrive) that enables faculty and staff to access, manage, and collaborate on TUvault file shares from anywhere without needing a VPN. Once enabled for a department, faculty and staff can use OWLcloud via web browsers, desktop clients, or mobile devices. All access is protected by Temple’s Active Directory and DUO two-factor authentication. Data remains securely housed within Temple's infrastructure, ensuring compliance and auditability. 

Faculty and Staff

To request OWLcloud for your department, click the Request Help button on the right.  

To preview OWLcloud on the web, go to owlcloud.temple.edu. 

Also see the instructions for installing the macOS and Windows desktop app. 

• Provision and manage access to on-premises TUvault file shares using MyWorkDrive. 

• Provide VPN-free access to file shares through web, desktop, and mobile platforms. 

• Integrate access with Temple’s Active Directory for authentication and authorization. 

• Enforce DUO two-factor authentication for secure remote access. 

• Maintain system availability, accessibility, and performance. 

• Ensure that data remains on Temple-managed infrastructure (no cloud replication/migration). 

• Support service-related requests, including access issues, client installation, and general troubleshooting. 

• Maintain security compliance and provide full access audit trails. 

• Enable scalable adoption by additional departments as needed. 

• Does not include support for end-user personal file storage (e.g., OneDrive, Google Drive). 

• Does not provide file editing capabilities—relies on native applications to open/edit files. 

• Does not migrate or replicate data to the cloud or other non-Temple storage. 

• Does not include direct file management or cleanup—responsibility remains with data owners.