.. _desktop-access:

Access to a project folder
==========================

**DESKTOP ACCESS with OwnCloud client**

It is possible to access the |datacloud|_ on your desktop via the OwnCloud client and work in it like in any other folder you use on your computer.

For desktop access, please download the desktop client from the `OwnCloud webpage <https://owncloud.com/desktop-app/>`_. Follow the steps as described on the download page. To connect to the server and your account, you will need to type in:

* **Server name**: https://datacloud.leibniz-zmt.de
* **Username**: your ZMT username (three letters) or e-mail for project partners
* **Password**: your ZMT password for ZMT members or |datacloud|_ password for project partners

In case of issues, you can :ref:`ask for help <cloudcontact>` at any point of the road.