> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.exavault.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.exavault.com/connection-methods/webdav.md).
# WebDAV
WebDAV is a standard protocol for accessing files on your ExaVault appliance from a desktop or application.
WebDAV works best for an application that specifically requires it or for occasional access to a small number of files. The protocol uses several request-and-response exchanges for many file operations, so it is usually slower than SFTP or FTPS when working with many files or editing files in place.
## Connection Information
The WebDAV URL is the HTTPS URL for your ExaVault domain followed by `/webdav`. For example, use `https://files.example.com/webdav` anywhere a client requests the server URL.
WebDAV is offered over `https://` only. An unencrypted version is not offered.
WebDAV uses port `443` and the same active SSL certificate as the ExaVault web interface. A new appliance begins with a self-signed certificate, which a WebDAV client may reject or warn about until the client trusts it or you install a publicly trusted certificate.
For operating-system limits and connection diagnostics, see [WebDAV Limitations and Troubleshooting](/connection-methods/webdav/webdav-limitations-and-troubleshooting.md).
## WebDAV Server Details
ExaVault operates a proprietary WebDAV server built and maintained in-house. The server is compatible with the WebDAV standards, and we regularly verify compliance using [Litmus](http://www.webdav.org/neon/litmus/), the official testing tool from the WebDAV organization.
## Windows Setup Tutorial
1. Open *File Explorer* from the Windows *Start* menu.
2. Open *This PC*.
3. Select *Map network drive* from the toolbar.
4. Choose a drive letter from the *Drive* menu.
5. Enter `https://files.example.com/webdav` in *Folder*, replacing `files.example.com` with your ExaVault domain.
6. Select *Reconnect at sign-in* when the drive should reconnect each time you sign in to Windows.
7. Select *Connect using different credentials* when the Windows account and ExaVault account use different credentials.
8. Select *Finish*.
9. Enter the ExaVault username and password.
10. Select *OK*.
A new window opens with the available files and folders. The drive also appears under *Network locations*.
## macOS Setup Tutorial
1. Open *Finder* from the Dock.
2. Select *Go > Connect to Server*, or press Command-K.
3. Enter `https://files.example.com/webdav`, replacing `files.example.com` with your ExaVault domain.
4. Select *Connect* or press Return.
A new tab opens with the available files and folders. The connection also appears under *Locations*.
## Linux (GNOME) Setup Tutorial
1. Open *Files* or *Nautilus* from the Dock.
2. Select *Places > Connect to Server*.
3. Select *HTTPS (WebDAV)* from *Type*.
4. Enter `davs://files.example.com/webdav` in *Location*, replacing `files.example.com` with your ExaVault domain.
5. Select *Connect* or press Enter.
## Linux (KDE) Tutorial
1. Open *Dolphin* or *Konqueror* from the Dock.
2. Select *Places > Connect to Server*.
3. Enter `webdavs://files.example.com/webdav` in *Location*, replacing `files.example.com` with your ExaVault domain.
4. Select *Connect* or press Enter.
