Difference Between Root Site, Home Site, and Hub Site in SharePoint

If you’re new to SharePoint, one of the first confusing moments usually comes from the terminology. You open SharePoint and see a page. Then you hear words like root site, home site, and hub site – often used interchangeably in discussions.  Understanding the difference between these concepts isn’t just about learning SharePoint terms. Many common issues, like poor navigation, duplicate sites, unused pages, or frequent “Where should I go?” questions from users, often stem from not grasping these basics early on.  This blog will break down the following SharePoint concepts in simple terms from a beginner’s perspective:  SharePoint Start Page  Root Site  Home Site  Hub Site ... Read More Read More

Difference Between Wiki Pages, Web Part Pages, and Site Pages in SharePoint

Site pages in SharePoint plays a central role in how information is presented and discovered across Microsoft 365. They help highlight important content, explain how information is structured, and guide users on where to find what they need. Because of this, admins use SharePoint pages to build knowledge bases, dashboards, and intranet page experiences that support communication and collaboration. However, the real challenge is not creating a page but choosing the right type of SharePoint page for a specific scenario.   For admins who are... Read More Read More

2025 Recap: Updates, Automation & Smarter Mangement

Stepping into 2026, admins must get ready for another year of balancing AI adoption, securing sensitive resources, and managing constant change across Microsoft 365. To tackle these challenges, we will continue walking this journey with you, just as we always have – through consistent updates, scripts you can rely on, productivity tips, and more.  Before moving ahead, let’s take a moment to look back at what we delivered in 2025 and how we helped simplify your admin life. We’ve categorized the top blogs published in 2025 as below:  New updates & feature enhancements  Security configurations & protection  PowerShell solutions – When the UI falls... Read More Read More

Difference Between Share and Copy Link in SharePoint Online

One of the most common confusions in SharePoint Online is that you have both the Share button and the Copy link option to share files or folders. Since both actions result in a shareable link, many users mistakenly believe they work the same way. The truth is, while both “Share” and “Copy” link can technically generate an identical link, they represent two fundamentally different methods of granting and managing that access. Confusing these two functions is a frequent cause of accidental over-sharing or compliance headaches.... Read More Read More

How to Delete SharePoint Pages Using PowerShell

Managing SharePoint pages seems straightforward until you’re faced with old pages that no longer serve a purpose. Over time, these unused pages accumulate, creating navigation challenges and reducing site efficiency. For example, outdated pages can clutter search results, making it harder for users to locate relevant content. Addressing this issue not only improves user experience but also streamlines site management for administrators.  In this blog, we’ll explore how to efficiently delete SharePoint pages using both the SharePoint user interface &... Read More Read More

How to Manage SharePoint Sites’ Privacy Settings in Microsoft 365

SharePoint sites are often created rapidly across all types of organizations for teams, projects, departments, etc. But without careful attention to privacy settings, sensitive content can be unintentionally exposed to everyone in the organization. A common mistake is leaving sites set to “Public”, which allows any user in the tenant to access the site and its contents even if they’re not part of the site. This not only risks data leaks but also violates compliance policies and creates confusion about... Read More Read More

Find All Site Collection Administrators Across OneDrive for Business Sites

Ever wondered who has full control over your users’ OneDrive accounts? As an admin, it’s important to keep track of who holds site collection administrator rights in OneDrive. These users have elevated access, which means they can view, manage, and even delete content in the OneDrive site they’ve been granted access to. Knowing who they are is not just good practice but is also crucial for security and compliance.  You may need this information during audits or access reviews to... Read More Read More

Manage SharePoint Online Subsites in Microsoft 365 Using PowerShell

There has long been debate about whether to create and manage SharePoint Online hub sites or subsites to organize related sites. While both approaches help structure your environment, Microsoft recommends using hub sites for their flexibility and flat site structure. Despite this, many organizations still use subsites—especially when there’s a need to quickly create a related site under a site collection. There are practical scenarios where subsites make sense. For example, imagine you’ve already created an IT site for your... Read More Read More

How to Manage SharePoint Document Library in Microsoft 365

As your organization grows, so does the volume of files, documents, and data you need to manage in SharePoint. Without a structured system, information becomes scattered, making it difficult to locate important files when needed. That’s why you need to create SharePoint Document Libraries—a solution for storing and organizing documents in SharePoint Online within your organization. A document library is a managed storage area in SharePoint that lets teams have a place to manage content, control permissions, and collect documents... Read More Read More

How to Create SharePoint List Using PowerShell

SharePoint Online lists are powerful ways to store, organize, and manage data within a Microsoft 365 organization. Whether to track the progress of any issues, monitor the status of project tasks, maintain customer records, or manage asset inventories, we usually create a SharePoint list. These lists in SharePoint Online provide a flexible and efficient solution for collaboration, where team members can seamlessly work together and organize data effectively. However, in a large organization, manually creating lists across multiple SharePoint sites... Read More Read More