Freelancing Solutions FAQs

Solutions for Freelancing

Do I need to have my own email address to use an Odysen network?

Yes, an email address is needed in working with an Odysen network, helpful to receive email notifications, support or forgot password assistance.

Who gets billed for usage of a network?

The administrator of each network is responsible for initially setting up the network, adding other Advanced or Basic users and is likewise responsible for any billing aspects. This gives the administrator complete control of their network and can scale as appropriate for specific user activity levels. You can decide which users should be Basic or Advanced depending on how often you feel they'll be involved with your network.

Can others use a network with a phone or tablet?

Yes, the minimalistic interface and easy to use layout make it easy to access and work with. This includes for your larger displays such as with a tablet or iPad, as well as from mobile phone with Internet access, such as the iPhone. Select the initial folder you’re looking for on the left, press on an application tab and start viewing, adding or sharing different types of content.

Solutions for Freelancing

Should I create separate networks for different clients?

It depends on the size of the project. If for a smaller project, you can create a different folder just for them although you can also create a separate Spark network just for sharing content with that client.

What is the best way to share information with students?

For teachers or instructors, you can set up a network and create a different folder for different classes or have a different folder for each student.

How can I share audio or music recordings?

Musicians can upload and share their latest recordings with others in their network in a couple ways. After uploaded, others can 1) download the file to their own preferred music player, or 2) can play the recording directly from your network. To play a song from your network, just click on the name of the recording or song, and in the details you’ll see an option to play the file, with options for volume, pause/play as well as scrolling backwards and forwards in the song. If others like it, they can add it to the playlist, to listen to while doing other activities on your network.

What is the best way to organize working with others on an occasional basis?

For users that will probably only be logging into your network every once in a while, maybe every few months or so, they can be added as a Basic users. Basic users can work with any folders that have been shared with them, but cannot create their own. This allows you to set up a folder just for that user, when they log in, that is the only folder they’ll see, making it very easy and simple for them to access or view the content you’re trying to share with them.

Should I set up a new network for different specialties?

Yes. As they will probably have different types of clients, customers or partners, it's easiest to just create a different network for them. You can go back and forth between networks by simply clicking the Switch Network link on the top of any of your pages.