GWS-ADMIN Security Policies And Access Controls Practice Question
Your organization wants to prevent users from sharing Google Drive files externally, but you need to make an exception for a specific partner domain. Where should you configure this allowed domain list?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Apps > Google Workspace > Drive and Docs > Sharing settings > Whitelisted domains
Allowed external domains for sharing are managed under Apps > Google Workspace > Drive and Docs > Sharing settings.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Security > Authentication > Trusted domains
Why it's wrong here
Trusted domains under authentication are used for sign-in restrictions, not Drive file sharing.
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Directory > Organizational units > External sharing policy
Why it's wrong here
External sharing policies for Drive are housed under the Drive app settings, not general OU management.
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Security > Access and data control > Whitelisted domains
Why it's wrong here
Whitelisted domains control domain-to-domain trust for calendar and chat, but Drive sharing exceptions are managed under Drive app settings.
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Apps > Google Workspace > Drive and Docs > Sharing settings > Whitelisted domains
Why this is correct
Drive sharing permissions and trusted external domains are configured directly in the Drive and Docs sharing settings.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Google Cloud exam blueprint
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