How to find origin of downloaded file

July 29, 2020

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Hello Ian,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

As per description, you like to know the origin of a transferred file from another computer.

There is not way we can keep the track of the file origin transferred from other computer using USB drive.

However, there is a possibility that some third party software might help you to fulfil your concern.

you may use your favorite engine to search for any third party program and check.

Note:

Using Third Party Software, including hardware drivers can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from booting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the use of Third Party Software can be solved. Using Third Party Software is at your own risk.

Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance with Windows.

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