You won't be able to restrict access to files in static (they are served without touching the application code). Instead, check out http://web2py.com/book/default/chapter/06#Manual-Uploads.
Anthony On Friday, November 18, 2011 6:14:16 PM UTC-5, Dave wrote: > > I am starting a web2py app and need some help with the high level > design. I am familiar with web2py but how to do what I am after is not > immediately clear. > > My app will take jobs submitted by users that will eventually create > CSVs files using a cron script and store them on the server's > filesystem. Users will then be able to download their specific CSVs. > Should I use the static directory with a subfolder for each user and > then authenticate and authorize each user to only access their own > folder? Also, since the file was never uploaded how would I go about > creating URLs to the files to be downloaded? > > I'm sure there is a better way of doing this and a point in the right > direction would be appreciated. > > Thanks, > Dave > >
