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My Dropbox icon is missing from my Windows task bar, but the app still syncs.
My Dropbox icon on the Windows task bar has recently disappeared. I have tried all the obvious solutions without success. One option suggested was to uninstall Dropbox and then reinstall from my account on-line. However, I cannot uninstall - the error message reports "uninstall failed." Dropbox is working OK and syncing…
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Cannot open any Dropbox Paper documents
I'm experiencing a Dropbox Paper issue that started about 3 days ago and has not resolved. Symptoms: All existing Dropbox Paper documents return a 404 error when opened. Creating a new Dropbox Paper document appears to succeed (the file is created in the folder), but opening it immediately results in a 404 error.…
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The Dropbox desktop app on my Mac is using too much memory.
I have been a user for well over a decade. I could not find a place to post bugs… Memory leak:
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"Your device couldn't connect to the server" error on the desktop app on macOS
Device iMac 2024 Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Tahoe 26.2 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) v241.4.4853 Syncing Status "Up to date" Question or Issue I recently set up my existing company Dropbox account on my new iMac. All the folders/files appeared to sync fine and I can open individual ones with no…
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Win64 console errors: electron\dropbox\shell\common\crashpad_lib_loader.cc
on Windows 11 25h2 from time to time i'm getting these errors when starting Dropbox via a delayed launcher console script, and the only solution so far is to just wipe manually the bin folder and reinstall Dropbox (without uninstalling). Dropbox is installed in user scope, not machine scope and I think this happens…
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My old Dropbox desktop app isn't updating correctly on my Windows 11.
Hi, I have had this problem for some time. I often collect event IDs 7000, 7009, and 10005 and find that the app doesn't work. I'm using Kaspersky Plus and even if it never gave me problems with Dropbox I still tried to add the app and updater client to the exclusions. But the problem remains. Event ID in successione sono:…
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I get a “Something went wrong” error when entering the code for my recovery email address.
I am trying to add a recovery email address, but I get to the point of entering the verification code that is emailed, I get an error message stating “Something went wrong. Please try again.” as soon as I type the last number.
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I'm getting an Error 400 when previewing files on my account
I recently purchased your lifetime plan, but I am still having problems opening my downloaded documents. Both my old downloaded files and the new ones I download are not opening correctly and keep showing “Error 400”.I have already tried downloading the files again, but the issue still continues. Because of this, I…
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"We’ve interrupted your sharing activity because you tried to share a file that may contain malware"
Received the above warning on 23 May and removed the affected file. However, my file sharing is still restricted. Please review my account and provide instruction to remove the restriction or next steps.
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We've deleted a large shared folder, but it's still taking up space from my Dropbox account.
I recently had large data (1.4TB much more than the limit for my account) stored in my Dropbox folder. This folder is created and the data were shared by my coauthor. Now, both of us don't see the shared folder because we decided to remove the folder to save storage charge. But I still see the warning sign saying I am…
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I keep being asked to download the proprietary daemon to use Dropbox on Linux Mint.
Linux Mint 22.1 running Cinnamon Hello, Each time I reboot, a window pops up asking me to install the proprietary daemon. Clicking either OK, or Cancel yealds the same results, it pops up again next time I reboot. Also, the option "Don't show this again" gets ignored. Dropbox is installed OK, and it seems to work fine.…
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Dropbox app crashes my PC since last update on Windows 11 - it reboots the machine immediately
Hello, Today on may 29, while trying to move files from windows 11 desktop to dropbox, dropbox crashed my PC so quickly there wasn't even a BSOD. It happened 3x in a row, after which I used task manager to discern the culprit: Dropbox. Every time it booted and made connection the PC would instantly crash within 30 seconds…
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My sharing is still interrupted, even after permanently deleting Dropbox files.
I have a basic account. I had current usage of 2.52 of 3GB; was told "we've interrupted your sharing activity", which applied to all files. I read the article about why it might be happening. I was urged to upgrade. Instead I permanently deleted several items I had already deleted, in order to "empty my trash". It now…
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I can't generate links because I keep getting a phishing error message.
Hello, Please can I get some help with this persistent problem, it seems like many other users have experienced the same issue. Thank you.
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Getting an error that the desktop app couldn't rename my Dropbox folder - how can I stop this?
Dropbox is trying to install over my existing installation "Couldn't rename Dropbox to make room for your Dropbox folder". I just want to get rid of it but it's only try Again, or Choose another location. I just want to stop the install but cannot figure out how to quit
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I get an error whenever I try to invite a new member to my Dropbox team.
When I try to invite a new member to team I get this message "Something went wrong on our end. Close and try again." I have tried many times and get the same message. I have made sure that I am listed as the Admin and the Dashboard says I have only used 2 of my 5 licenses. Does anyone know what could be going on? Thanks.
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Getting a "couldn't load file" error in the mobile app on iOS
I've consulted the community. I've cleared my cache, signed out and re-logged back in. I deleted the app and re-installed it, signed back in. Cleared cache, restarted iphone and STILL… getting the "couldn't load file error". I have enough space on both phone and account. Need help. What else can I do?
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"We’ve interrupted your sharing activity because you tried to share a file that may contain malware"
I have found malware and removed it, but my account remains interrupted for more than a week. I don't have an e-mail with instructions on how to reset/clear the interuption. Can my account please be evaluated and restored, thank you
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A Dropbox user sent me a shared link, but it gives me an error message.
All I get is a picture of a dog with a bowl and "That Didn't Work for Some Reason". How do I find the reason?!?!
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I'm getting a startup error for the desktop app on my Windows computer.
As the title suggests, upon opening Dropbox, I am prompted with this error: This occurs when Dropbox attempts to register the Windows Cloud Files filter during startup. I've uninstalled Dropbox, checked my firewall, everything. Nothing seems to have fixed it. Upon opening the error message: bn.BUILD_KEY: Dropbox…
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The latest W11 update (2026-05-13 KB5087051) has broken Dropbox and Windows Explorer
Since this update, dropbox triggers a restart crash loop on explorer.exe, presumably because it is trying to load context menu stuff: ``` Faulting application name: Explorer.EXE, version: 10.0.26100.8457, time stamp: 0xf263d9e9 Faulting module name: ntdll.dll, version: 10.0.26100.8328, time stamp: 0x0022b8e0 Exception…
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Dropbox app wants to create new Dropbox folder on desktop every time I sign in
I recently had to change my google password. When I signed back into dropbox, it prompted me to assign a new dropbox folder, and was unable to merge with my existing folder. It now wants to create a new folder location every time I log in. The folders don't sync, and don't seem to talk to one another. How do I restore the…
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"You've hit the limit of invites for today" error on my very first share of the day
I use Dropbox for a single file transfer once per week. On the first attempt for this week I get an error message "You've hit the limit of invites for today. Try again later". Trying again at a later time only provides the same error message. Its kind of annoying that this is happening at all. Is there any quick fix I can…
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Suddenly I can't create or upload files through the Dropbox website
Suddenly, I cannot upload anything to my Dropbox folder (I only use the site, not an app), even basic small text files. All uploads are failing despite plenty of space remaining. Help!
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I moved the Dropbox folder to my D:\ drive, and now I'm getting a startup error.
Hello, after moving my Dropbox folder from C:\ to D:\ on my PC (Windows 10), I got the error message "couldn't start Dropbox" together with the following detailed error message: bn.BUILD_KEY: Dropboxbn.VERSION: 250.4.3245bn.constants.WINDOWS_SHELL_EXT_VERSION: 90bn.is_frozen: Truemachine_id:…
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macOS Sequoia 15.5 - Getting a message that "The application couldn't be found", after an update.
I've been a Dropbox user for many years. Within the last few months, whenever Dropbox automatically updates on my Mac currently running macOS 15.5 I've noted that in Finder I will see a message above files in my Dropbox folder of "The application "Dropbox" could not be found." and nothing will sync, even though Dropbox is…
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I can’t create a new shared link on Dropbox; I get an error.
For some reason now, I’m getting an error message trying to share a file or folder from my Dropbox. I have the Basic account and therefore no support from Dropbox. I have tons of files I need to have access to share or to be able to recover them and move to a friendlier service. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Dropbox MCP server tool schema incompatible with Anthropic/Claude strict tool validation
Hi Dropbox team,I’m using the official Dropbox MCP endpoint with Claude Cowork:https://mcp.dropbox.com/mcpThe OAuth connection works correctly. Claude can authenticate and the WhoAmI/account check succeeds.However, Dropbox file/folder operations fail with this error:API Error: 400{"type": "error","error": {"type":…
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The app seems to be crashing on macOS Tahoe 26.4 (Beta 1)
Application Affected Dropbox Device mac studio Operating System/Browser (if using the web) macOS 26.4 Beta 1 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 241.4.4853 Question or Issue Dropbox is crashing since I installed macOS Tahoe 26.4 (Beta 1) this morning. The errormessage is: DYLD_LIBRARY_PATH: Nonecwd: '/' real_path='/'…