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I see a "connection with the server could not be established" error while updating my desktop app.
Application Affected Official Dropbox Application Device (PC and macbook) Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (Windows 10 and macOS 14) Dropbox App Version (if using the app) (223.4.4909) Dropbox just stop working and syncing on all my devices: PC, notebook, macbook. It tells I have to update. But when I run an…
Error when trying to download the Dropbox desktop app
I am having the same issue with downloading desktop app. I had it on my laptop and it stopped syncing. So I uninstalled the app but now can't get it back. I did the system scan, used various private browsers, cleared cache, restarted, and tried downloading the Dropbox219.4.4463. But still couldn't get it to work. Please…
I'm trying to save PDF files to my desktop app, but I get an error that they'll get removed instead.
Device (Dell XPS 15) Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (Windows 11) Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 232.4.5926 Syncing Status - Up to Date Question or Issue When saving a pdf to my dropbox folder I receive a message asking me to confirm removal of the document that I want to save? Again - this happens when…
Can't start the Dropbox desktop app. I'm getting a permission error.
bn.BUILD_KEY: Dropbox bn.VERSION: 232.4.5988 bn.constants.WINDOWS_SHELL_EXT_VERSION: 86 bn.is_frozen: True machine_id: f03ac1fc-b2fe-4ff2-b41c-930d88260d2a pid: 25292 cwd: 'C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client' real_path='C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client' mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0 parent mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0…
Error 500 when trying to delete account
Hi, I got Error 500 when trying to delete my account. I tried with firefox, edge, chrome. Same error every time. Can you help ? Best regard, B
I can't access the "manage files" section to delete files and free up storage space.
Question or Issue I received a notification that I'm over my free storage limit but when I click on 'manage files' the screen returns to the storage notification after a few seconds so I cannot delete any files. I'm stuck in a loop! I can't even see my files but I suspect a friend has uploaded a large file into a folder…
I'm trying to link my desktop app, but I get an error there are too many devices connected.
I got a new laptop and I'm trying to link this device to my work email dropbox but it won't link even after unlinking them on my account. it keeps saying that device limit has been reached but I've logged it off on my PC. I even removed all device on the security section. now I'm not sure why it's not logging in.
The Dropbox desktop app gives me a startup error on my Windows computer
Please help me with the app for my PC I've been trying to intsall the app but it won't start. I already used revo uninstaller to delete all the files and deleted them manually but it didn't help. It installs but it won't open. I've tried several times and changed the account. Nothing helps. Can someone please help me?…
DropboxInfiniteProxyHelper quit unexpectedly. How can I resolve this?
Starting Dropbox (which happens automatically when I logon gives the error DropboxInfiniteProxyHelper quit unexpectedly. This seems to be due to an invalid code signature. See the trace below. Mac Os X 11.6.7 Dropbox 231.4.5770 I tried re-downloading and restarting Dropbox, but with the same results. Process:…
Can't get Oauth to work... please help
Question or Issue I'm a little frustrated with the poor examples of dropbox... :-( I'm trying to start with Oauth, I'm trying to build a c# console app that will run for hours, since the tokens expire fast, I tried to get oauth integrated, but at step 1 it dies.. my code starts as follows: const string AppKey = "XXXXXXX";…
I get a 404 error message when using the downloader application.
This morning, I am suddenly getting Error (404) on every one of my files using the downloader application. This is only when accessing my files. Other sites are not an issue. App cache cleared, device restarted. No change. Thank you
Dropbox and VPN connection in China.
I was in China and then my Dropbox suddenly malfunctioned. Basically the Dropbox for Windows 11 app doesn't load. I thought it was just my computer or Dropbox being wonky, so after many tries to restart Dropbox, I uninstalled Dropbox and then redownloaded and installed it again. Same issues all over again. And then finally…
My sharing activity has been interrupted due to potential phishing content.
Device ThinkPad X13 Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Windows 11 Business Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 232.3. 5889 Syncing Status "Up to date" Question or Issue I created a new folder in my DropBox and moved some files to it. I then tried sharing it with a colleague but got the message that sharing was…
Do I have to reinstall Dropbox every time I do a software update on my Linux Fedora 42?
I'm running Dropbox on Fedora 42 (Linux). Each time I do a software update for the computer, this warning shows when I log in: Do I really have to reinstall Dropbox each time? This is confusing.
My sharing recipient is getting an error saying the zip file is invalid.
I've used the desktop app dozens of times to transfer or share documents, but suddenly, my recipient is getting an error message that says the zip file is invalid. The folder I'm trying to share is the one at top. As you can see, the blue icon looks different than the others, but I'm not sure why or what it means. Thanks…
Dropbox 503 service unavailable error.
I am encountering a 503 Service Unavailable error when trying to fetch files from Dropbox shared links programmatically using the fetch() API in my web application. The same link works fine in a browser, but fails when accessed through code. I have already converted the link to use dl=1 for direct downloads. This error…
"The server responded with 503 Service" error for shared links.
Question or Issue Hello everyone, I use Dropbox to upload files to different services via HTTP requests. Before that, everything was fine and worked. But, a couple of days ago, I started getting an error from the service "An error occurred downloading file https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/scl/fi/.../....mp4. The server…
Persisting "We've interrupted your sharing activity" error.
Hello, When I try to share any file I get an error "We've interrupted your sharing activity. For details or to contact support read our help center article". I read the article and I can't find any files that could violate the terms. I don't understand what is the reason for the blocking. It is impossible to contact…
Can't Copy from Dropbox to Google Drive
I'm trying to copy some photos and an InDesign file from a Dropbox folder to a Google Drive folder and am getting an error that says "this file has properties that can't be copied to the new location" and asks me if I'd like to remove those properties and continue or cancel the copy action. I've found quite a few answers…
Error 500 in Firefox and Chrome when accessing the website.
EDIT: Resolved as of 9:39am EST Application Affected Dropbox account online Device Mac Mini M4 Operating System/Browser (if using the web) OS Sequoia 15.5 Question or Issue: When trying to access my Dropbox account in the latest versions of Chrome and Firefox, it times out while loading and gives me the Error 500 message.…
"Something went wrong with your team join request. Redirecting..."
Hi! I registered in Dropbox with my corporate account using my company’s domain name. I received an email invitation from colleagues to join the company team. However, when I try to join, I see an error message and cannot proceed. Why is this happening and what should I do? My plan is still free, and I cannot upload files…
"We’ve interrupted your sharing activity" error when trying to share files
Hi, I am getting the following error after clicking the sharing button I have no idea what happened to it as it has been a long time since I last logged in to Dropbox Couldn’t complete share We’ve interrupted your sharing activity. For details or to contact support, read our how can i resolve this issue? Thanks Device HP…
I see a "This message cannot be found" error when trying to access my post.
Device (Macbook PRO M4) Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (Sequoia 15.2) Question or Issue Hi. Dear Dropbox support team. I posted this message 4 hours ago in search for a help but a post was deleted for no reason. Why? My problem is - I registered in Dropbox with my corporate account using my company’s domain…
I keep receiving errors after reinstalling the Dropbox app on my PC.
Integration Affected: N/A Device: N/A Operating System/Browser (if using the web): N/A Dropbox App Version (if using the app): N/A Question or Issue I uninstalled because of space issues and used chat GPT to clear out lingering dropbox files because it was all saved to my PC. i went to reinstall and now i get installation…
Can't share files. "We’ve interrupted your sharing activity" error.
I work for a company that provides healthcare courses (the photos in the presentations may be the issue) but we rely on sending dropbox links to delegates on our courses and I keep getting the following: Can’t share file. "We’ve interrupted your sharing activity" error. For some reason can't share my files anymore —…
Getting an error when trying to create links or manage permissions for my files
Dropbox Plan Family Are you a Team Member or Admin? Admin Do you have access to the email linked to the account? Yes Are there any devices connected to your Dropbox account? Phone Question or Issue Can't share a link or manage permissions in Dropbox as an administrator yet other team members can.
Dropbox Access Tokens - How do they work?
I'm currently using Dropbox Access Tokens which expire pretty quickly. I'm wanting to know when I publish my app, which downloads files from Dropbox, how I get a fully working Access Token that won't expire within a few hours. Do I need a membership of some sort for this to happen? I can't be updating access tokens at all…
Error 0x8007016A: The cloud file provider is not running.
Here’s the full text from the error window in your screenshot: ⚠️ Interrupted Action An unexpected error is keeping you from copying the file. If you continue to receive this error, you can use the error code to search for help with this problem. Error 0x8007016A: The cloud file provider is not running. File: * Name:…
Couldn't start Dropbox due to a permission error. What can I do?
My Win 11 Dropbox client suddenly stopped working and I'm now receiving a permission error. I attempted a re-installation but still get the exact same error. Any suggestions on how this can be fixed? The error log is below: bn.BUILD_KEY: Dropbox bn.VERSION: 230.4.8797 bn.constants.WINDOWS_SHELL_EXT_VERSION: 84…
Can't share files because I exceeded my account's bandwidth limits
Dropbox App Version 438.2.2 Question or Issue The user's account has been banned due to exceeding bandwidth/traffic limits, and they are unable to unban their account through the provided link. When attempting to use the unban feature, they receive an error message stating it's unavailable. Additionally, they are unable to…

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