Error Messages
Discussion List
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Error that my sharing activity has been interrupted because files might contain phishing content.
Device Dell Zbook Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Windows 11 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 238.4.6305 Syncing Status Up to date" Question or Issue I was unable to copy sharing link to one of my colleague, of the folder which is already shared and being used in multiple of my devices and shared persons'…
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"This file does not have an app associated with it for performing this action."
Dropbox Desktop App installs fine on my Win 11 PC. Unfortunately, I'm unable to sign in to it. The error message reads: "This file does not have an app associated with it for performing this action. Please install an app or, if one is already installed, create an association in the Default Apps Settings page" and the…
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I get an error that my folder needs to be downloaded before deleting it from the desktop app
Device M1 iMac Operating System/Browser (if using the web) MacOS Tahoe Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 238.4.6305 Question or Issue I attempted to copy the contents of my local Dropbox folder and paste them into another folder. My Dropbox folder remains intact. The files in the folder are available off line and…
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How can I upload files to my client's folder, without paying for extra space?
Hello, I have a basic dropbox account that I never use. However I have a client that made a folder for me to download files. However I am trying to upload folders to his account/folder and it won't let me because it says I don't have enough space. How can I get around this as I don't want to pay for an account as I never…
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Getting a "file type not supported" error when trying to upload .SLDPT files
I don't need to view these files within dropbox, but would like to upload and download .SLDPT file types through dropbox. Is this possible? Whenever we try to upload, it says "file type not supported." Is there a workaround? Thanks.
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I get a "Sign-in failed" error when I try to log in on the mobile app on Android
Hi there, I've been having issues login in on my mobile phone the past few days. Used dropbox on this device for years, but suddenly can't log in anymore. Initially the error was "invalid code" every time I entered a code I had just received via text message. So I opened dropbox on my desktop and switched off 2 factor…
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I can’t delete my locked Dropbox team and get back to my Plus plan with 2TB storage
Dropbox Plan: originally Plus, accidentally signed up for Teams (want to cancel Teams) Payment Method Card How did you upgrade? Dropbox website Question or Issue I accidently signed up for the Teams free trial when I was trying to add a password to a folder on my personal Plus account. The trial has expired and my account…
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I can't login to Dropbox at all on my paid account
Device: Lenovo T16 Operating System/Browser: Windows - All browsers: Chrome, Edge and Firefox Dropbox Plan: Plus Question or Issue When I enter my .edu email and password (which are correct) the screen just simply doesn't move. Initially I was getting an email to enter a 6 digit verification code but there was nowhere on…
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My desktop app can't sync after going from a team account to a personal one
Application Affected (Can't Sync Dropbox Account) Device (HP Computer) Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (Windows 11) Dropbox App Version (if using the app) (545.2.2 - found in app settings or About section) Question or Issue Hello, I recently changed my business teams Dropbox account to a personal account. Since…
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Browser gives "Previous sign in interrupted" error when trying to sign in to desktop app
I made an account yesterday (with the basic free account) and downloaded the desktop app. One problem is that no icon appears on my desktop. If I need to open the app, I have to press the Windows key and type the name in. The major problem is that I can't sign into the desktop app. It would open my default browser (Edge)…
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".dropbox" file shows "NSFileProviderErrorDomain error -2005" on Mac. Should I keep it?
I've read that I should keep the ".dropbox" file. It shows up on two of my mac computers with a sync error status of "The operation couldn't be completed. (NSFileProviderErrorDomain error -2005)". I'd like to understand what is going on here and what I can do to relieve my account of its errors. Any information is…
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My mobile app shows that I have a Plus plan with 2GB instead of 2TB of space
hello, signed up to Dropbox plus on my iPhone a few hours ago and I got a popup saying my storage is full but the limit should be 2Tb and not 2gb, screenshot is attached below thanks
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"Error-Couldn't copy the link, but we think it was a fluke. Try copying again" error message
I'm getting an 'Error - Couldn't copy the link, but we think it was a fluke. Try copying again' error message
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Can't share files as I'm getting an error that my sharing activity was interrupted
I can't share files anymore with my account that I've had for more than 12 years and now keep getting the following message: "Couldn’t complete share We’ve interrupted your sharing activity. For details or to contact support, read our help center article." There is no other explanation given. Can you help me with this?
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Dropbox crashing/failing to launch on macOS without prior updates or changes
Application Affected - Dropbox app on MacBook Device - MacBook Dropbox App Version (if using the app) - can't open the app to see, but have tried to reinstall Question or Issue Hello! I'm hoping someone can help me. A couple of days ago I started getting an error message that the Dropbox app on my MacBook couldn't open. I…
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Syncing to Windows desktop computer recently stopped, but I can't update the Dropbox app
Syncing with my Windows desktop computer has recently stopped. This function has worked very well ever since I've been a Dropbox user, until now. I also received a message that my version of Dropbox was out of date and should be updated. I selected "Update" and downloaded dropboxinstaller. exe. When I opened the installer,…
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"Unable to upgrade. It looks like you're paying for another Dropbox account with this Apple ID."
Recently switched to Plus Annual, but something messed up, and now I am back on Basic, but with Annual fee gone. I was on Plus, paying monthly. Switched to Annual, but now get the Unable to upgrade message. I never logged into the Dropbox with another account. Paid via apple store. Billing Management page is empty now. I…
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Cannot open a shared folder despite having plenty of space available
I currently have the basic plan. I invited someone to join so I have 3 GB allotted to me. I am currently only using 1.12 GB. This shows in my profile. A friend sent me an important file today, and I am unable to open it. I get an error that says I am out of space and I need to upgrade for $11.99 a month. I saw another post…
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Error 500 finishing huge file upload (300GiB+)
Hello, When a huge file (300GiB+) is uploaded using the upload_session API an "Error 500 Internal Server Error" is received when the last part is uploaded (/upload_session/append with close set). I retry the request but an Error 500 raises again and again. Sometimes, after more than 1 hour retrying the file uploads…
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The Dropbox app throws a startup error on MacOS 13.7.1.
After about 15 years using Dropbox on my iMac (now with OS Ventura 13.7.1), for the first time it is giving me an error message right after it starts up. It immediately closes after an error. Tried rebooting the iMac multiple times already, and did a reinstall downloading the lastest version from Dropbox website, nothing…
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Moving the Dropbox folder on Linux Mint 22.2 using the Dropbox desktop app won't work
I've gone over to Linux Mint 22.2, have dropbox installed. I want to move it to my data drive...no problem. I made the move using the dropbox app, pointing it to my data drive. It did the sync fine, moved the files over, and all is good. Restart. Upon restart, I get this error message, and can't do anything about it. If I…
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Startup error on the Dropbox desktop app
I've been using Dropbox successfully for 10+ years. Last week I started getting an error message - see below. I double checked to see if documents created on my computer are syncing to Dropbox online and my phone. They are not. I have reviewed the help desk article and added dropbox.exe to my ESET virus protection…
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I get a "Dropbox not granted permission to install launcher shortcut" error on Android 16.
Application Affected Dropbox Device Pixel 10 pro xl Operating System/Browser (if using the web) 16 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) version 452.2.2 Question or Issue When I try to create a shortcut on android I get this error message "Dropbox not granted permission to install launcher shortcut".
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I upgraded from a trial to Plus via the site, but I'm getting a payment error and I still have 2GB
Dropbox Plan Plus Payment Method iDeal How did you upgrade? Directly through the Dropbox website Question or Issue I upgraded from Free Trial to the Plus plan, via the webbrowser (firefox) on Macbook, and everything went fine until after payment via iDeal, returning to the Dropbox site it showed an error simply stating…
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I'm using the website to upload content. How can I know if it was uploaded successfully?
WHEN I'VE UPLOADED FOLDERS BEFORE TODAY, I GET A POP UP BOX THAT SHOWS IF ANY FILES WERE SKIPPED OR SOMETHING ... TODAY I LEFT IT RUNNING WHILE I WAS OUT CUZ IT WAS TAKING A LONG TIME TO UPLOAD & WHEN I GOT HOME THERE WAS NO POP UP BOX ... HOW DO I FIND OUT IF THERE WAS AN ISSUE OR IF ALL THE FILES IN THE FOLDER UPLOADED…
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Dropbox says I'm out of space, but my plan has been successfully upgraded to Plus
I've been using the dropbox basic plan for years, but decided to upgrade to the Plus plan. I got an error when trying to upgrade, but it shows my account plan as Plus. It's saying that I'm out of storage at 12 GB. I can't go in and reupgrade right now, as it shows my plan already at Plus. Help!
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I've renamed my file, but the desktop app still says it can't sync it, even though it has.
Application Affected Dropbox Desktop Windows 10 Device Windows 10 on Xeon E5 Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Windows 10.0.18363.1256 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 237.4.5655 Question or Issue Dropbox for Windows has this weird habit of declaring some files unsyncable. Despite them being valid Windows…
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My Mac desktop app is waiting to be linked to a Dropbox account upon startup.
Application Affected Dropbox startup Device Mac Operating System/Browser (if using the web) macOS 26.1 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 238.3.5885 Question or Issue When I start my Mac Dropbox it needs 20 tries to connect to my account. waiting to be link to a dropbox account...ERROR... waiting to be link to a…
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The Dropbox desktop app won't start or sync on Windows 11
Application Affected Dropbox Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Windows 11 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) App won't launch but i have installed the latest version Question or Issue I noticed that Dropbox was no longer syncing my photos and files from my PC. Saw that the System Tray icon was gray and when I…
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My Windows 11 desktop app is crashing after renaming files I've synced from the mobile app.
Application Affected Dropbox desktop Client Device PC Operating System Windows 11 Dropbox App Version 237.4.5655 Question or Issue App crash during sync. Step by step to recreate the crash * Upload a file via cellphone app (Android) * File is downloaded/synced correct to Dropbox folder in Windows. * Rename the file in the…