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Do I need an internet connection to use Dropbox?
Hi I new to Dropbox do I need internet connection to use Dropbox?
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Folder shortcuts to other Dropbox locations inside of share folders
I would like to create a public share folder called something like "Company Information" Then I would like to create individual folders that will be perpetually able to be downloaded by a customer using a QR code or link with their information in it. I would like a way to link the public share folder inside of the…
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I don't want to login/signup/copy to or copy link.
I'm using a personal setup with a Plus account, not planning to upgrade further. So within the Plus Account... I set this up to let a group of people view pdf's, photos, mp4s. NOT to link to them; they can share my link to the folders. I'm giving out a VIEW link and it allows downloads which is exactly what I want. I do…
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How can I remove viewed links on Dropbox?
how to remove viewed links on dropbox
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How do you delete your viewed links folder?
How do you delete your viewed links folder? There are no elipse dots and no need to keep the history. Shouldn’t there be a option to keep history or not?
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Why is Dropbox suddenly blocking file sharing?
Device X230 Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Win10 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) Latest Syncing Status Up to date Question or Issue I know many people have had this issue with file sharing being blocked. I understand there are some workarounds. Last night I sent off my Christmas message video.. and the…
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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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I shared 1 file and my sharing activity was paused
So I upload a file to share with a person. I upload it and then share the file with them. I find out I get a file saying first. ========= Security Check It seems like you were banned by our system. To unban yourself, click on the button below. ========= Then I click on the button and then get. =========== Unable to unban…
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Unable to share a file publicly
Question or Issue Unable to share a file publicly.
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Can I reactivate an expired Transfer?
I need to reactivate a transfer that expired 2 days ago for a client but the button is grayed out. I have the Dropbox Plus trial currently.
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How can I remove the 'edit document' permission from a shared document?
I just shared a document with Y. I didn't want them to be able to edit it, but I don't see where I should have set that up before I sent it to them. Now that it's been sent to Y, can I still make that change? thanks in advance for the help
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Why was my sharing paused?
Dropbox Plan - Basic/Free Device - Mac Studio Operating System/Browser (if using the web). - Mac OS 15.7.2 / Safari Question or Issue I've been using Dropbox for 10 yrs or more and never ran into this problem. I need to share a folder of images and I'm getting this message "We’ve interrupted your sharing activity. For…
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I shared a folder with someone but they cannot access the contents
Device HP laptop Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (Windows 11) I just posted this but it's not showing up. I shared a parent folder with my VA for photos with 7 child folders inside it. She couldn't access that folder. So I shared one child folder with her and she can open that one, but doesn't see all the…
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Users downloading a file from a dl=0&raw=1 shared link get a 0 bytes download
Question or issue I’m trying to share .pdf files with my clients by redirecting (302) them to shared link with dl=0&raw=1 query params in link to force browser open it in browser. By the way, almost every russian client get file download, but receiving 0 bytes, error to download and somehow file name is file.pdf in…
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My files aren't being received by others.
I've been sending files for quite some time to different email addresses. Recently, my clients are not getting the shared files. It says in Dropbox that it's sent, even if I send it multiple times it says it's sent. I tried to send to myself as well and am not receiving the files, though I did receive a reminder email. I…
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My sharing was paused - how can I re-enable it?
I have no malicous files i need to send zips for my teacher
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My sharing activity has been paused - how can I resume it?
Since yesterday I have been getting the message "We’ve interrupted your sharing activity. For details or to contact support read our help center article" when trying to share any folder from my dropbox account. I tried using two different browsers and I still get this message. None of the reasons described in the…
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Is it possible to share files or directories in Ukraine?
Russia has shut off virtually all social networking applications in Ukraine. If I share a directory with my fiance through Dropbox will she be able to see it? When she gets an email will there be a link inside it to the Dropbox entry? Has anyone sent files or folders to someone in Ukraine?
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Why can't I share files and folders?
Question or Issue Why can't I share files and folders?
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Can people see a group's name when opening my shared link, and not my real name?
These are critical pre-sale questions. Dropbox Plan: Free, but buying Plus as soon as I have answers to my questions. Payment Method: Will be card. How did you upgrade?: Will be directly through the Dropbox website) Currently on free plan. Want to up upgrade to Plus for a month, then plan to switch to Yearly if this works…
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My client has edit permissions on a shared folder and just got a "no access" error
The client just uploaded information 6 days ago with no problems. However today received the no access warning. What has changed.
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"You don't have access" error on shared link I created to a shared folder years ago
For the company I work for, I created a shared DropBox folder back in 2013. I setup a Bitly shortened link for it so that anyone with this link can download and copy from our DropBox. They can not edit or upload. I will not post post the link here. Today I clicked the Bitly link and got a DropBox error page. I logged into…
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My shared links won't copy to my clipboard on the web browser.
Device (Macbook Pro 2021) Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (macOS 15.7.2 / Safari 18.6) Question or Issue Using Safari web browser on my Macbook, when creating a share link to a file or folder, even though it says the link has copied, it will not paste into an email or anything else. I've even tried to opening…
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There is no option to share a folder with someone
Question or Issue I want to share a folder with someone (not on the same network , via email) and give them editing rights - as we have done for many years - but there is no 'Share' option in the menu. Please advise
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How To Check If Your Space Is Being Used By A Shared Folder and How To Leave A Shared Folder
Shared folders are one of the easiest ways to collaborate with others while using Dropbox. Having a shared space makes everything simpler when you’re working on a project, sharing family photos or keeping your teams files all organised. But you might be wondering: * Does this shared folder take up space in my Dropbox…
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Smaller Pop Ups on Smaller Screens
I regularly share folders with clients and people I'm collaborating with. Especially folks within corporate organizations usually have now dropbox account and are working on smaller screens or laptops. Opening a dropbox link on that confronts you with at least 3 pop ups or bars for logging in, which all stand in the way of…
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I'm getting an error that my sharing activity has been interrupted due to a phishing attempt.
Question or Issue Hi, I'm having an issue with sharing files, could someone assist please? It's not got any malware on the file that I'm trying to share, and it's only started happening since I had an upgrade on my computer. Thank you.
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Cannot remove sharing restriction from my Dropbox account.
I have received an email for the third time saying I have been banned from sharing for exceeding bandwidth limit. I had no idea such a restriction existed. I have a basic Dropbox account, but have built up a capacity of 13.2Gb owing to hardward deals I have bought in the past that has increased my allowance. I have used…
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A new folder I created says it doesn't have an owner when I try to share it
Dropbox Plan Plus Are you a Team Member or Admin? No. I own the account. There is no Admin, and there are no Team Members Do you have access to the email linked to the account? Yes Are there any devices connected to your Dropbox account? Not that I'm aware of. Question or Issue I created a new folder. It is not within…