Purpose and practical fit
What Dropbox helps you do
Dropbox is a cloud storage and file synchronization service that lets users securely save, backup, access, and share their photos, documents, and videos across multiple devices.
The reviewed sources confirm these capabilities: store files and folders, sync across devices and share files and links. The current record covers Android, iOS, iPadOS, Windows, macOS, Linux and Web and keeps account, plan, availability and support conditions separate so they are easier to check.
Capabilities confirmed in the reviewed sources
- Store files and folders
- Sync across devices
- Share files and links
- Scan documents to PDF
- Backup photos and videos
- Preview over 175 file types
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What to confirm before you install
Decide whether you need offline access, cross-device sync, export or collaboration because these features may require different accounts or plans. For Dropbox, the reviewed sources add this condition: App availability may be restricted based on age requirements from app stores and local laws. Open the current store listing on your own device and account before relying on access.
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Official-source snapshot
Platform, account and plan facts
PublisherDropbox, Inc.
Confirmed platformsAndroid, iOS, iPadOS, Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Plan and purchase notesOffers a free Basic plan and paid Plus, Professional, and team plans with in-app purchases renewing automatically unless canceled.
Account requirementRequires a free or paid Dropbox account.
Offline useFiles and folders can be made available for offline access and will sync changes when back online.
Availability conditionsApp availability may be restricted based on age requirements from app stores and local laws.
Limits and uncertainty
Known conditions and sensible checks
- Basic free plan limited to 2 GB storage and maximum of three linked devices
- Max file upload size is 2 TB via desktop/mobile app and 350 GB via web browser
Features and access can change after the source date. If something fails, identify whether the problem concerns installation, the app account, a subscription or the service itself before changing device settings.
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