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SandeepCNT
2 years agoExplorer | Level 3
Need Assistance with Enabling Permanent File Deletion in Scoped Dropbox App
Hello, I hope you're all well. I'm encountering an issue while working with the Dropbox API, specifically regarding permanent file deletion, and I'm seeking your assistance. I've created a scoped a...
Greg-DB
Dropbox Staff
2 years agoSandeepCNT Здравко is correct; the files.permanent_delete scope can only be used by team-linked apps, and so can only be authorized by team admins. If you try to authorize any team scopes while signed in to a non-team account, you'll be prompted to sign in to a teams account instead. If you have a teams account, make sure you're signed in to that when attempting to authorize this. Otherwise, this functionality won't be available.
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