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tanin
Explorer | Level 4
2 years ago
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Can't delete files from an unlinked PC for Dropbox Backup

Hello,   I have a backup of a PC I don't have access to anymore. When I try to delete files from it, I get a message saying that I have to unlink it under Setting -> Security.   I went to the...
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  • Jay's avatar
    Jay
    2 years ago

    Thanks for the update. It isn't possible to delete, add or edit specific files from the backup, since this is a one way sync from a computer to the site. 

     

    The only option you'll have is to delete the entire backup to free up the quota from your account.

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Jay
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2 years ago

Hi tanin, thanks for bringing this to our attention.

 

What options do you get when you click on the backup or ellipsis next to the backup on the site?

 

This will help me to assist further!

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