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How do I delete Dropbox files and not have those files deleted from my computer?
I want to downgrade my account to the free version. How do I delete dropbox files and not have those files deleted from my computer. I have a lot of photos and don't want to lose them on my PC. I...
Megan
Dropbox Community Moderator
Dropbox Community ModeratorHey JanTuinstra, welcome to our Community!
Please be aware that if your account is ever downgraded, Dropbox will not delete any of your files. If your Dropbox folder becomes over quota all that should happen is that syncing stops. Dropbox will only sync until you hit your quota, so if you are over quota all that should happen is that Dropbox will not sync any new files.
Now, as for deleting content: in order to delete files, and not have the changes synced to your device, you'd need to either uninstall the Dropbox app from your computer, or use selective sync, in order to locally remove the folder you plan on removing files from.
You also mentioned online-only files. In this case, if you wish to make them available offline, you'd need to right click on them and change their status.
If you have any questions, let me know!
