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Is it possible to permanently delete multiple files/folders?
Is there presently a way to permanently delete a whole lot of files & folders at once? I have seen instructions that refer to clicking a trash can in order to do so; but I don't see a trash can. I can see a way to delete files one at a time, but I have hundreds to permanently delete. Thank you.
If I move (cut & paste) files to another folder outside Dropbox, rather than "delete" them, would that be any different, in regard to someone being able to restore them?
- No, it wouldn't be any different. No one but you can restore files in your account. If that's your concern, I think you're worrying over nothing.
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- Daphne
Dropbox Community Moderator
Hey there dawnbowles,
Can you let us know a little more info on exactly what you're trying to achieve and where you're running into an issue? Are you trying to delete files from your account, or permanently delete multiple files at a time? If you can provide a little more detail on your issue, I'd be more than happy to help!
Keep me posted - thanks!
If you're still trying to permanently delete multiple files from the Deleted Files page, you can click on one item and hold shift while clicking towards the end of the list. Then select "Permanently Delete." We should really have a "Select All" button, I have thousands to delete...
- It's October 2020 and Dropbox has failed to provide a select all button .
Your strategy is unsustainable and makes no sense. I've cancelled my subscription and moved to one of your rivals. I can't seem to delete files in the app ...
