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noob1
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2 years ago
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Leaving a shared folder

I'm trying to remove my personal dropbox account from a shared work folder.  When I follow the steps below, it deletes the folder for all users.  (I double checked using my work dropbox).  We are not...
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  • Здравко's avatar
    Здравко
    2 years ago

    Hi noob1,

    Using Delete is never a good idea! Most probably instead of deleting your shared folder you have deleted some subfolder into the shared folder. That's why that subfolder disappear for all.

    Another, more stable way, is to follow here. Find out there the shared folder you want to leave. Select the ellipsis on the right. Select "Remove from Dropbox" from the popup menu. 😉

    Hope this helps.

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Jay
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2 years ago

Hi noob1, thanks for messaging the Community!

 

Could you clarify if the steps you provided aren't working for you? Which step isn't appearing?

 

This will help me to assist further!

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