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dkapler
New member | Level 2
2 years ago

Dropbox is full with a Backup, can I delete that?

I am on the free version and get messages that my Dropbox is full.  I have deleted a lot of files but still get the message.  I notice a lot of my used space are backup.  What happens if I delete bac...
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Jay
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2 years ago

Hi dkapler, thanks for contacting us!

 

As you have a backup, it can be viewed on this page, and if needed you can delete the backup using these steps.

 

If you need any further assistance, please let me know!

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dkapler
New member | Level 2
2 years ago

Jay, If I delete backup, do I lose the files from DropboX?  They would then only exist on my PC.

 

Dave

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    Jay
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    2 years ago

    The Dropbox Backup is generally files from your Desktop, Documents and Downloads folder (depending on what was selected). When you delete the backup, you get the option to 'Keep content in folders on this PC/Mac', which will restore the folders back to their original locations, and no data should be lost.

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    dkapler
    New member | Level 2
    2 years ago

    Can I free up Dropbox space by deleting individual files in Dropbox?

     

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      Jay
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      2 years ago

      Yes, you can delete files from your Dropbox folder or from the site. 

       

      You won't be able to delete from the Dropbox Backup on the site, only from normal files syncing to your account.

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