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JesseMay
Explorer | Level 4
4 years ago
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Inaccurate storage used on website

I recently removed all files/folders from Dropbox. My account says I have used 6.62GB out of 12.5GB, when it should be 0. I then tried to upload a Word doc and it said I couldn't because I was out of space. I checked the All Files folder and there are none remaining. How do I get my account to reset?

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  • JesseMay's avatar
    JesseMay
    Explorer | Level 4
    4 years ago

    Where in my account do I find the history of earning additional space throughout the years?

  • Rich's avatar
    Rich
    Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II
    4 years ago

    JesseMay wrote:

    I recently removed all files/folders from Dropbox. My account says I have used 6.62GB out of 12.5GB, when it should be 0.


    Check your Backups page. If you have no backups saved, wait a few hours and your space usage will likely be updated.

  • Zarcom's avatar
    Zarcom
    Explorer | Level 4
    4 years ago

    I have just deleted most of my content however it shows I am still over my limit. Am I missing something?

  • Rich's avatar
    Rich
    Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II
    4 years ago

    Zarcom wrote:

    I have just deleted most of my content however it shows I am still over my limit. Am I missing something?


    Check your Backups page. If you have no backups saved, wait a few hours and your space usage will likely be updated.

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