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SteveKJ
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

How can I backup my computer with Dropbox instead of iCloud?

Hi   I have just purchased DROPBOX PLUS with the intention of backing up my MAC but when I go through the set up I get a message saying that I should "stop iCloud back up first" but when I look a...
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SteveKJ
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

Thanks for your reply Jay,

How do I stop backing up these folders in iCloud and start using Dropbox as it says if I turn off iCloud back up I will loose the files so I cannot proceed. This is advertised as being easy but I cannot understand how to do this. Is there a guide or video?

Thanks

Steve

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Jay
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2 years ago

As this is related to iCloud, this article from Apple might help you out.

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