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CipE
New member | Level 2
1 month ago
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How do I quit the Dropbox app?

Issue: What happened to the button that allowed us to quit Dropbox?  The button was definitely there in Dec 2025, but now it's gone. I need it because I'm working with large files that can only reliably sync over my work/home wifi network.

Device: Desktop & Laptop
Operating System: Windows 10/11
Dropbox App Version/Browser Version: Latest as of 9 January 2026

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  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
    1 month ago

    Hi there, CipE, welcome to our Community!

    Let's see what we can find about this together.

    Have you tried following these steps specifically in order to quit the desktop app? If this is what you're doing but the option is missing, would you mind sending me a screenshot of the options you see there? 

    Keep in mind that you can always pause the syncing process, and resume when you're ready to sync your files.

    I'll be waiting for your updates! 

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  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
    Icon for Dropbox Community Moderator rankDropbox Community Moderator
    1 month ago

    Hi there, CipE, welcome to our Community!

    Let's see what we can find about this together.

    Have you tried following these steps specifically in order to quit the desktop app? If this is what you're doing but the option is missing, would you mind sending me a screenshot of the options you see there? 

    Keep in mind that you can always pause the syncing process, and resume when you're ready to sync your files.

    I'll be waiting for your updates! 

  • CipE's avatar
    CipE
    New member | Level 2
    1 month ago

    Yes, I see the Quit button after clicking my avatar in the bottom-left corner! 😅

    Thank you very much Megan​ for your kind directions!

  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
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    1 month ago

    Hi CipE!

    Happy to see that your issue is now resolved! 😇

    If you need something else, please let me know and I will be more than happy to help every step of the way. 

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