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autosciz
New member | Level 2
2 years ago
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Not getting notifications on Android when a file is uploaded.

I'm using the free version of dropbox. I have the desktop app and android apps downloaded. I have a .txt file in a dropbox folder I created. I shared the folder and I'm following that folder. Per...
Android
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  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
    2 years ago

    Hey autosciz, this doesn't seem possible, since the mobile app can only receive notifications in regards to your quota, security codes for the account and files/folders being shared with you. 

     

    They don't include content that was simply added to your account. However, your comments on this have been quite helpful, and I will do everything I can to ensure that your voice is heard.

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autosciz
New member | Level 2
2 years ago

If I login to the android app under a different account, will I then get a push notification?

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Megan
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2 years ago

Hey autosciz, this doesn't seem possible, since the mobile app can only receive notifications in regards to your quota, security codes for the account and files/folders being shared with you. 

 

They don't include content that was simply added to your account. However, your comments on this have been quite helpful, and I will do everything I can to ensure that your voice is heard.

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