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Walt347
New member | Level 2
2 years ago
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How to change my allowed devices for my account?

The desktop computer I used to set up my Dropbox account became corrupted, and I have replaced it with a new laptop.  When I originally set up Dropbox on my old desktop, I added 2 other devises to have access to my files; My work laptop and my iPhone.

 

Now that I have replaced my desktop PC with the new Laptop, how do I change my account to make my new laptop my controlling devise and still have my work laptop and iPhone have access to my files.  I know I am limited to just 3 devises.

 

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  • Walt347's avatar
    Walt347
    New member | Level 2
    2 years ago

    Thanks Mark!  done.  Now how do I add my new Laptop to be a Dropbox allowed devise, replacing my old desktop that I just removed?

  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
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    2 years ago

    Hi Walt347, happy Monday! 

     

    All you'd have to do would be to download & install the app on the needed device, and that should do the trick. 

     

    If you have any questions, don't hesitate to let us know! 

  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
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    2 years ago

    Any time Walt347!

     

    Have a great week ahead! 😎

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