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How safe is Dropbox? Can they access user information?
I was going to start using Dropbox, but before creating an account, I came across the Privacy & Security concerns section on https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dropbox.
And the link https://en.wikipedia...
A common misconception is that Dropbox has ownership of user data. In reality, users retain ownership of their files, but by using Dropbox, they grant the company permission to store and transmit those files as part of its service. While Dropbox doesn’t claim ownership, its terms do include clauses that allow sharing information as needed to comply with laws, manage services, or for protection against security risks.
I’ve been wondering the same thing! I’ve been considering using Dropbox for file storage but came across similar concerns about privacy and data access. Would love to hear from anyone who’s looked into how safe it really is in 2024.
because i have placed my website [link removed] backup in it so is it a risk? to place such important files in dropbox?
Mark
Super User II
Super User IITo be honest, unless you are yourself manually encrypting all data, nearly every cloud storage solution or online tool DOES have access to the files if so needed by law enforcement.
That said I have no issues or worries that Dropbox (Microsoft, Apple, Google etc.) do so unless they absolutely have to.... after all there are trillions of files on here - why would they decide to just look at mine!
