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Re: How to access my Dropbox account with lost email?
I am a Dropbox Subscriber through a college student email address. After I graduated college, I lost access to that email address entirely. Now, when I attempt to log into the Dropbox account, it asks me to verify my identity through that email address which I can no longer access. I'm trying to get in touch with Dropbox, but they are saying it is only available for subscribed members - which I am - through an account I cannot access! This is really frustrating because I am paying for an account that I have not accessed in over a year. ANY help is appreciated! Thank you!
- Rich
Super User II
mattcosner5 wrote:
After I graduated college, I lost access to that email address entirely. Now, when I attempt to log into the Dropbox account, it asks me to verify my identity through that email address
Your best option will be to contact the school and try to gain access to the email address again, even if it's temporary just to receive the one-time security code.
If you're unable to gain access to the email address, you may not be able to gain access to the Dropbox account. You need to maintain an active email address on your account so you can receive password resets and one-time security codes used during sign in.
To contact Support, visit the Support page while you're NOT signed in to a Dropbox account, including these forums, and you'll see an option for sign in issues. It's best to use an Incognito or Private browsing session to make sure you're not signed in.
Thank you, Rich. It looks like I was able to get a quick response through the support request that said they would help downgrade the account to Basic at least.
