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Mrmedo
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3 years ago

How can I remove viewed links on Dropbox?

how to remove viewed links on dropbox
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Mrmedo's avatar
Mrmedo
New member | Level 2
3 years ago
Yes I meant the shared links that I viewed
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Hannah
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3 years ago

Thanks, Mrmedo.

 

If you're referring to the "viewed links" section on the "home" tab of the mobile app, you can customize what's shown there, by tapping on the customize icon (artist palette).

 

Let me know if that's not what you meant.

  • SM22's avatar
    SM22
    New member | Level 2
    3 years ago

    There seems to be no way to move viewed links from the recents tab, which, frankly, is outrageous. This is akin to clearing browser history -- basic functionality that Dropbox doesn't have. Plus, viewed links are shared across devices. Honestly this is reason to cancel Dropbox and move to more privacy-focused platform.

  • Immanence 's avatar
    Immanence
    New member | Level 2
    2 years ago
    Can you clarify if this is shared with the account or if this is local information stored on a single device? Can you also provide an update as to whether there has been movement on fixing this security issue?
    • Nancy's avatar
      Nancy
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      2 years ago

      Hey @Immanence ! Just to clarify, do you want to know if this info only shows on the device from which you opened a shared link, or all devices with the mobile app installed irrespectively? 

       

      Can you also clarify what you mean by your last sentence? In general, the “Viewed links” section can be easily removed by clicking on the palette icon Hannah mentioned above, and disabling it from the given list.

       

      Thanks!

      • liv2party's avatar
        liv2party
        Explorer | Level 3
        2 years ago

        Hi Nancy, I am curious if this info only shows on the device from which you opened a shared link, or all devices with the mobile app installed irrespectively. I opened a link while logged into someone else’s account and want to know if they will see it in their device or if it is only on mine.

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