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Re: I'm saving a file url by using dropin api, after a while that url starts to give 401?

I'm saving a file url by using dropin api, after a while that url starts to give 401?

Joan M.4
New member | Level 1

Are file urls that given from dropin buttons has lifespan? or something else is happening?

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Greg-DB
Dropbox Staff

Which Drop-in are you using? (The Chooser or Saver?)

The "direct" links from the Chooser do expire after four hours, if that's what you're referring to.

Otherwise, please post some more details, e.g., a sample request/response.

Joan M.4
New member | Level 1

Yes, i use Chooser. That means i have to take files to my host when selected...

Greg-DB
Dropbox Staff

The direct link type for the Chooser is good for four hours, so if you need to download the content, you'll need to do so within that window. If you need longer-lived links, you can use the preview link type. (Those don't offer direct file access by default, but can be modified as necessary.)

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