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19 TopicsFeedback on Vault being terminated
I am writing to express my deep disappointment regarding the decision to discontinue Dropbox Vault. This feature has been an essential part of my workflow, offering me an extra layer of security and peace of mind for my most sensitive files. While I understand that Dropbox has cited technical risks as the reason for this change, I believe that eliminating a feature valued by many users without providing a comparable alternative undermines the trust we place in this platform for safeguarding our data. For many of us, Vault was more than just a folder—it was a secure space that enhanced the overall value of using Dropbox. I sincerely hope Dropbox reconsiders this decision or, at the very least, introduces new security features that provide a similar level of protection and user control. It would be reassuring to know that Dropbox remains committed to meeting the diverse needs of its users. Thank you for considering this feedback. I look forward to hearing more about how Dropbox plans to address these concerns moving forward.129Views2likes1CommentHow can I encrypt a specific Dropbox folder?
How do I password protect a specific folder. I have my dropbox synced to my pc and I would like additional security on a single folder with private information, if my PC is hacked, or my account is accessed. Dropbox used to have this functionality by creating an encrypted "vault"; now my "vault" just reverted to a regular folder. I upgraded for the premium version with all functionality so I could add back this function, but I can't seem to figure it out, it only shows how to password protect a shared folder from other users, but when I search for how to encrypt a specific folder within my own dropbox account with additional security, it just send me to promotional websites.Solved259Views1like2CommentsVault
About Vault, I don't understand why if we want more privacy with our documents they can be seen in the Dropbox desktop application in the activity and synchronization history section after having blocked Vault. In my opinion, when Vault is blocked, my activity or history should not be seen if it is not Vault. Although they will not be able to enter without the 6-digit pin, they will be able to see my files violating my privacy, which is not logical. If I save something in Vault it's because I don't want anyone else to see it, it doesn't make sense for it to be seen in activity and history. Also it locks after 3 minutes of inactivity which is very little, they should allow the user to choose the time to automatically lock Vault. I hope they solve it soon because other services already do it correctly. At school, when I was a child, they taught me that if something is private it must be private and not be exposed, hopefully Dropbox as a company thinks of users who want more privacy can achieve it or at least give them the option to choose if they want to expose something or not4.6KViews1like2CommentsVault locked online, but can't lock in File Explorer.
I unlocked my Vault and added files to it. Now when I try to lock the vault again, I have the situation where: (1) the Vault will NOT lock in Windows Explorer (2) I logged into my account on the Dropbox website, locked the Vault and still the Vault will NOT lock in Windows Explorer (3) I logged OUT of my account on the Dropbox website, (with the Vault locked) and still the Vault will NOT lock in Windows Explorer. (4) I have tried several times to lock the Vault in Windows Explorer, mainly by R-click and selecting "Lock Vault". WHY WON'T IT LOCK? This is a serious situation, when the Vault is supposed to "hide" files until it's unlocked. It shouldn't be this hard to lock the Vault. What is going on? I've searched all the menus. It shouldn't be this hard! Thanks for help... but Dropbox.... you need to make this more straightforward.1.6KViews1like5Comments