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Hi Dropbox Team, My Dropbox account got deleted on the 4th of September and I tried logging back in with the email associated with the account and it just made a new one. So every time I log in with the email, it sends me into the new one it made me, not the original email. Will I be able to get my original Dropbox account back? Kind Regards51Views0likes1CommentSomeone accessed my Dropbox account and all my data was stolen – I need urgent help.
Hi Dropbox Support, My Dropbox Basic account (email: [email removed for safety]) was hacked. Someone accessed my account from Miami, Florida (I'm in Vietnam), added an app named '[email removed for safety]', and uploaded a ransom note telling me to contact [email removed for safety]. I did not authorize any of these actions. I have already: Disconnected the suspicious app Changed my password Enabled 2FA But all my files were taken or made inaccessible. I need urgent help to: 1. Investigate what happened 2. Recover my files 3. Secure my account I have screenshots of login activity, the ransom note, and the app added. Please help me. Thank you.261Views0likes5CommentsMy Dropbox account was deleted by a business partner. How can I restore it?
FORMAL COMPLAINT: Unauthorized Transfer of Personal Account to Company Control To: Dropbox Support Team / Data Protection Officer Subject: URGENT - Unauthorized Transfer of Personal Account and Data to Company Control - Legal Action Required Date: 9th September 2025 Personal Account Email: [...] (DropBox Account Personal data on storage : 6.5 GB Company Account: [...] COMPLAINT SUMMARY I am filing this formal complaint regarding the unauthorized attachment and transfer of my personal Dropbox account to a company account, resulting in loss of control over my personal data without proper consent, notification, or legal authorization. The company admin is using my access as a hostage for other unauthorised activities and have disabled the access without notice or intimation to remove personal and private data. INCIDENT DETAILS What Happened: My personal Dropbox account (established prior to 2010) was attached to company account [Hackbook.ai] Control and administrative access of my personal account was transferred to company administrators on accepting the invitation to connect This occurred without clear notification, explicit consent, or adequate warning about data ownership implications I have lost access to personal files, folders, and data that predated any relationship No clear process was provided to separate personal data from company oversight Timeline: May 2025 connected to company account by invitation sent by [...] 8th Sept Account access was disabled Same date customer support was notified for access to be restored LEGAL VIOLATIONS AND RIGHTS INFRINGEMENT 1. DATA PROTECTION VIOLATIONS Under GDPR / CCPA / Local Privacy Laws: Right to Data Ownership: Unauthorized transfer of personal data ownership Lack of Informed Consent: No clear explanation of consequences before account linking Right to Data Portability: Restriction of access to personal data Right to Data Control: Loss of administrative control over personal information 2. CONTRACT LAW VIOLATIONS Breach of Service Agreement: Unilateral modification of account ownership without proper notice Lack of Consideration: Transfer of valuable digital assets without compensation Unconscionable Terms: Inadequate disclosure of ownership transfer implications 3. PROPERTY RIGHTS VIOLATIONS Digital Property Rights: Personal files created before employment constitute personal property Conversion: Unauthorized assumption of control over personal digital assets Unjust Enrichment: Company gaining control over personal data without compensation 4. CONSUMER PROTECTION VIOLATIONS Unfair Business Practices: Inadequate disclosure of account merger consequences Deceptive Practices: Failing to clearly communicate ownership transfer implications Breach of Fiduciary Duty: Platform failing to protect user interests Immediate Legal Rights: Right to Data Access: Full access to all personal files and metadata Right to Data Export: Complete backup of all personal data in portable format Right to Account Separation: Removal of company administrative control over personal data Right to Data Deletion: Removal of personal data from company-controlled systems Legal Remedies that may be exercised as part of this complaint: Data Protection Authority Complaints (GDPR/local privacy regulators) Consumer Protection Agency Complaints Small Claims Court Action for damages and data recovery costs Class Action Participation if similar cases exist Arbitration Claims under Dropbox Terms of Service Breach of Contract Claims for service agreement violations Immediate Actions Required (within 3 business days): Restore Full Access: Return complete administrative control of personal account Data Inventory: Provide complete list of all personal files under company control Separation Process: Implement immediate separation of personal data from company oversight of (swapmesh) folder Access Logs: Provide records of who accessed personal data during company control period Corrective Measures Required (within 7 business days): Data Export: Provide complete, downloadable backup of all personal data Account Restoration: Restore personal account to pre-transfer state without deletion of any data from (swapmesh) folder Privacy Audit: Confirm no personal data remains in company-controlled systems Documentation: Provide written confirmation of data separation completion Compensatory Actions Required: Service Credits: Compensation for loss of access and inconvenience Data Recovery Costs: Reimbursement for any data recovery expenses incurred Privacy Violation Damages: Compensation for privacy rights violation Legal Fee Coverage: Reimbursement for legal consultation costs if required UNAUTHORIZED ACTIONS UNDER TERMS OF SERVICE Based on Dropbox Terms of Service and Privacy Policy: Section : User data ownership rights Section : Consent requirements for account modifications Section : Notification requirements for significant account changes EVIDENCE PRESERVED Screenshots of account status changes Email communications (or lack thereof) regarding account transfer Access logs showing loss of administrative control Documentation of personal files predating company association Records of attempts to resolve issue through standard support channels ESCALATION NOTICE This complaint represents a serious violation of data protection laws and user rights. If not resolved within the timeframes specified above, I will pursue the following escalations: Regulatory Complaints: Filing with relevant data protection authorities Legal Action: Pursuing available legal remedies through appropriate courts Public Disclosure: Reporting incident to consumer advocacy organizations Professional Review: Consulting with privacy law attorneys for additional remedies REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE REVIEW Given the severity of this data privacy violation, I request immediate escalation to: Dropbox Data Protection Officer Executive Customer Relations Team Legal Compliance Department CONTACT INFORMATION Name: Swapnil [...] Email: [...] Phone: +91 XXXXXXXXX / +973 XXXXXX Preferred Contact Method: [Email/Phone] Best Contact Times: [11 AM to 11PM] - Bahrain Time This unauthorized transfer of personal data represents a serious breach of trust and legal obligation. Personal digital files are valuable assets that warrant the same protection as physical property. I expect immediate, comprehensive resolution that fully restores my rights and control over my personal data. I look forward to your prompt response and corrective action within the specified timeframes. Sincerely, Swapnil [...] [personal details removed per Community Guidelines]128Views0likes7CommentsWe need access to a deceased person's Dropbox account (we represent the brother of the deceased).
Dropbox Plan: N/A Are you a Team Member or Admin?: N/A Do you have access to the email linked to the account?: N/A Are there any devices connected to your Dropbox account?: N/A Question or Issue We need access to a deceased person's DB. We represent the brother of the deceased. Help please92Views0likes3CommentsI cannot manage team permissions while signed in as admin
Why can I not manage permissions while signed in as admin? It clearly says I am. And yet I can manage sharing permissions at all. Please help. I have screenshots, but I don't seem to be able to post them here. I can't give you much more info without those, other than I am not allowed to change permission settings like who has access to what folders, and I'm not able to share files or folders via email. This is the same from Chrome and the DB desktop app for Mac. -Ash221Views0likes6CommentsI'd like a feature that allows me to secure a folder of files with a password for extra protection.
It would be a great idea to implement an extra layer of protection to be able to hide certain files or be able to lock them with a set password within the app since I experience multiple users on multiple machines of mine being able to access most of the files. Therefor I would really benefit from a folder I can lock with my personal password and therefor hide sensitive information or files that should not be accessed by other users but me. I would suggest calling it something like Vault or Hidden Files. This could also be done via integration through the apps, let people decide if they want to install the vault feature or not.290Views2likes8CommentsThe one-time code gets sent to an inaccessible email address. How can I access my Dropbox account?
I would like to access an old college Dropbox account that contains a lot of important projects. I know the email and password associated but cannot get past the two-factor authentication. It submits a code to the email that is deactivated - that I have no access to anymore. This is dumb. Dropbox should by default negate two-factor for college email accounts after an extended period of time. The email address does not exist anymore! How do I solve this?I need urgent access to the files I had in a closed Dropbox team account.
Hello Dropbox Support, My name is Eldad from Eldad Photographers. I urgently request temporary access to a closed Dropbox Team account (eldadoffice Dropbox), registered under [removed]. Due to a major price change we canceled our plan. Exactly during that time, a war broke out in Israel, our work stopped completely, and I volunteered to help with search and rescue operations. In the chaos, important client materials remained online. These files are now urgently needed for legal and professional obligations. My current contact email is [removed]. Please help us recover access temporarily, even for an additional payment if needed. Thank you very much, Eldad Eldad Photographers [personal information removed per the Community's Guidelines]92Views0likes1CommentMy files are missing from my account
I have shared access to a clients files but I could switch over to my own dropbox which I have had for years. All my photos are there. I have just tried to view them and they are no longer there. I thought they would maybe be under another email address but dropbox is saying it doesn't recognise that address. Can anyone help please?92Views0likes3Comments