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You can Share Files on Dropbox in a number of ways. Before you share, decide whether you want people to be able to edit or just look at the file, or if you need files from someone. Then, decide if you want to create a link to your file, folder, or request or send an email invitation from your Dropbox account.
Dropbox was the first cloud storage service, and cloud storage users from all over the world are still interested in it. It is one of the easiest file-sharing services to use, and it can work with third-party apps and help teams work together. Dropbox Transfer is a tool that lets you share local or online files with other people. It comes with every Dropbox account.]
After you upload or choose the file you want to send, you can send an email or copy and paste a link to the file. The recipient will then get a link to your Dropbox space where the file can be downloaded. Dropbox protects files at rest with AES 256-bit encryption and files in transit with TLS encryption. You can also go to the official Dropbox support site to know more information.
From web browser
- Open Dropbox in a web browser and log in.
- Click “Files” in the navigation pane on the left side of the window to see a list of your files and folders.
- Find the file you want to share and hold the mouse over it before clicking “Share” when the button appears.
- To share the file with specific people, add their email addresses in the “To:” line before clicking “Share.”
- To change the file’s sharing permissions, toggle between “Can edit” and “Can view” before generating a link.
- To share the link manually, click “Copy link” next to the “Can Edit” or “Can view” buttons.
- A message will pop-up notifying you that the share link has been copied. Paste it to whichever platform you plan to share it through.
From computer’s Dropbox folder
- Open your Dropbox folder on your computer.
- Select the file you want to share.
- Right-click on it and choose “Share…”
- If the file you’re sharing is a document, choose whether to give permission to edit the file or only view it.
- Enter the email address of each person you want to share the file with and click “Share.”
Using mobile app
- Open the Dropbox app.
- Tap “Files” at the bottom of the screen.
- Locate the file you want to share and tap the three dots under the file.
- In the pop-up menu, choose “Share.”
- Add email addresses to the “Send to” field and tap “Share” or tap on “Share Link” to give people permission to edit or view the shared file.
FAQ
Can I share a file with anyone on Dropbox?
It is easy to share a Dropbox folder with anyone you want. Make a shared link to the folder you want to share, and then send it to whoever you want through email, chat, or text. Anyone with the link can look at and download the folder’s contents.
Can I share a Dropbox folder with a non user?
Sharing a link to a file or folder lets you share it with anyone, even if they don’t have a Dropbox account. You can send a shared link by email, Facebook, Twitter, instant message, social networks, or anywhere else you want. Find out how to change your default settings for sharing.
Which one is better Dropbox or Google Drive?
If free storage is your main reason for using Google Drive or Dropbox, Google Drive is the clear winner. Dropbox only gives you 2 GB of free space, while Google Drive gives you 15 GB. You can get an extra 500 MB of storage space for every friend you invite to Dropbox, up to a maximum of 19 GB of free storage space.
How long can I use Dropbox for free?
Dropbox Professional, Dropbox Standard, and Dropbox Advanced all come with a 30-day free trial. You can sign up for any of them to try out the features of the plan before you buy it. Visit the Dropbox upgrade page to sign up for the free trial on any plan if you are on the free plan.