Dropbox is a file hosting service which offers file synchronization, cloud storage and client software solutions. It provides users with the facility to create exclusively designated folders on each of their computers, after which Dropbox synchronizes them, so that they appear to be same folder with same contents on every computer chosen to view it.
Now, if you’re looking to uninstall Dropbox [It’s a little tough to understand how and why you jumped to make this decision], know that the application would remove “Dropbox” from your computer completely. Upon removal, the Dropbox menu will no longer appear + it will no longer sync the files in your Dropbox folder i.e. your file hosting service will effectively reach its end.
Here is a detailed analysis specific to different OS:
For Windows Vista or Windows 7:
Open the “Control Panel” from the “Start” Menu.
Under the “Programs” section, select the “Uninstall a program” option.
Select “Dropbox” from the list of programs appearing in front of you, and click “Uninstall”.
Your Dropbox application has been successfully uninstalled.
For Windows 8:
On the “Start” screen, type “Control Panel” and click on it.
Under the “Programs” sub-section, select the “Uninstall a program” option.
From the list of options laid out in front of you, choose “Dropbox” and the uninstallation process would be completed in a matter of minutes.
How to remove files from your Dropbox Folder:
Even after the uninstallation process is culminated, your Dropbox files would still be existing in your designated folder. Now, they can stay there if you want them to. But if you want to remove them as well, all you need to do is a simple drag-and-drop into the Recycle bin.
Dropbox removal for advanced user [Removing “Settings” Files]:
Uninstalling Dropbox using the above-lying steps will remove the application from your hard drive only. Additionally, you can also clean Dropbox “settings files” from your “Application Data” folder.
Here’s how:
In any “Windows Explorer” window [The program that you use to view files on your computer], type or copy-paste the following code in the “location bar” found at the top of the window and press “Return”:
%APPDATA%
This will take you to your “Application Data” folder.
Move the “Dropbox” folder to the Recycle Bin.
So, your Dropbox has been successfully uninstalled from your computer. Congratulations!
Your files and folders will stop syncing on all devices. Content synced to your computer will stay there, but will no longer sync. Your files in private folders will be deleted from Dropbox servers.
Click Settings. Click the Security tab. Your devices are listed under Devices. Click the trash can icon next to the device you'd like to log out of remotely.
If you'd just like to remove the Dropbox desktop app from your computer, learn how to safely uninstall Dropbox. After completing the reinstall, it may take some time for your files to sync.
Click Deleted files in the left sidebar. Check the box next to the file or folder you'd like to permanently delete. Click Permanently delete. Enter the password you use to log into your Dropbox account.
When you make changes to a Dropbox folder, those changes are mirrored everywhere. This means that deleting a Dropbox file from your computer also deletes it from Dropbox.com and any other synced devices.
When you delete your Dropbox account, we will initiate deletion of the files you store on our Services after 30 days. If you're a user on a team, only your admin can disable your account and delete your files.
If Dropbox is using too much disk space, you can use selective sync or make files online-only to help save space on your computer. Learn how to use selective sync to choose which folders sync to your hard drive.
On the “Start” screen, type “Control Panel” and click on it. Under the “Programs” sub-section, select the “Uninstall a program” option. From the list of options laid out in front of you, choose “Dropbox” and the uninstallation process would be completed in a matter of minutes.
You have to cancel a Dropbox paid subscription before you can delete your account. Deleting a Dropbox account requires you to open your Dropbox account settings and click “delete account.”
You'll retain access to all your files and folders, as well as any content that was shared with you. Your account will be limited to the 2 GB storage quota of Dropbox Basic. If you exceed that limit, your account will stop syncing to your devices.
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