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plsimpson59
New member | Level 2
4 years ago

How can I empty my Dropbox account?

I keep getting a message that my dropbox is full yet i have no files in it. How do I check to see what files are there that I don't see. and then how do I empty dropbox completly? 

  • Jay's avatar
    Jay
    Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

    Hi @plsimpson59, thanks for messaging the Community!

     

    You can check the total amount of quota on your account here to see how much you're using from your total.

     

    If you need to delete files from your account, you can do it online and via your computer from the Dropbox folder, if the Dropbox desktop application is installed and syncing.

     

    If you need any more details, feel free to message back!

  • Ks113's avatar
    Ks113
    Explorer | Level 4

    I have tried moving the dropbox files to a desktop folder, but they stay in the dropbox.  What is the solution without upgrading?

    • Megan's avatar
      Megan
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

      Hi Ks113, let's jump right into this!

       

      What is the app's syncing status, after you moved the files to your desktop? I'm asking, in case the app hasn't updated, in order to free up space yet. 

       

      Keep me posted, and we'll take it from there!

      • Ks113's avatar
        Ks113
        Explorer | Level 4

        The syncing status is that the dropbox is full.  I have backed up all of the files in the box, and just want to delete them, but am blocked by a window urging me to upgrade.

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