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gcn2234
Helpful | Level 5
9 months ago

Is there an automatic date change to current date when uploading?

Why this automatic change of date to current date when upload files to Dropbox -- no other cloud type storage system does this date change? I use both Safari &  Windows (depending which laptop I use ...
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    Jay
    9 months ago

    We appreciate the feedback on this matter. We take all comments into consideration when improving the Dropbox site and services.

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Jay
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9 months ago

Hi gcn2234 , thanks for contacting us!

 

It sounds like you're referring to the modification date of new files when they're uploaded to the site. Since the file is technically created as new on the site, the current date and time is used.

 

If the Dropbox desktop application is installed, files synced from the local Dropbox folder will have their original modification dates.

 

If you have any further queries, feel free to message back.

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    gcn2234
    Helpful | Level 5
    9 months ago

    Yes this is exactly what I am talking about - and I note you do not supply any solution 😞

    This annoyance does NOT happen when uploading files to other cloud storage (eg Sync or Google Drive and other similar) ONLY Dropbox - there is no need for Dropbox to modify date as far as user is concerned, Many people have complained yet Dropbox does nothing to rectify - very disappointing.

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      Jay
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      9 months ago

      We appreciate the feedback on this matter. We take all comments into consideration when improving the Dropbox site and services.

      • gcn2234's avatar
        gcn2234
        Helpful | Level 5
        9 months ago
        yes i hope Dropbox fixes this soon i will then consider buying a premium package when fixed

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