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"Couldn't start Dropbox" error after Windows 11 install
After upgrading to windows 11, I cannot start Dropbox. "Couldn't start Dropbox" is the error. I have checked Security software to make sure it is not blocking it (no sign that it is), reinstalled Dr...
- Hi mpasch, thanks for bringing this to our attention.
When you reinstalled the Dropbox desktop application, did you perform an advanced re-installation using these steps?
Keep me updated with any details!
Jay
Dropbox Staff
Dropbox StaffHi mpasch, thanks for bringing this to our attention.
When you reinstalled the Dropbox desktop application, did you perform an advanced re-installation using these steps?
Keep me updated with any details!
When you reinstalled the Dropbox desktop application, did you perform an advanced re-installation using these steps?
Keep me updated with any details!
Yes, I followed this process. It did not solve the problem.
Well, in the end, I guess that did do it. With the prior install, there was no indication of security software blocking Dropbox. After the advanced re-installation, it appears that Windows was blocking Dropbox and once I accepted the security prompts, I am in business again.
