Dropbox: Secure Cloud Storage

### Dropbox: Secure Cloud Storage User Guide Welcome to Dropbox! This guide will help you understand how to use Dropbox to its fullest potential for storing, sharing, and accessing your files securely from anywhere. #### Getting Started 1. **Download and Install**: Download the Dropbox app from your device's app store and install it. 2. **Sign Up/Log In**: Open the app and sign up for a new account or log in with your existing credentials. 3. **Set Up**: Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your account and preferences. #### Key Features and How to Use Them 1. **Automatic Photo Uploads** - **Enable Auto-Upload**: Go to Settings > Camera Uploads and turn on the feature. Your photos will be automatically uploaded to your Dropbox account. 2. **Offline File Access** - **Make Files Available Offline**: Navigate to the file you want to access offline, tap the three-dot menu, and select 'Make Available Offline'. These files will be stored locally on your device and can be accessed without an internet connection. 3. **Easy File Sharing** - **Share Files or Folders**: Select the file or folder you want to share, tap the 'Share' button, and choose whether to send a link via email, message, or other apps. You can also set permissions for viewing or editing. 4. **Photo Transfer App** - **Save Photos**: Open the Dropbox app, tap the '+' button, and select 'Upload Photos'. Choose the photos you want to upload from your device. 5. **Document Scanning** - **Scan Documents**: Tap the '+' button, select 'Scan Document', and use your device’s camera to capture the document. The app will convert it into a high-quality PDF that you can save or share. 6. **Sync Folders** - **Sync with PC or Mac**: Install the Dropbox desktop app on your computer. Sign in and choose the folders you want to sync. Changes made on one device will be automatically updated on all synced devices. #### Managing Your Files 1. **Organize Files and Folders** - **Create Folders**: Tap the '+' button and select 'Create Folder' to organize your files systematically. - **Move Files**: Long press on a file, select 'Move', and choose the destination folder. 2. **Version History and File Recovery** - **Recover Deleted Files**: Navigate to 'Deleted Files' in the menu, select the file you want to recover, and tap 'Restore'. - **Version History**: Open the file, tap the three-dot menu, and select 'Version History' to view and restore previous versions. #### Advanced Features 1. **Dropbox Passwords**: Store and sync passwords securely across all your devices. 2. **Dropbox Vault**: Secure your most sensitive documents and photos with an added layer of protection. 3. **Dropbox Rewind**: Roll back your entire account or specific files and folders to a previous state from up to 30 days ago (up to 180 days for Professional users). #### Subscription Plans 1. **Dropbox Plus** - **Storage**: Get 2 TB (2,000 GB) of storage. - **Features**: Dropbox Passwords, Vault, Rewind (30 days). 2. **Dropbox Professional** - **Storage**: Get 3 TB (3,000 GB) of storage. - **Features**: Advanced sharing options, watermarking, extended Rewind (180 days). #### Support and Assistance - **Help Center**: Access the Help Center in the app for FAQs and support articles. - **Customer Support**: Contact customer support through the app for personalized assistance. With Dropbox, you can manage your files efficiently, ensuring they are secure and accessible from any device. Happy organizing!