Dropbox
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How to Replace DropboxOverview
Features
43 features across 22 categories
AI(2)
Get AI-generated summaries of documents and recordings to save reading time.
Automatically transcribe audio and video files with AI-powered speech-to-text.
Access(1)
Access all Dropbox features from any web browser without installing software.
Administration(2)
Track file changes and user activities with detailed audit logs.
Manage team members, permissions, and security settings from a centralized dashboard.
Authentication(1)
Integrate with SAML identity providers for centralized authentication and access control.
Automation(1)
Create rules to automatically organize and manage files based on criteria.
Backup(2)
Backup important files and folders with automatic version control and recovery options.
Automatically replicate files across multiple geographic locations for redundancy.
Collaboration(4)
Leave comments and provide feedback on files with @mentions for collaboration.
Create upload links to collect files from others without needing Dropbox accounts.
Share files and folders with customizable permissions and expiration dates.
Create collaborative folders that multiple users can access and edit.
Compliance(2)
Store data in specific geographic regions to comply with local data regulations.
Meet regulatory requirements with email retention and archiving features.
Core(2)
Cloud-based file storage with automatic syncing across devices.
Automatically sync files across all connected devices in real-time.
Desktop(1)
Sync files between your computer and Dropbox with a native desktop application.
Developer(1)
Build custom applications and integrations using Dropbox's comprehensive REST API.
Family(1)
Share a Dropbox subscription among family members with individual accounts.
File Management(7)
Upload multiple files and folders simultaneously with progress tracking.
Preview over 100 file types including documents, images, videos, and code files.
Find files quickly using full-text search across filenames and file contents.
Choose which folders to sync to your device to manage local storage usage.
Access all files without downloading them locally to save disk space.
Reassign file and folder ownership to other team members seamlessly.
Access and restore previous versions of files up to 30 days or more with extended history.
Integration(1)
Save emails directly to Dropbox from Gmail and Outlook.
Mobile(1)
Access files on iOS and Android devices with offline viewing and editing capabilities.
Performance(1)
Control bandwidth usage for desktop sync to avoid network congestion.
Preferences(1)
Customize alerts for file changes, comments, and activity in shared folders.
Productivity(3)
Send documents for electronic signature collection with audit trails and compliance features.
Create and collaborate on documents with rich formatting and real-time editing.
Access pre-designed templates for common document and project types.
Security(6)
Use advanced encryption protocols including client-side encryption for sensitive files.
Block certain file types from being uploaded or shared by team members.
Set expiration dates on shared links to automatically disable access after a specified time.
Recover deleted files within 30 days with Dropbox's deleted file restoration feature.
Protect shared links with passwords to restrict access to authorized users only.
Enhance account security with two-factor authentication via authentication apps or SMS.
Sharing(1)
Create beautiful portfolios to showcase and share your work professionally.
Sync(1)
Sync files between local devices on the same network without using internet bandwidth.
Team Management(1)
Centralized folders for teams with separate admin controls and storage allocation.
Pricing
Basic
- ✓2GB storage
- ✓file sync
- ✓sharing
Plus
Popular- ✓2TB storage
- ✓all Basic features plus Smart Sync
Family
- ✓2TB shared storage for up to 6 family members
Professional
- ✓3TB storage
- ✓priority support
- ✓advanced features
Business Standard
- ✓3TB per user
- ✓team management
- ✓admin console
Business Plus
- ✓3TB per user plus advanced security and compliance
Business Essentials
- ✓Unlimited storage with shared team admin console
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Buying Dropbox saves ~$51,123.6 over 3 years vs building.
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Integrations
25 known integrations