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Pampam
2 years agoExplorer | Level 4
Will deleted shared files (that I don't own) be permanently deleted after the recovery timeframe?
Hello all,
I have a question that I couldn't find a clear answer to after going through the forum. I hope somebody can help me.
I have a shared folder with my ex. He is the owner of the folder, a...
- 2 years ago
Welcome to our Community, Pampam!
What you mention is correct; in general, if you’re not the owner of a shared folder, you can only permanently delete files that you own within that folder.
In case those files don’t get restored within your file recovery window (yours and your ex's), then they should be permanently removed from both your Dropbox accounts after that point.
I hope this clarifies things. Ping me though, if you need something else.
Nancy
Dropbox Staff
Welcome to our Community, Pampam!
What you mention is correct; in general, if you’re not the owner of a shared folder, you can only permanently delete files that you own within that folder.
In case those files don’t get restored within your file recovery window (yours and your ex's), then they should be permanently removed from both your Dropbox accounts after that point.
I hope this clarifies things. Ping me though, if you need something else.
Pampam
2 years agoExplorer | Level 4
Thank you so much, that is clear and a relief!
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