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Andrew1983
New member | Level 2
5 years ago

Can I reset my password without access to the email as I forgot it?

i have forgotten my password and no longer have access to my email, how can i reset my password and change my email?
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heather822
New member | Level 2
5 years ago

I had an old drop box account with an email that is no longer active. I have tried logging in but it doesn't accept my old password and I can't send a reset my password email because I can't access the email. Is there a way to access the files?

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    Daphne
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    5 years ago

    Hey heather822, thanks for posting.

     

    Since you have a similar issue to the OP here, please check out Walter's post above for some more info.

     

    I'll be just a post away if you have any questions!

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