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joshld12
Helpful | Level 5
2 years ago

Changing default account

I initially setup dropbox through yahoo, then accidentally set up a gmail account on a new iMac computer.  The dropbox App won't get rid of the Gmail account.  I can't change the default Email back t...
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    joshld12
    2 years ago

    Thank you guys for your responsiveness but I was finally able to delete the Gmail account, which made the Yahoo account the default.  The issue is now resolved.

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Jay
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HI joshld12, could you clarify exactly what is happening when you try to sign out of the Gmail account in the Dropbox desktop application preferences? 

 

Are you able to open the preferences from the menu bar Dropbox icon?

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joshld12
Helpful | Level 5
2 years ago

Thank you guys for your responsiveness but I was finally able to delete the Gmail account, which made the Yahoo account the default.  The issue is now resolved.

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    Hannah
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    2 years ago

    I'm happy to hear that, Josh!

     

    If you need anything else, please let us know.

     

    Have a great day!

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