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LKRD
7 years agoNew member | Level 2
Can I password-protect my Dropbox folder?
I want to ensure that people cannot access my dropbox if my computer was stolen. Can i password protect the dropbox folder?
- Not with Dropbox no, because it is just a folder on the machine like all others.
How do you secure 'My Documents' etc.? Do the same to the Dropbox one.
- MarkSuper User IINot with Dropbox no, because it is just a folder on the machine like all others.
How do you secure 'My Documents' etc.? Do the same to the Dropbox one.- LKRDNew member | Level 2
my laptop is protected with password and any new confidential documents but i want to secure old docuents in a old folder but the encryption option is greyed out so cant do it
- SanchezDropbox StaffHey LKRD, welcome to our forum!You could secure your entire computer’s contents with an operating system login/password. In the event that you have your local Dropbox folder protected, someone may still be able to gain access to your account online, if you’re logged in through our desktop app.Cheers!
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