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Password protect folder?
I am trying to password protect a dropbox folder. I found this resource to add passwords to shared folders/links: https://help.dropbox.com/share/set-link-permissions#passwords?fallback=true
but the above resource references a "Require Password" toggle that is not showing in my options. My options in "Link for Viewing" settings for "Who has access" are "Anyone with link" or "Only People Invited".
Anyone know how to get the option to require a password to access the folder?
Thanks!
Hey bugoessorn, welcome to our Community and happy 2023!
May I ask what plan you're on at the moment?
The advanced settings for shared links such as setting a password, expiration date or disabling downloads are only available to customers on Dropbox Professional, Standard, Advanced, and Enterprise plans.
Keep me posted!
- Walter
Dropbox Staff
Hey bugoessorn, welcome to our Community and happy 2023!
May I ask what plan you're on at the moment?
The advanced settings for shared links such as setting a password, expiration date or disabling downloads are only available to customers on Dropbox Professional, Standard, Advanced, and Enterprise plans.
Keep me posted!
- You got it, I was on the basic plan. Thank you!
- Walter
No worries bugoessorn - I'm just glad I could help.
See you around the Community and have a lovely weekend ahead!
Hello. Thanks to everyone who has offered help as I learn more about dropbox and its capabilities.
I have been creating folders with passwords to send securely client information to them.
I send them the link to access. If I go into the folder to add or remove information after the link has been sent, do I have to put the password back into the folder, or does it remain until it is changed or removed?
Thanks Diane G
- Megan
Hi dmgonzales, thanks for posting here today!
You can edit the info in a folder, without needing to put the password in the shared link again. Once the link has been password-protected, it'll remain that way unless you change it, or unless the link expires.
I hope this helps!
Thanks, Megan! Just what I was hoping. Diane G
