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AmyP2019's avatar
AmyP2019
Explorer | Level 3
4 months ago

I can't access my Dropbox files, as I keep being asked to verify my email address.

HELP!!!!  I set up a Dropbox account in 2012 with my school email address (not a school group account).  I can log in, but I cannot see my files because I cannot verify the account address.  When I try to change my email address, I receive an error message.  I just want to see my pictures from Italy!!!!

  • Rich's avatar
    Rich
    Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II

    AmyP2019 wrote:

    I can log in, but I cannot see my files because I cannot verify the account address.


    If you're able to sign in, you shouldn't need to verify your email address to see your files. How long has it been since you last signed in to the account?

    • AmyP2019's avatar
      AmyP2019
      Explorer | Level 3

      Mid-February of 2024.  I had no problem accessing my files until I purchased a new computer.  When I installed the Dropbox app yesterday, I could log in, but I was prompted to verify my email address.  When I requested verification be sent to a different address, I got an error code.

      • Nancy's avatar
        Nancy
        Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

        Hey AmyP2019. The verification applies for the email address that’s currently linked to your Dropbox account, so it can’t be routed to a different email address. 

         

        However, can you send me a full screenshot of what you see when trying to access your Dropbox files? If there’s any personal info, please make sure to mask it first.

         

        Finally, you mention having this issue when using the Dropbox app. Can you access your files online instead?

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