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- Others
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  - The displayed Storage Usage seems incorrect, what should I do?
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  - Solving Error 2013: Lost connection to MySQL server during query when dumping table
  - Backups failing for MySQL server versions (5.7.41 and 8.0.32)
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  - Google Drive - unusual traffic from your computer network
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Dropbox

How to Connect your Dropbox Account to SimpleBackups

Log into SimpleBackups and head to the Connect a Storage page

In the storage provider list select "Dropbox", and click on the Connect Dropbox button.

You'll then be redirected to a Dropbox page asking you to grant access to your storage and create a folder named Apps > SimpleBackus.io. Sign in and hit Allow.

And your storage is now connected!

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Last updated on August 4, 2021

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