Dropbox: How Many Devices Can Be Connected/Linked to My Account?

Summary

This article includes information on how many devices can be connected/linked to a U-M Dropbox account. It also includes steps to view all devices connected to an account.

Body

Environment

U-M Dropbox

Issue

How many devices can I connect/link to my U-M Dropbox account?

Resolution

You can connect/link up to five computers and five mobile devices (phone/tablet) per account.

  • You cannot install it on ten computers or ten mobile devices. It is five computers and/or five mobile devices.
  • An exception can be made with a request and a valid business case 
    • Requests for extensions can be sent to 4HELP@umich.edu

How can I tell how many devices I am using?

  1. Log in to dropbox.umich.edu.
  2. Click your avatar in the lower-left corner, then select # devices connected from the drop-down menu.
    • Alternatively, you can select Settings > Security to find this page.
  3. You can find the devices connected/linked to your account listed under the Devices section.

Additional Information

Dropbox Help Center | How to view your devices and log out remotely

Need additional information or assistance? Contact the ITS Service Center.

Details

Details

Article ID: 4906
Created
Thu 4/22/21 4:20 PM
Modified
Mon 3/16/26 5:50 PM

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