Dropbox

by Dropbox · Cloud sync & remote access

FreemiumWindowsMacLinux

File sync and sharing, with a small free plan.

Official download from dropbox.com (opens in a new tab)

Opens dropbox.com, Dropbox's own site. No mirror, no bundle.

Overview

What is Dropbox?

Dropbox syncs a folder across devices and shares files with links. The free Basic plan has limited storage and a device limit; paid plans add space.

Key features

  • Fast, reliable sync
  • Share links and file requests
  • Version history
  • Online-only files

Best for

  • Sharing large files with clients
  • Cross-platform sync
  • Creative teams

Included in starter kits

Install

How to install Dropbox

  1. 1Open the official Dropbox download page on dropbox.com.
  2. 2Pick the build for your system (Windows, Mac, Linux; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
  3. 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
  4. 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.

Install from the command line

  • Windows · winget

    winget install --id Dropbox.Dropbox -e --source winget

  • Mac · Homebrew

    brew install --cask dropbox

  • Linux · Flatpak (Flathub)

    flatpak install flathub com.dropbox.Client

Package IDs checked against the public winget, Homebrew and Flathub repositories on 1 Nov 2026. Build a script for several apps.

Safety

Download Dropbox safely

  • Check the domain

    The real download lives on dropbox.com. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.

  • Skip mirrors

    Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.

  • Verify if you can

    If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.

  • Watch the installer

    Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.

Open the checksum checker

Alternatives

Dropbox alternatives

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FAQ

Dropbox questions

Where can I download Dropbox safely?

Download Dropbox only from Dropbox's official site at dropbox.com. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.

Is Dropbox free?

Dropbox has a free plan with limits, and paid plans or upgrades for more features. Check dropbox.com for current pricing.

Does Dropbox work on Windows, Mac and Linux?

Dropbox is available for Windows, Mac, Linux. Check Dropbox's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.

Can I install Dropbox from the command line?

Yes, with winget on Windows (winget install --id Dropbox.Dropbox -e); Homebrew on Mac (brew install --cask dropbox); Flatpak on Linux (flatpak install flathub com.dropbox.Client). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.

What are good alternatives to Dropbox?

See the alternatives section on this page and the full cloud sync & remote access list on AltFTool, which shows each app's licence and platforms side by side.