Dropbox is a known cloud storage service that is available for multiple platforms such as iOS, Android, Windows, Linux, and Mac. Users have 2GB of free space, but if required, they can get more cloud storage, for which they would have to subscribe to a paid plan service. Occasionally, Windows 11 users find their Dropbox not syncing. And this article explains all the possible causes and fixes for the issue Dropbox not syncing on Windows 11. So, keep reading.
Possible Reasons Why Dropbox is Not Syncing
There could be many possible reasons why Dropbox may not be syncing to Windows 11. Some of these reasons are mentioned below:
File or folder is too large
Internet connection is not stable
Antivirus or firewall is blocking Dropbox
There are excessive files in the folder you are trying to sync
The file may not be accepted, especially if you have not named it correctly (used special characters etc.)
Your Dropbox needs to be updated
Fixes for Dropbox Not Syncing on Windows 11:
Some fixes that can help in correcting the issue of Dropbox not syncing to Windows 11 are as below:
Restart your System
One of the easiest and most effective ways to fix this issue is to simply restart your system. Restarting any device helps in fixing small glitches and errors. You may also try signing off from Dropbox before you can restart the system, and when the system has started, you can sign in again with your credentials to check if it is working.
Check the Storage Capacity
Dropbox offers limited storage space to its users. If you have exceeded your limit, it will not sync your data. You may have to delete some files to fit within the given limit or upgrade to a paid plan that suits your requirements. You can also check the storage limit on Dropbox. Here is how:
Open Dropbox on a browser
Log in with your credentials
Tap on your profile – with your initials
Select Settings
Tap on the Plan option
The storage details will be mentioned here – the total storage you have, storage that you have used, and the unused storage that is available
End Sync with Other Cloud Storage
If you are using multiple cloud storage simultaneously, then it may interfere with the smooth working of Dropbox. You must first end sync with other cloud storage options so Dropbox can easily sync your data.
Hardlink Repair
On your Windows System Tray, click on the Dropbox icon
Next, click on your Profile Picture
From the options, you need to select Preferences
Select the Account tab – Press Alt + H keys together, and then from the options mentioned, click on Fix Hardlinks
Exit the screen and then check to see if the problem is fixed.
Check Network Connectivity
Open Settings on your system by pressing together Windows + I keys
In the Search bar, type Find and Fix Network Problems and Open it
In the dialog box, tap on Advanced
Here you need to select Apply Repairs Automatically and then click on Next
The system will run a diagnosis, and you must wait for the error to be found – If any errors are found, click on Proceed to Repair to fix the issue
Refresh or Restart the system and try syncing again.
Run Some Commands
Close Dropbox and shut down all its processes
Press the Windows button, and in the Search bar, type CMD – you must Run and Administrator
You require running random commands – enter these command prompts and press Enter after each one
icacls “%HOMEPATH%\Dropbox” /grant “%USERNAME%”:(F)/T
icacls “%HOMEPATH%\Dropbox” /grant “%USERNAME%”:(F)/T
icacls “%APPDATA%\Dropbox” /grant “%USERNAME%”:(F)/T
- Once done, open Dropbox again and check if the syncing issue is fixed
Change Firewall Settings to Allow Dropbox
Open Settings on your system by pressing the Windows + I keys together
In the Search bar, type Firewall – the system will locate Firewall & Network Protection. Click on Open
Look for Allow an App Through the Firewall option
Doing this action will open a dialog box – you must locate Dropbox and check the box beside it, so Firewall allows it to run on the system
Now sync again to check if the issue has been resolved
Follow the above solutions to fix syncing trouble of Dropbox with Windows 11 system.
Experiencing difficulties with your Device, check out our “How To” page on how to resolve some of these issues.
