Users switch to OneDrive after Dropbox limits free accounts to 3 devices

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Updated onDecember 9, 2019

updated onDecember 9, 2019

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Many people have been using freeDropboxaccounts for years. However,Dropboxmade some changes to its policy in March this year.

The company limited free Basic account users to only three devices. Thesupport articlereveals that Professional, Plus and Business users can still continue using theirDropboxaccounts with an unlimited number of devices.

Notably, this decision does not affect those who have already connected three devices to the Basic account. But they won’t be able to add more devices inthe future.

Dropboxusers are annoyed by the fact that the company didn’t inform them about the change. Only a few users received emails fromDropboxwhile others claim that they were not informed.

The conversation on thisReddit threadshows that many users already decided to switch to OneDrive.

Dropbox vs OneDrive: Which is better?

Some people are concerned about the lack of encryption in OneDrive. They don’t want theirdatato be accessible for Microsoft.

However, you might not be aware of the fact that encryption issues have been fixed. The files stored on OneDrive are now encrypted.

Moreover, many people are willing to pay the increased price to enjoy smart sync features.

Well, I still use it.Dropboxjust works and I have had many troubles with Microsoft OneDrive not syncing or taking hours to sync the smallest Excel doc. No thanks! I don’t mind paying for a service and don’t fault them for altering their free service. I do fault Microsoft for their crapy syncing, and have seen the low level of quality on pretty much all Microsoft software for going on years now.

Many people already shifted to OneDrive months ago. They are managing two separate accounts for their personal and professional needs.

One of the major reasons behind the switch is thatDropboxstarted sending emails to its clients about theirdatabeing deleted soon.

As you can see, both of thesecloud storageplatforms have their own features. Now it’s up to you if you want to continue usingDropboxat an increased price or switch to OneDrive.

Users switch to OneDrive after Dropbox limits free accounts to 3 devices#

Dropbox vs OneDrive: Which is better?#

Users switch to OneDrive after Dropbox limits free accounts to 3 devices

Dropbox vs OneDrive: Which is better?