Can I have Multiple Dropbox Accounts Using Same email Address?

Dropbox is a popular cloud storage service that lets you store, access, and share files online. Many users want to know if they can create multiple Dropbox accounts using the same email address. The short answer is yes, you can have multiple Dropbox accounts with the same email address, but there are some limitations.

Why Would You Want Multiple Accounts?

Here are some common reasons why you may want multiple Dropbox accounts with the same email:

Separate Work and Personal Storage

You can use one Dropbox account for work-related files and a separate account for your personal files. This keeps everything neatly organized and your personal stuff private.

More Storage Space

Each Dropbox account starts with a certain amount of free storage space (usually 2GB). Having multiple accounts effectively increases your total available storage.

Shared Spaces

You can create shared folders and collaborate with the same people using different accounts. For example, you could have separate project spaces for client work.

Redundant Backups

Storing the same critical files in multiple accounts gives you backups in case one account is hacked or runs into technical problems.

How to Create Multiple Accounts

Creating extra Dropbox accounts with the same email is easy. Here are the steps:

1. Sign Up for First Account

• Go to www.dropbox.com and sign up for a new account with your email address.

  

• Complete the signup process and email verification steps.

2. Add a Period to Your Email

• When creating extra accounts, add a period somewhere in your email address before the @ symbol.

For example, if your email is john@example.com, you could use j.ohn@example.com or jo.hn@example.com.

• Dropbox treats these as separate accounts, even though they go to the same inbox.

3. Repeat for Each New Account

• Rinse and repeat! Add different periods to your email each time to create as many accounts as needed.
• Complete the signup process for each new account.

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Limits and Things to Know

While you can have multiple Dropbox accounts with one email address, there are some limitations:

• Max 3 accounts per email - Dropbox enforces a limit of 3 accounts per email address.
• No merging accounts - The accounts remain separate. You can't merge data across accounts later.
• Remember account logins - You'll need to keep track of the unique login details for each account.
• Free space doesn't stack - You don't get 6GB by having 3 accounts. The free space allotment is per account.
• No sharing files across accounts - Accounts are siloed. You have to re-upload files to share across accounts.
• Coupons apply once - Promotional discounts only work on one account.

Overall the multiple account approach works fine, as long as you understand the limits and logistics involved.

Final Takeaways

The bottom line is:

• You can create multiple Dropbox accounts with the same email by adding periods before the @ symbol.
• There is a 3 account per email limit enforced by Dropbox.
• Each account has separate storage space and content that can't be merged.
• Be sure to track the unique logins for each account.
• With proper organization, multiple accounts allow you to segment work/personal files, get extra backup, and collaborate in shared spaces.

So in summary - yes, you can absolutely have multiple Dropbox accounts using the same email address! Just follow the steps outlined above. Let us know if you have any other questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some common questions about having multiple Dropbox accounts:

Can I transfer data between my Dropbox accounts?

No, there is no way to directly transfer files or merge data between separate Dropbox accounts. You will have to download the data from one account and re-upload it to the other.

What's the best way to manage multiple accounts?

Use the Dropbox mobile app to easily switch between accounts on your device. On the web, log out and log back in to the different accounts. Using a password manager also helps track separate logins.

Is there a storage limit for multiple accounts?

Yes, each free account gets 2GB of storage. There is no combined storage limit if you have multiple accounts. But you only get 2GB free on each individual account.

Can I share folders with the same people across accounts?

Yes! You can invite the same collaborators to shared folders on different accounts. Just make sure you are logged into the correct account when sharing.

If I delete an account, what happens to the files?

Deleted Dropbox accounts go into a 30-day grace period before files are removed from Dropbox's servers. You can still recover and export your data during this time.

Do I need separate phone numbers for each account?

No, you can use the same phone number for all accounts. Dropbox allows multiple accounts with the same number.

Can I use the same payment method for multiple accounts?

Yes, you can use the same credit card or PayPal account to purchase subscriptions on different Dropbox accounts.